Hospital Crisis Clinician (Per Diem - Evenings & Weekends)
About The Position
The Hospital-Based Crisis Clinician works at South Shore Hospital Integrated Services and supports the organization’s mission of providing behavioral health services to the community. Under the supervision of the Program Director, the clinician collaborates with medical staff to triage and assess clients needing behavioral health or substance use disorder interventions. The role determines appropriate levels of care, provides clinical interventions, and offers case management support. Crisis clinicians work with a broad population, including children and adults, in a fast-paced setting. Clinical supervision is provided for each client seen by an experienced, independently licensed supervisor. The position is per diem and includes evening and weekend work; an $8-per-hour shift differential is available for work on Saturdays, Sundays, and Monday through Friday from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. The posted salary range is $33–$36 USD, with compensation based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and licenses. The annual ranges referenced in the posting are based on a full-time, 40-hour work week.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or another mental health discipline.
- Training in assessing adults in crisis and competency in assessing children and their families in crisis.
- Familiarity with electronic health records and documentation protocols.
- Experience providing follow-up and referral services to ensure continuity of care.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience in a crisis intervention setting or related field placement is preferred.
- Experience in a hospital or integrated care setting is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with medical staff to triage and assess clients needing behavioral health or substance use disorder interventions.
- Determine the appropriate level of care for clients.
- Deliver clinical interventions.
- Provide case management support.
- Assess adults in crisis and demonstrate competency in assessing children and their families in crisis.
- Provide follow-up and referral services to support continuity of care.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- $8-per-hour shift differential for working Saturdays, Sundays, and Monday through Friday from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.
