Crisis Clinician - First Call for Chittenden County

Howard Center•Burlington, VT

About The Position

The Crisis Clinician provides clinical services to youth and adults in Chittenden County who are experiencing mental health emergencies, emotional distress, or a self-defined crisis. First Call for Chittenden County responds to mental health emergencies according to the philosophy that the caller defines the crisis. The population served includes youth and adults, family members and other natural supports, Howard Center staff, medical and mental health care providers, law enforcement, schools, and other community partners. The role includes responding to safe, least-restrictive, convenient locations throughout Chittenden County; conducting in-person assessments, including substance use screening, and providing intervention services; coordinating with families and community partners; navigating the mental health system and making appropriate referrals; and completing clinical documentation and administrative tasks. Full- and part-time opportunities are available. The position offers clinical supervision toward licensure at no additional cost. The schedule may vary and include daytime, evening, and overnight shifts. This is an AFSCME union position, and dues apply.

Requirements

Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a mental health field.
Vermont clinical license, or license eligibility and placement on the Roster of Non-Licensed, Non-Certified Psychotherapists. Applicants without a valid clinical license must be added to the roster before hire.
QMHP credential required after six months of employment.
Valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle.
Ability to perform duties during scheduled shifts regardless of the time of day or day of week.
Experience making and prioritizing critical decisions.
Experience navigating the mental health system of care for children and adults.

Responsibilities

Respond to locations throughout Chittenden County that are deemed safe, least restrictive, and convenient for clients and families.
Collaborate with family members, medical and mental health professionals, law enforcement, schools, and other community partners.
Provide in-person assessments, including substance use screening, or intervention services.
Navigate the mental health system of care and refer clients to the appropriate level of mental health treatment.
Complete clinical documentation and additional administrative tasks.

Benefits

Clinical supervision toward licensure at no additional cost.
Generous paid time off, starting at 36 combined days per year for full-time employees and increasing with years of service; prorated for positions of 16 hours or more.
Comprehensive health insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families; prorated for part-time employees. The Point of Service Plan has no deductible.
Two dental plan options.
Vision insurance.
Employer 401(k) contributions.
Employer-paid life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term insurance.
Medical and childcare flexible spending accounts.
Childcare stipend.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee referral program with financial payment; employee referral and sign-on bonus are subject to Howard Center policy.
Discounted online undergraduate and graduate courses through Champlain College truED.
Workplace wellness program, including physical fitness groups, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing wellness advocacy and education.
Voluntary benefits and discounts from local and international businesses, including discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski and snowboard passes, and auto and home insurance.