Crisis Therapist: Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention Services–Per Diem-7377

Community Health Resources•Manchester, CT

2d•Onsite

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 position involves working independently and alongside other Master’s-level therapists to conduct mobile assessments, provide crisis interventions, and arrange thoughtful follow-up and connections to ongoing services. The therapist collaborates with schools, hospitals, DCF, law enforcement, community providers, families, and internal quality and training systems. The role combines direct clinical work with participation in crisis consultations, coaching, professional development, and efforts to deliver high-quality, responsive crisis services. The program provides 24/7 crisis support for children and families experiencing emotional, behavioral, or situational distress, including telephone triage, mobile assessment and intervention, and community-based care in homes, schools, courts, and other settings. Its mission is to support early intervention and stabilization, offer alternatives to hospitalization, and strengthen families and communities.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in a related field.
Required credential: LMSW, LPC-A, or LMFT-A.
Valid driver’s license for programs where transportation is required.
Other training may be required based on the program.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with trauma, mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders, and/or substance use disorders.
LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Licensed Psychologist licensure is preferred.
LADC may be substituted 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 create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
Demonstrate competency in age-related or specialty issues and the developmental needs of each population served.
Work with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans using 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 dictated 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 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, coaching, and professional development.

Benefits

Health insurance and competitive insurance premiums.
Paid time off, including the employee’s birthday.
Employer contributions to a 403b retirement plan.
Discounts on pet, home, and auto insurance.
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including 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 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.