Crisis Specialist - 3rd Shift

Chimes•Exton, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Chimes – and go further to help others go far! Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential. Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, rehabilitative, and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions. Job Description: It is the responsibility of the Crisis Counselor in the Crisis Stabilization Unit to conduct crisis intervention and stabilization services in a sub-acute residential treatment setting, including assessments, treatment planning, aftercare planning, and case management, as well as individual and group therapy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required with major coursework in Social Sciences or a related field
3 Years of Mental Health Direct Care Experience Preferred
None required Licensure/Certifications
Pennsylvania Act 33 & 34 clearance.
Verification that the employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree Preferred

Responsibilities

Provide quality services based on established best practice principles
Conduct appropriate aftercare follow-up
Maintain quality documentation of clinical service
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including but not limited to progress notes, treatment plans, risk assessments, safety plans, and discharge planning
Provide all supporting documentation required for insurance authorization in a timely manner
Participate in both internal and external multidisciplinary treatment team meetings
Establish effective working relationships with program residents, their families, payers, and behavioral health providers, including case management and ACT Teams, MCO care managers, and other local county and community partners
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with local police, EMS, and emergency department staff
Prepare clear and concise reports and communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Participate in training
Perform other duties as assigned