Mobile Mental Health Crisis Intervention Specialist

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a licensed mental health professional for our Psychiatric team in Worcester. You will perform psychosocial assessments, triage crises, coordinate referrals, and help develop treatment plans across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role requires a Master's in Human Services or equivalent, 1–3 years in Psychiatry/Mental Health, strong communication skills, and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Human Services or equivalent is required.
• Must be license eligible upon hire; obtain LICSW, LISW, or LMHC within specified timelines.
• 1–3 years of experience in Psychiatry/Mental Health is required.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provides psychosocial history and mental status assessments in psychiatric crises.
• Assigns clinical level of care and coordinates referrals and programs.
• Maintains safe therapeutic environment and participates in emergencies.
• Triages psychiatric crisis calls and directs interventions.
• Functions in Case Management to coordinate treatment and social services.
• Communicates with outpatient treaters to coordinate planning and follow-up.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Crisis intervention

Discharge planning

Multidisciplinary team work

Written & verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Master's Degree in Human Services or equivalent

License eligible upon hire (LICSW/LISW or LMHC); must obtain LICSW/LISW within 18 months or LMHC within 24 months

Job description

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a licensed mental health professional for our Psychiatric team in Worcester. You will perform psychosocial assessments, triage crises, coordinate referrals, and help develop treatment plans across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role requires a Master's in Human Services or equivalent, 1–3 years in Psychiatry/Mental Health, strong communication skills, and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.