School-Based Mobile Crisis Intervention Clinician

Riverside Community Care•Newton, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Riverside Community Care is seeking a Full Time School-Based MCI Clinician to join their 24-hour emergency services team. This role involves working in a fast-paced environment to develop and sharpen clinical skills by evaluating individuals of varying ages, backgrounds, and clinical presentations. The position is based at City of Newton Public Schools in the Newton community. Responsibilities include participating in the daily operation of MCI, such as telephone triage, crisis intervention (evaluation, stabilization, referral, and follow-up), and acting as a liaison with community providers for continuity of care. Orientation to MCI is provided, focusing on diagnosis, safety assessment, and resource awareness. Clinical supervision and collaboration with licensed senior clinicians are available. Riverside offers an outstanding staff training program with free CEUs.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other related human service field
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and collaborate with multiple stakeholders
Basic computer fluency including Microsoft Office
Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle

Nice To Haves

MSW, LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, LMFT encouraged to apply
Two years experience in the field of mental health preferred
Experience with children and knowledge of the youth system of care

Responsibilities

Participate in the daily operation of MCI, including telephone triage.
Provide crisis intervention, including evaluation, stabilization, referral, and follow-up.
Act as a liaison with community providers for continuity of care.
Evaluate individuals of varying ages, backgrounds, and clinical presentations.

Benefits

Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
Eleven paid holidays
Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee
Free CEUs