Crisis Clinician - Rest Center

McCall Behavioral Health Network • Winsted, CT

3d

About The Position

The Crisis Clinician provides direct clinical services to individuals admitted to the REST Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), a short-term, voluntary alternative to psychiatric inpatient hospitalization. Under the supervision of the Program Director, the clinician conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments, develops individualized crisis stabilization plans, delivers evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and coordinates discharge and step-down care. Positions are available on day, evening, and overnight shifts. Licensed clinicians are required for day and evening shifts; associate licensed clinicians may work overnight under appropriate supervision.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted Connecticut clinical license (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) for day and evening positions.
• For overnight positions: associate license (LCSW-A or LPC-A), active work toward full licensure, and engagement in clinical supervision.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and crisis intervention principles.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and strong written documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods, use a phone, and work on a computer; must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in behavioral health, crisis services, or acute care settings.
• Experience in a crisis stabilization unit, emergency department, or inpatient psychiatric setting.
• Bilingual or multicultural competency relevant to the populations served.
• Certification in crisis intervention, such as CPI, ASIST, or Mental Health First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and crisis evaluations for newly admitted clients.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized crisis stabilization plans in collaboration with clients and the treatment team.
• Provide individual and group therapeutic interventions grounded in trauma-informed, recovery-oriented principles.
• Conduct ongoing evidence-based risk assessments for suicide, self-harm, and danger to others, adjusting care plans as needed.
• Document clinical encounters, assessments, and treatment plans in the electronic health record according to agency standards and Joint Commission requirements.
• Begin discharge planning at admission and connect clients with appropriate outpatient, community, and recovery support services.
• Coordinate with outpatient providers, mobile crisis teams, hospitals, and community agencies to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide warm handoffs and arrange follow-up appointments before discharge.
• Participate as an active member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, including nurses, peer recovery support specialists, and the APRN.
• Consult with the Program Director and on-call clinical supervisor regarding high-acuity cases.
• Attend team meetings, clinical supervision, and required trainings.
• Monitor clients’ status and communicate significant changes to team members across shifts.

Benefits

• Four weeks of PTO accrued biweekly.
• Medical and dental insurance with a large employer-paid premium.
• Life insurance fully paid by the employer.
• Voluntary vision insurance.
• AFLAC voluntary benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Two gym membership options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed