Psychiatric Crisis Clinician - PRN

Trinity Health • Silver Spring, MD

1d • $31 - $46

About The Position

The Psychiatric Crisis Clinician provides direct clinical consultation to patients and families in the Emergency Center and inpatient hospital units. The role conducts psychosocial assessments, coordinates psychiatric placements, and manages crisis intervention cases. The clinician works with psychiatrists, hospital staff, and external agencies to coordinate patient care and support Holy Cross Health and CHE Trinity Health’s mission.

This is a PRN position with weekend work and a rotating shift. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to crisis intervention and access to psychiatric care, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and gain hands-on experience in psychiatric crisis intervention, case management, and behavioral health consultation.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• Highest clinical licensure in Maryland: LCSW-C or LCPC.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in a healthcare mental health setting; hospital experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of psychiatric assessment principles, social health programs, and laws governing mental health eligibility.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress or hostile situations.
• Experience obtaining managed care pre-authorizations and coordinating psychiatric care.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a hospital environment.
• Experience in case management, including hospital transfers, discharge planning, and pre-authorizations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients in psychiatric crisis and recommend appropriate behavioral health treatment.
• Facilitate psychiatric placements for patients in the Emergency Center and inpatient units, ensuring timely transfer to appropriate facilities.
• Provide psychiatric case management, including securing psychiatric beds and obtaining pre-authorizations from managed care companies.
• Collaborate with on-call psychiatrists, Emergency Center staff, and outside agencies to coordinate patient care.
• Navigate Maryland’s voluntary and involuntary psychiatric admission process in accordance with state laws and hospital protocols.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers, nurses, and physicians, to develop comprehensive care plans.
• Maintain therapeutic boundaries and demonstrate professionalism in high-stress environments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Mental health benefits.
• Paid time off.
• 403(b).
• Education assistance.
• Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, accident insurance, and hospital indemnity.
• Flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level