Mobile Crisis Psychiatric Clinician (Lead) - Field-Based

The Mental Health Association of Columbia-Greene Counties, Inc.; Town of Cairo (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Profit Sharing

Voluntary Vision

AFLAC

Telemedicine

401K

EAP

Sick leave

Vacation

Personal time

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Mental Health Association of Columbia-Greene Counties, Inc. seeks a full-time Psychiatric Clinician to join the Mobile Crisis Assessment Team (MCAT) serving Columbia and Greene counties. The role includes leading a two-person team, crisis assessment, de-escalation, and coordination of follow-up services.

Must hold NYS licensure (LMSW/LCSW/LMHC) or RN with 2+ years’ experience, with a valid NYS driver’s license and reliable transportation. Monday–Friday 40 hours with some weekend commitment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a NYS license/permit (LMSW/LCSW/LMHC) or RN with 2+ years’ experience.
• Must have a valid NYS driver’s license with MVR eligibility.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Familiarity with Greene and/or Columbia County preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a two-person mobile crisis team (MCAT) on-site in the community.
• Assess individuals in crisis and determine appropriate interventions.
• Deescalate crises and provide crisis follow-up and case management.
• Provide on-call coverage and maintain documentation and reporting.
• Engage with community partners and networks across Columbia/Greene counties.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Diversity & inclusion awareness

Time management

Education

State license or permit (LMSW/LCSW/LMHC/RN)

Tools

Databases

MS Office

Job description

The Mental Health Association of Columbia-Greene Counties, Inc. seeks a full-time Psychiatric Clinician to join the Mobile Crisis Assessment Team (MCAT) serving Columbia and Greene counties. The role includes leading a two-person team, crisis assessment, de-escalation, and coordination of follow-up services.

Must hold NYS licensure (LMSW/LCSW/LMHC) or RN with 2+ years’ experience, with a valid NYS driver’s license and reliable transportation. Monday–Friday 40 hours with some weekend commitment.