Emergency Service Clinician/Clinical Therapist

East Bay Community Action Program•Barrington, RI

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About The Position

When someone is in crisis, every moment matters. EBCAP is seeking an experienced Emergency Service Clinician/Clinical Therapist to deliver immediate, life-changing behavioral health interventions to individuals and families experiencing acute mental health crises. This position is at the frontline of our behavioral health system, ensuring rapid response, clinical excellence, and seamless coordination of care when people need it most. You'll provide crisis intervention across office-based and community settings, conducting risk assessments, stabilization services, and same-day access intakes. This role combines the intensity of emergency response with the clinical depth of diagnostic assessment and short-term therapeutic engagement, all while supporting continuity of care across EBCAP's integrated behavioral health services.

Requirements

Licensure: Licensed for independent clinical practice in Rhode Island (LICSW, LMHC, PhD, or equivalent) as defined by the Rhode Island Department of Health
Experience: 37 years of post-graduate clinical experience providing crisis intervention and emergency behavioral health services
Clinical Skills: Demonstrated ability to conduct risk assessments, crisis stabilization, and short-term therapeutic interventions
Transportation: Valid driver's license and active automobile insurance for required community-based travel
Core Competencies: Clinical Judgment: Sound decision-making under high-pressure and time-sensitive conditions
Communication: Clear and effective engagement with clients, families, multidisciplinary teams, and community partners
Trauma-Informed Care: Application of trauma-informed and person-centered approaches to crisis intervention
Accountability: Responsibility for clinical outcomes, documentation accuracy, and regulatory compliance
Collaboration: Effective coordination across programs to ensure service continuity

Nice To Haves

Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
Experience providing emergency services in community-based or integrated behavioral health settings
Familiarity with crisis response systems, law enforcement collaboration, and hospital diversion models

Responsibilities

Conduct in-person and community-based risk assessments, stabilization, and counseling for individuals and families experiencing acute behavioral health crises
Deliver individual, family, and group therapy services that address immediate clinical needs while supporting stabilization and safety planning
Provide integrated emergency behavioral health services, including crisis stabilization, opioid triage, harm reduction, and outreach
Determine the need for higher levels of care, including hospitalization, by applying clinical judgment, regulatory standards, and risk mitigation protocols
Conduct diagnostic assessments and same-day access intakes across behavioral health sites to determine level of care, treatment needs, and referral pathways
Triage crisis calls and referrals from individuals, families, law enforcement, schools, and community agencies to ensure timely face-to-face clinical response
Participate in multidisciplinary team communication, consultation, and case review to support clinical decision-making and quality outcomes
Coordinate care delivery to ensure seamless transitions and service continuity across EBCAP's behavioral health system
Complete clinical documentation accurately and within established timelines in accordance with EBCAP standards
Maintain compliance with state, federal, licensing, and accreditation standards, including Rhode Island Department of Health requirements
Engage in supervision and quality assurance processes by communicating significant clinical information during scheduled and ad hoc supervision sessions
Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives through program evaluation and service enhancement activities
Represent EBCAP at community education, outreach, and awareness events to strengthen partnerships and promote access to emergency behavioral health services
Participate in organizational committees, workgroups, and cross-program initiatives to support agency-wide objectives

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Subsidized medical insurance (BCBSRI)
Dental insurance (Delta Dental)
Supplemental vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Financial Benefits: Competitive salary (see wage band)
Up to 3% matching 403(b) retirement plan
Employer-paid life insurance
Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick time
Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement
Employer-paid professional development
Employee assistance program
Mileage reimbursement for community-based services