Youth Mobile Crisis Therapist — Flexible Per Diem Role

CHR; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development programs

Wellness stipend

Calm app premium

Confidential counseling sessions

Employee events

Job summary

CHR is seeking a Crisis Therapist for mobile crisis intervention services in Manchester, CT. The role supports youth and families with crisis assessment, intervention, and connection to ongoing services; conducted on a per diem, part-time schedule.

The position emphasizes collaboration with schools, hospitals, DCF, law enforcement, and community providers, and offers opportunities for growth, supervision, and ongoing professional development within a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in related field.
• Experience with trauma, mental illness and/or SED and/or substance use disorders preferred.
• LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required; LCSW/LMFT/LPC/Licensed Psychologist preferred. Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
• Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
• Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
• Demonstrates competency in age-related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
• Works with clients to develop discharge plans utilizing natural supports.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
• Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
• May provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings.
• Responsible for maintaining client and staff records.
• Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
• Participates in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Mobile crisis services

Interagency collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree or higher in related field

Job description

CHR is seeking a Crisis Therapist for mobile crisis intervention services in Manchester, CT. The role supports youth and families with crisis assessment, intervention, and connection to ongoing services; conducted on a per diem, part-time schedule.

The position emphasizes collaboration with schools, hospitals, DCF, law enforcement, and community providers, and offers opportunities for growth, supervision, and ongoing professional development within a fast-paced team.