Children's Crisis Stabilization Unit Clinical Consultant

Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc.•Calais, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Consultant provides clinical oversight and guidance to the Children's Crisis Stabilization Unit (CCSU) to ensure services are delivered in accordance with organizational clinical standards, policies, and best practices. This role provides specialized clinical expertise and support to the Crisis Unit team in the assessment, management, and treatment of children and adults experiencing mental health, behavioral, or emotional crises. The Clinical Consultant works collaboratively with staff to promote safe, effective, and clinically appropriate interventions; support sound clinical decision-making; and ensure individuals and families receive high-quality, trauma-informed care. The position also supports consistency in clinical practices, documentation, risk assessment, crisis response, and compliance with applicable regulatory and organizational requirements.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling or a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology.
Licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Counselor, or Clinical Psychologist in the State of Maine.
An MHRT-CSP credential is required. Employees who do not currently hold the credential must complete the MHRT-CSP training within six months of hire.
MANDT (Day 1) and First Aid/CPR are required and will be provided by the agency. Employees are responsible for maintaining all required certifications throughout employment.
The ability to pass a background check and meet other licensing or regulatory requirements is required at time of hire and throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough assessments of individuals in crisis to determine mental health status, risk factors, and immediate needs, including assessment for trauma, depression, anxiety, and other psychological conditions.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including nurses, therapists, and social workers, to develop individualized treatment plans that may include therapy, medication management, and behavioral interventions.
Provide immediate support to individuals experiencing acute distress through de-escalation, supportive counseling, safety planning, and other appropriate crisis intervention techniques.
Provide guidance and training to paraprofessional staff on best practices for working with individuals in crisis, including trauma-informed, person-centered, and developmentally appropriate interventions.
Engage support systems in the treatment process and promote effective communication between systems of care to support continuity of care and coordination of services.
Assist with creating and refining protocols and procedures for managing individuals in crisis to promote a structured, compassionate, and safe environment.
Provide clinical consultation regarding complex or challenging cases, offer support to staff, and promote the ethical and effective delivery of services.
Participate in team meetings and care coordination activities and provide clinical insight regarding client progress toward treatment goals within the scope of the Crisis Unit program.
Performs other duties as assigned.