Lead Crisis System Clinician

Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc.•Ellsworth, ME

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead Crisis System Clinician is a dynamic dual-role position that combines direct clinical expertise with leadership and supervision. In this role, you will provide clinical consultation and support to our Mobile Crisis Team and Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit (ACSU), while helping to shape and strengthen our crisis response system. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you'll provide guidance for complex cases, support staff growth and development, and help ensure individuals experiencing behavioral health crises receive timely, compassionate, evidence-based care.

Requirements

Master of Social Work or Counseling degree or a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology
Licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Counselor, or Clinical Psychologist in the State of Maine
Ability to maintain good standing with the applicable licensing board.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
Ability to pass a background check and meet other licensing or regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in crisis intervention, behavioral health, and clinical supervision preferred.
Active professional licensure in the State of Maine appropriate to the position.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical consultation and oversight for Mobile Crisis and ACSU staff.
Support complex case planning and crisis intervention efforts.
Review crisis evaluations and documentation for clinical quality.
Assist with admissions to and discharges from crisis stabilization services.
Participate in direct clinical work with individuals experiencing behavioral health crises as needed.
Provide individual and group clinical supervision and consultation.
Mentor clinicians and interns to support professional growth.
Lead integrated team meetings for individuals with complex service needs.
Deliver training and education to crisis staff and community partners.
Assist with crisis program development and implementation.
Collaborate with leadership to strengthen crisis services across the organization.
Support operations in the absence of the Program Director.
Build partnerships with hospitals, schools, law enforcement, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
Provide education on crisis intervention, suicide prevention, safety planning, and available crisis resources.
Promote awareness of behavioral health services throughout the community.