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DescriptionAre you interested in building a rewarding career with a national leader in the treatment of mental health and addictive disorders? UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is looking for a passionate Crisis Clinician to join our team at Beaver Crisis Services! Beaver Crisis Services is the premiere provider of crisis services in Beaver County. Beaver Crisis is a partnership between UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital, and Beaver County. This position is sign on bonus eligible: $3,500 with a 2-year commitment or $5,000 with a 3-year commitmentThe Crisis Clinician I is responsible for assisting in the consumer service and clinical services. Primary responsibility is responding to crisis related situations from community professionals and persons within Allegheny County. This includes, but is not limited to, answering questions, obtaining clinical information, scheduling outpatient evaluations, responding to telephone crisis, and documentation of all duties previously mentioned.Responsibilities:Manages a caseload for the shift
Obtaining clinical information in the medical record
Provide supportive counseling to consumers to promote stability
Work efficiently and independently in crisis setting
Support consumer and negotiates appropriate referral services
Collaborates with the Clin II such case consultations
Meets documentation and completes all required paperwork
Completes face to face crisis assessments
Responding to telephone calls from consumer(s) community and natural supports
Manages crisis situations effectively
Complete case reviews
Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors
Performs other duties as assigned
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work with two (2) years of clinical experience required
ORMaster's degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work required
Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experienceIncludes phone triaging, as well as an in-depth knowledge and proven skill at doing psychiatric assessments
Experience in mental health crisis intervention, case management, or in-home therapy preferred
Excellent, recovery-oriented interpersonal relations
Ability to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and to assume on call responsibilities
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:CCM training is required within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance
OAPSA
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/VeteranREQNUMBER: 537248486
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