Crisis Therapist EMPS Youth Mobile Crisis
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JOB TITLE: Crisis Therapist
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Fulltime 40 hours/week
SCHEDULED HOURS: SundayThursday 12PM8PM OR WednesdaySunday
PROGRAM: EMPS Manchester CT
PC#: 2925
*Agency vehicles are available for use*
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Emergency Mobile Psychiatric Service (EMPS)
EMPS provides crisis telephone triage & support mobile crisis assessment and intervention in the school home court and other community settings. EMPS supports children & families in times of emotional behavioral and situational stress. EMPS focuses on prevention and early intervention stabilization and diversion from hospitalization.
ABOUT THE POSITION: Crisis Therapist
Position Highlights
- Looking for nontraditional hours
- Want the ability to work from the comfort of your home
- Are looking to diversity your clinical experience
- New MSW/MS graduates ready to have a steady workload that allows you to learn without feeling overwhelmed or burntout
- Looking for meaningful work with a direct impact on children and families in times of crisis
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
- Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
- Collaborates with individuals to create individualized personcentered treatment plans.
- Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
- Works with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
- Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
- Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
- May provide care in office home residential and/or communitybased settings based on program model and setting.
- Responsible for maintaining client and staff records according to agency policy.
- Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
- Participates in weekly supervision consultations and meetings.
- Transports clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
- Participates in all required CHR training and obtains and/or maintains certification in an EBP if applicable.
- In residential programs therapists prioritize safety and physical presence participating as full members of the milieu.
- Additional responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Masters Degree or higher in related field.
Experience: Experience working with trauma mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders and/or substance use disorders preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: LMSW LPCA LMFTA required. LCSW LMFT LPC Licensed Psychologist preferred. LADC may be substituted for LCSW LMFT LPC or Licensed Psychologist in some programs. Other training may be required based on program. Valid Drivers License for programs where transportation is required
Why Join CHR
AwardWinning Workplace:
- Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years!
Generous Time Off:
- Enjoy ample paid time off including a special day off for your birthday!
Retirement Savings:
- Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Comprehensive Insurance:
- Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet auto and home insurance!
Education & Tuition Support:
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
- Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness Nurse Corps NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
- Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
Career Development:
- FREE robust training curriculum featuring our brandnew Clinical Training Series for interactive learning practical skill enhancement and professional growth!
- Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
- Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
Wellness Program:
- Annual wellness stipend.
- FREE 24/7 confidential counseling sessions and a FREE premium subscription to the Calm app for employees and their families.
- Fun activities like virtual bringyourpettowork lunches weekly yoga coloring contests employee appreciation events and more!
Employee Involvement:
- Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
Stay Informed:
- Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
And So Much More:
- Many benefits are available to all staff regardless of the hours worked with some subject to eligibility.
Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting supportive and dynamic workplace where your growth and wellbeing are our top priorities!
COMPENSATION*:
$60496/annually min and up commensurate upon experience.
*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or signon incentives. (Please note for parttime positions this range would be prorated based on hours worked)
CHR is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all to apply.
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!
Employment Type
Full-Time
