Licensed Crisis Therapist: MRSS

Applewood Centers, Inc. is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services, and education to children, adolescents, and families in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties.

About the role

The MRSS Licensed Crisis Therapist will provide Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS) to youth (ages 2-20) and families who have called the crisis hotline with a family-identified crisis. The therapist will respond face-to-face (in person or via video conferencing) with another MRSS Team member to high-risk crisis situations within one hour to assess the youth and stabilize the family. After the initial 72 hours, the family will receive ongoing stabilization and care coordination services from the MRSS team.

Responsibilities

• Mobile response to a family-identified crisis within one hour.
• Engage youth and families in de-escalating the crisis and assess for risk.
• Facilitate hospitalization for clients as necessary.
• Complete a Crisis Assessment and CANS to help develop a safety plan and an MRSS plan.
• Carry a small caseload of clients through the ongoing stabilization phase of up to six weeks.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the clinical record through timely completion of assigned documentation in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
• Respect the privacy of clients and hold in confidence all information obtained during treatment according to HIPAA guidelines.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and ongoing training.
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Licensure: LSW, LMFT, or LPC required; LISW, IMFT, or LPCC preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with youth and families in a mental health setting.
• Knowledge of the DSM-5 and diagnostic criteria; experience with family systems and crisis intervention preferred.
• First Aid and CPR training required (provided by agency).
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the underwriting criteria of the Agency’s insurance company.
• Must be approved by Applewood to transport clients in own vehicle.

Benefits

• Health & Care: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and low-cost plan options, plus 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Family First: Paid parental leave (birth & adoption), fertility/IVF support, and pet insurance.
• Career Growth: 50% Case Western Reserve University MSW tuition discount and free supervision for licensed roles.
• Financial Protection: 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, plus 100% employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Time Off: Generous PTO and paid organizational holidays.

Pay

Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000 depending on relevant education, experience, and licensure.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a need for 2nd shift availability. Typical shift hours will be between 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM.