Crisis Clinician Associate (Nights- Safe Harbor Behavioral Health)

UPMC•Erie, PA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor is seeking a passionate and driven Crisis Clinician Associate to join their Crisis Intervention team. This team provides 24/7 crisis services through phone support, mobile response, and walk-in assessments. Under the guidance of the Crisis Clinician Supervisor, the associate will offer compassionate care to individuals of all ages facing self-identified crises. Responsibilities include crisis counseling, de-escalation, clinical assessment, coordination of services, and meeting with clients within the community. This is a night shift position, 11p-6a, four days per week, with a schedule built on a six-week rotation. Some weekends and holidays will be required. The dress code is business casual, and on-site parking is provided at no cost. While crisis work is challenging, it is deeply rewarding, and the team-building committee promotes staff wellness, connection, and a positive work culture. The company's Total Rewards Program offers comprehensive benefits, and a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 is available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in psychology, Counseling or Social Work.
Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experience.
Consistent ability to respond calmly and effectively, using good clinical judgment to both psychiatric and medical emergencies.
Recovery-oriented interpersonal relations.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
Driver's License
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Responsibilities

Complete Crisis Clinician orientation and build core skills in assessment, de-escalation, documentation, motivational interviewing, and EMR use.
Safely manage assigned crisis caseloads, conduct face-to-face and phone assessments, and respond effectively to crisis situations.
Provide person-centered, strength-based supportive counseling to promote consumer stability.
Collaborate with leadership and Clinician II to develop disposition plans, coordinate referrals, and advocate for appropriate program admissions.
Maintain documentation standards, participate in interdisciplinary activities, complete case reviews, and support a safe therapeutic milieu.