Crisis Clinician, Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Participate in interdisciplinary activities such as staff meetings.
• Manage crisis situations effectively using positive approaches.
• In collaboration with Crisis Program Coordinator, complete staff performance evaluation, staff development, and carry out appropriate corrective action.
• Work efficiently and independently in crisis setting.
• Develop orientation for all new crisis clinicians and assigns mentor.
• Complete consumer/family crisis assessments (face to face and telephone).
• Maintain standards for documentation and complete all required paperwork.
• Provide crisis services in a community and/or office setting.
• Support consumers and suggest/recommend appropriate referral services.
• Work with motivational interviewing and utilize specific techniques.
• Assess consumer needs and assist consumers in developing a crisis plan.
• Provide supportive counseling to promote consumer stability.
• Serve as shift supervisor and oversee daily functions in the office in coordination with Crisis Program Coordinator.
• Provide follow-up services to consumers by phone and/or mobile visits.
• Provide insight and knowledge of insurance programs, processes, and obtain authorizations as needed.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work.
• Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services.
• Three years of mental health experience required.
• Work history that includes phone triage, as well as an in-depth knowledge and proven skill at doing psychiatric assessments.
• Experience in mental health crisis intervention, case management, or in-home therapy preferred.
• Excellent, recovery-oriented interpersonal relations.

Qualifications

• Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Per Maryland state regulations, if candidate has a Masters in Psychology, they must hold a LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) or a LGPS (Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor). If candidate has a Masters in Social Work, they must hold a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) or LMSW (Licensed Master of Social Work).
• Driver's License