Crisis Therapist: Mobile Crisis Intervention Services-7369

Community Health Resources•Middletown, CT

2d•$61,252 - $91,877•Onsite

About The Position

CHR is hiring a full-time Crisis Therapist for its Mobile Crisis Intervention Services program in Middletown, Connecticut. The program provides 24/7 crisis support to children and families experiencing emotional, behavioral, or situational distress through telephone triage, mobile crisis assessment and intervention, and community-based care in settings such as homes, schools, and courts. Its mission is to provide early intervention and stabilization, offer alternatives to hospitalization, and strengthen families and communities. The Crisis Therapist works on a multidisciplinary, fast-paced mobile crisis team, providing immediate crisis support to youth and families. The role involves working independently and alongside other master’s-level therapists to conduct mobile assessments, deliver crisis interventions, and arrange follow-up and linkage to ongoing services. The therapist collaborates with schools, hospitals, DCF, law enforcement, community providers, and internal quality and training systems. The position also includes crisis consultations, coaching, professional development, and opportunities to contribute to team leadership and service quality. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., for 40 hours per week. The stated compensation range is $61,252.26 to $91,877.14; the offer rate within that range depends on relevant experience and the agency’s internal equity policy.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in a related field.
LMSW, LPC-A, or LMFT-A licensure is required.
Valid driver’s license for programs where transportation is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with trauma, mental illness, serious emotional disorders, and/or substance use disorders is preferred.
LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist is preferred.
LADC may substitute for LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist in some programs.

Responsibilities

Provide assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
Conduct clinical and risk assessments.
Collaborate with individuals to develop individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
Demonstrate competency in age-related or specialty issues and the developmental needs of populations served.
Help clients develop appropriate discharge plans using natural supports.
Maintain collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
Provide crisis assessment and intervention to monitor clients’ status during a crisis.
Provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings as required by the program model.
Maintain client and staff records according to agency policy.
Provide coverage for team members during absences.
Participate in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
Transport clients using agency and/or personal vehicles, as required by the program model and setting.
Participate in required CHR training and obtain or maintain an evidence-based practice certification if applicable.
In residential programs, prioritize safety and physical presence and participate as a full member of the milieu.
Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Benefits

Health insurance and competitive insurance premiums.
Paid time off, including a birthday benefit.
Employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan.
Discounts on pet, home, and auto insurance.
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including tuition discounts at several local colleges and universities.
Training curriculum, including a Clinical Training Series.
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring at several programs.
Annual wellness stipend.
Free premium Calm app subscription.
Six free confidential counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance Program.
Employee appreciation events, contests, lunch-and-learns, and employee-led resource groups.