Clinician - Psych Crisis

Intermountain Health•San Jose, CA

6d•$36 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Mental Health Professional uses clinical expertise to perform psychosocial assessments, develop and implement plans of care with the appropriate care team, assess crisis situations, provide needed resources or referrals, and deliver family and individual treatment as indicated. The role works collaboratively with patients, their significant others and families, healthcare providers, insurers, community resources, and other involved parties to provide care appropriate to the established plan for the assigned patient population. The position is based at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lafayette, Colorado. The scheduled shift is Friday and Saturday, 1300–2300, for 20 hours per week. The hourly range is $35.60–$54.93, depending on experience.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work or a related field from an accredited institution; degree will be verified.
Current state licensure, as required by the state, as an LCSW, LMFT, CMHC/LPC/LCPC, or Psychologist.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Computer skills, including email and word processing.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including patient transfers and ambulation assistance, lifting and carrying supplies and equipment, and extended standing when required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with patients, families, and treatment teams.
Dual licensure with current state licensure as an LAC.
For Montana positions, current state licensure as an MHPP.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, modifying care plans as patient status changes.
Refer patients to community services, treatment programs, support groups, psychiatrists, and other mental health providers to improve their well-being.
Work with the multidisciplinary team to develop discharge plans that support continued care, services, referrals, and continuity of care.
Organize and prioritize daily work by assessing the needs of new, current, and discharging patients in areas of responsibility.
Conduct psychosocial assessments and behavioral health consultations for patients and caregivers; provide supportive, crisis, bereavement, and other behavioral health interventions as needed.
Educate, communicate, and coordinate with patient care teams and outside agencies to support quality care, timely discharge, and identification and resolution of delays or issues.
Provide staff support and debriefing in conjunction with the Employee Assistance Program following adverse events, as needed.
Meet applicable medical staff credentialing and peer-review requirements when working in a behavioral health setting.