Mobile Crisis Therapist (FT, Day, 7am - 7:30pm every other weekend)

Connections Health Solutions; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Connections Health Solutions is a leading behavioral health crisis care provider seeking a Mobile Crisis Therapist to join a community-based mobile crisis response team. You will assess individuals in crisis, work closely with local law enforcement to prevent detentions, and coordinate with community partners for follow-up care.

The role requires an unrestricted PA license (LCSW/LPC/LMFT/CAADC) or a master’s degree with relevant experience, and involves daytime hours with weekend rotations.

Qualifications

• Licensed mental health professional in PA (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, CAADC).
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, counseling or related field.
• 3+ years of mental health direct care experience (preferred).
• Familiarity with PA DHS, OMHSAS, and DDAP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess mental status, risk, and clinical needs in crises with clear documentation.
• Collaborate with law enforcement on mental health related calls and resources.
• Provide emergency psychotherapy and assess need for hospitalization.
• De-escalate crises using trauma-informed, person-centered approaches.
• Offer crisis intervention and follow-up coordination in community settings.
• Complete timely reports and, when needed, testify in civil proceedings.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Verbal communication

Collaboration with law enforcement

Education

Licensed as LCSW/LPC/LMFT/CAADC in PA

Master's degree in Social Work or Psychology

Tools

First Aid and CPR

Regulatory knowledge: PA DHS/OMHSAS/DDAP

Job description

Mobile Crisis Therapist (FT, Day, 7am - 7:30pm every other weekend)

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.

Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.

Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth.

We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.

We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

Earn More with Shift Differentials

Maximize your earnings with additional hourly pay:

• +$2/hr -> Monday-Thursday Nights
• +$3/hr -> Friday-Sunday Nights
• +$2/hr -> Saturday-Sunday Days

What You\'ll Do:

TheMobile Crisis Therapist works as a member of a community based mobile crisis response team providing mental health assessment to a wide variety of individuals who are experiencing a crisis in a variety of settings, as well as ensuring follow-up care. The candidate is required to work very closely with local law enforcement in the prevention of detention by law enforcement, inappropriate use of emergency services, and psychiatric hospitalization. The candidate is required to collaborate with community agencies for supportive care.

• Assess mental status, risk, and clinical needs of person in distress using independent determinations that could have significant ramifications and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Provides assistance to and collaborates with law enforcement on mental health related calls through the clinical assessment process, gathering of relevant collateral information, providing of resources to individuals and families, and coordination with community providers.
• Provides emergency psychotherapy, evaluates clinical need for hospitalization, and evaluates appropriateness for involuntary treatment according to legal criteria.
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge of the principles and practices, theories, laws and authorities of counseling and social work that include: therapeutic theories, community resources; health care records management; interpersonal relations; common safety hazards and precautions; and the ability to apply knowledge; maintain accurate charts and records; handle sensitive and confidential information; respond to emergency situations; and establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• De-escalate and stabilize individuals experiencing behavioral health crises by utilizing trauma-informed, person-centered approaches and evidence-based crisis intervention techniques to promote safety and emotional regulation
• Provides a variety of crisis intervention and prevention services in community settings, including jails, hospitals, and private settings. Services will include crisis counseling and case management, consultation, transportation, and documentation of all services provided.
• Signs off on mobile crisis assessments and/or psychosocial evaluations as assigned.
• For fully licensed LPCs, LCSWs, and LMFTs: provide clinical approval of mobile crisis assessments and/or psychosocial evaluations, as assigned
• Maintains current knowledge of community resources for individuals and families
• Provides follow-up and coordination of care for individuals in distress.
• May provide written reports to county attorney and court and/or testify in court in civil commitment cases.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

What You\'ll Bring:

• Unrestricted licensed as a Licensed Mental Health Professional in Pennsylvania (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, CAADC)

OR

• Master\'s degree in Social Work, Psychology, counseling, or related field and 3 years of mental health direct care experience
• Knowledge and experience with PA DHS, OMHSAS, and DDAP regulations
• Must possess a valid driver\'s license and be insurable under company policy
• Must have valid certification or complete training of the following:
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Therapeutic Options
• Must be able to pass the following background checks
  • Child Abuse Clearance
  • FBI Criminal Background Check
  • Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check

It would be great if you had:

• Experience with mental health crises

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
• Company‑paid parental leave available to eligible employees

All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan

Connections Health Solutions is proud to be a Second Chance Employer.

EEO Statement

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.