Bilingual Crisis Clinician-Mobile Crisis

POSITION SUMMARYAre you interested in jump starting your clinical career Then Mobile Crisis may be the right fit for you! We also offer Licensurereimbursementand specialtytrainingswithin the Mobile Crisis Intervention Services (MCIS) program and Bilingual Crisis Clinician provides crisis assessment intervention and stabilization clinical and case management services for children birth through age 17. The clinician will respond out in the community to provide crisis intervention services and safety planning. May work with emergency departments inpatient units and congregate care providers to identify and coordinate crisis and diversionary planning for high needs youth in need of intensive community-based planning to prevent multiple admissions to such settings and otherwise promote the use of MCIS to coordinate intensive plans for high needs in Spanish and English requiredSALARYStarting salary: $65000Bilingual Stipend $4576Eligible for a $5k sign on bonus!Half paid upon hire and half after one year. LOCATIONHartford CTSCHEDULEFull-time 40 hours a week- two afternoon/evening shifts per week required 2-10pm and 11-7pm- No on call or weekend for hybrid AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONSDoctoral degree in Psychology or Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy Social Work or Counseling. Candidate must be able to speak fluently in both English and Requirements for Clinical PositionsMust be licensed or license eligible LPCA LMFTA LPC LMFT or Psychologist. If you are a MSW a LMSW (permit or license) or LCSW will be required to begin Drivers License is required. Safely operates vehicle in the community based on program needsEMPLOYEE BENEFITSAt Wheeler were committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Heres how we invest in you:Nurture Your Health:Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through CentivoComprehensive dental and vision insurance through CignaAccess to wellness programs to support your physical and mental healthSecure Your Future:Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance403(b) Plan with contributions from the companyFuel Your Career Growth:Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement ProgramAccess training and development opportunities including supervision towards licensureQualify for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment programsReceive a productivity incentive to recognize your hard work and dedicationGet reimbursed for licensure/certification expensesMaintain Work-Life Harmony:Recharge with generous paid time off including: 15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge8 sick days per year for your well-being2 personal days per year for your personal needs2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you9 paid company holidays to spend with loved onesAccess free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESConducts program specific screening and evaluation and formulates diagnosis in accordance with the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM). Develops and documents clear clinical formulations crisis and treatment plans that are individualized and measurable developed in collaboration with the client/family and others as knowledge of psychopathology crisis theory and other behavioral health concerns and primary modalities of psychotherapeutic intervention. Triages clinical emergencies and implements program specific safety and consultation protocols. Utilizes best practices and evidenced based practice models where appropriate and adheres to model and program mobile service in community settings outside of the office (e.g. homes schools hospitals institutions other community locations) as defined by the program. May transport clients to appointments or linkages as knowledge of internal and external levels of care referral processes and resources. Makes clinically appropriate referrals for identified service needs in a timely in a positive effective manner with client family and all internal and external providers. Attends any required work with emergency departments inpatient units and congregate care providers to identify and coordinate crisis and diversionary planning for high needs youth in need of intensive community based planning to prevent multiple admissions to such settings and otherwise promote the use of MCIS to coordinate intensive plans for high needs participate in community based meetings and conference calls with emergency departments inpatient units congregate care providers other MCIS providers and the Department of Children and Families to assist in care planning and to address system issues which may impact increased emergency department and inpatient unit utilization of high needs assistance from Program Manager and other leadership may coordinate with other MCIS team members to provide intensive follow-up care and stabilization to identify high needs direct service productivity goals as defined by program. Demonstrates knowledge of program/department/agency goals and target outcomes and adheres to practice standards and to data collection and reporting all client related information in compliance with agency policy and contractor all MCIS trainings as required by the MCIS Performance Improvement and is prepared for scheduled supervision. Seeks additional supervision or consultation as needed and follows through with supervisory to develop knowledge and understanding about the history traditions values family systems and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches skills and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.