UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor is excited to welcome a passionate and driven Crisis Clinician I to our Crisis Intervention team!
Our Crisis Intervention team is a close-knit group that provides 24/7 crisis services through phone support, mobile response, and walk-in assessments. Under the guidance of the Crisis Clinician Supervisor, youll offer compassionate care to individuals of all ages facing self-identified crises.
Responsibilities include: • Crisis counseling • De-escalation • Clinical assessment • Coordination of services • Meeting with clients within our community
This is a night shift position, 11p-6a, four days per week. Schedule is built on a six-week rotation. Some weekends and holidays will be required. The dress code is business casual, and parking is provided on site at no cost.
While crisis work is challenging, it's deeply rewarding-and our team-building committee promotes staff wellness, connection, and a positive work culture. If you're passionate about making a real, tangible difference in the lives of those in our community, we warmly invite you to apply today!
Requirements:
• Bachelors degree in psychology, Counseling or Social Work WITH one year of mental health direct care experience OR masters degree in psychology, Counseling or Social Work required. • Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experience. • 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. • Ability to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and to assume on call responsibilities.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
• Act 31 or Act 126 must be obtained within 90 days of hire or transfer. • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) • Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCM) • Drivers License • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal • Act 33 with renewal • Act 34 with renewal • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
Attention:
Bachelors Transcripts MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran