Relief CBHC ESP Clinician, Northampton

Clinical and Support Options, Inc; Greenfield (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Relief Clinicians for its Community Behavioral Health Clinic Emergency Services Program. This role involves providing critical clinical assessments and interventions to individuals facing mental health emergencies. You'll engage with clients in various settings, ensuring they receive the support they need in a timely manner. Join a dynamic organization with over 50 years of service, dedicated to fostering a collaborative environment where your contributions can make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families. Embrace the opportunity to grow professionally while working in a supportive and flexible atmosphere that values resilience, respect, and insight.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for highest level of Massachusetts' licensure.
• Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trauma informed mental health assessments and interventions.
• Provide clinical services to residents of the Community Crisis Stabilization program.
• Maintain positive professional relations with community agencies.

Skills

Trauma Informed Care

Behavioral Health Assessment

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Case Management

Education

Clinical Master's Degree

Post Master's Degree Work Expertise

Job description

CSO is looking for Relief Clinicians to work in our CBHC (Community Behavioral Health Clinic) Emergency Services Program (ESP) in Northampton.

Our Emergency Service Programs (ESPs) offer clients behavioral health assessments, intervention and stabilization (for youth, families and adults), 24-hour availability, and are a preferred alternative to hospital emergency departments. We provide daily assessment and brief counseling, case management, nursing support and peer support.

This position will provide clinical assessments and interventions to individuals experiencing a mental health emergency and clients in the agency's CBHC/Respite programs.

You Will:

• Conduct trauma informed mental health assessment of individuals experiencing a mental health emergency and provide appropriate disposition. Consult to medical personnel, police and other collaterals as indicated.
• Respond to clients at the most natural setting that is safe and feasible following the risk guidelines of the CBHC Program. This includes homes, schools, residential programs, group homes, nursing facilities, and other settings including hospitals as needed.
• Provide clinical services to residents of the Community Crisis Stabilization (CCS) program including risk assessment for unplanned discharges and screening interviews for inpatient step-down admissions.
• Maintain positive professional relations with other agencies and community partner/hospitals; represent CBHC services professionally and act as a liaison with community agencies.
• Complete all initial and ongoing credentialing requirements for those hospitals where employee will be providing services including obtaining required vaccinations, tox screens, and safety/health education competencies (Necessary vaccinations/x-rays are responsibility of employee).
• Attend in-service trainings on evidence-based best practices and other topics as appropriate, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Receive regular supervision meetings and monthly staff meetings with the Program Managers.

Your Background:

• Clinical Master's degree.
• Post Master's Degree work expertise (preferred).
• Must be eligible for or hold highest level of Massachusetts' licensure in appropriate discipline, LICSW or LMHC (preferred).
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

We also seek applicants who embody CSO's values by being:

• Positive -- maintaining resiliency and focusing on solutions.
• Respectful -- collaborating and effectively communicating.
• Insightful -- demonstrating self-awareness and effectively priority setting.
• Conscientious -- taking accountability and applying feedback.

Our Agency:

Clinical & Support Options, Inc. is a dynamic behavioral health organization serving Western Massachusetts for over 50 years. With offices across Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield, and beyond, we're dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals and families. Join our team of over 650 multi-disciplinary staff and become part of a collaborative environment where excellence is fostered internally and partnerships are forged externally with community organizations. At CSO, you'll find a flexible and supportive work environment that encourages collaboration and growth. Join us and make a positive impact on thousands of lives in our communities!

CSO was voted a "Healthcare Industry Top Workplace" in 2023 and 2024. We are the fastest-growing Behavioral Health agency in Western Massachusetts. CSO has consistently received high marks on their internal employee satisfaction survey, noting that over 90% of CSO staff would recommend CSO as a great place to work. We encourage you to check us out!

CSO offers Training in: Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Skills and more.