Crisis Therapist: Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention Services–Per Diem-7376
About The Position
The Crisis Therapist works on a multidisciplinary, fast-paced mobile crisis team providing immediate crisis support to youth and families in the community. The role involves working independently and with other Master’s-level therapists to conduct mobile assessments, deliver crisis interventions, and arrange thoughtful follow-up and linkage to ongoing services. The therapist collaborates with schools, hospitals, DCF, law enforcement, community providers, and internal quality and training systems to maintain strong clinical standards. The position combines direct clinical work with crisis consultations, coaching, professional development, and contributions to the delivery of responsive crisis services. Services may be provided in an office, home, residential, or community-based setting, depending on the program model.
Requirements
- Master’s degree or higher in a related field.
- LMSW, LPC-A, or LMFT-A required.
- Valid driver’s license for programs where transportation is required.
- Participate in all required CHR training.
- Obtain and/or maintain certification in an evidence-based practice if applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with trauma, mental illness, serious emotional disorders, and/or substance use disorders preferred.
- LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist preferred.
- LADC may be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist in some programs.
- Other training may be required based on the program.
Responsibilities
- Provide assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
- Conduct clinical and risk assessments.
- Collaborate with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
- Demonstrate competency in age-related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
- Work with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural supports.
- Maintain collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
- Provide crisis assessment and intervention to monitor the status of clients in crisis.
- Provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings as required by the program model and setting.
- Maintain client and staff records according to agency policy.
- Provide coverage for team members during periods of absence.
- Participate in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
- Transport clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on the program model and setting.
- Participate in all required CHR training and obtain and/or maintain certification in an evidence-based practice if applicable.
- In residential programs, prioritize safety and physical presence and participate as a full member of the milieu.
- Collaborate with schools, hospitals, DCF, law enforcement, and community providers.
- Participate in crisis consultations, ongoing coaching, and professional development.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off, including a birthday day off
- Employer contributions to a 403b retirement plan
- Competitive insurance premiums with discounts on pet, home, and auto insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development programs and tuition discounts at several local colleges and universities
- Free training curriculum, including a Clinical Training Series
- Clinical supervision and/or mentoring at several programs
- Annual wellness stipend
- Free premium subscription to the Calm app
- Six free confidential counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance Program
- Employee appreciation events, contests, lunch and learns, and employee-led resource groups
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Job Type
Part-time
