Crisis Clinician Associate, I and II (Part-time) - resolve Crisis Services Walk-In

Are you interested in building a rewarding career with a national leader in the treatment of mental health and addictive disorders? UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is looking for a passionate Part-time Crisis Clinician to join our Walk-In Clinic at resolve Crisis Services! resolve is a 24-hour, 365-day Crisis Walk-In Clinic providing support to individuals experiencing self-identified crisis.

For more information, visit: resolve Crisis Services | UPMC

 All candidates must be able to work varying shifts: daylight, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays. 

Crisis Clinician levels from Associate, Clin I and Clin II will be considered for this role. The title and pay rate (minimum rate for Associate is $21.14, Clinician I is $24.32, Clinician II is $25.52) for these positions may vary depending on education level and years of experience.

Crisis Clinicians are Sign on Bonus eligible!

$1,750 with a 2 year commitment

$2,500 with a 3 year commitment

 Responsibilities:

• Complete Crisis Clinician orientation and training.
• Manage shift caseloads under supervision.
• Develop skills in assessment, de-escalation, documentation, and motivational interviewing.
• Use Electronic Medical Records for information and documentation.
• Provide person-centered, strength-based counseling to promote stability.
• Work independently and efficiently in crisis settings.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate on disposition planning.
• Advocate for appropriate program admissions (Crisis Residential, Walk-In).
• Conduct face-to-face crisis assessments and respond to support calls.
• Handle crisis situations using positive, effective strategies.
• Meet documentation standards and complete required paperwork.
• Participate in trainings, staff meetings, and case reviews.
• Support therapeutic milieu and ensure safety.

Crisis Clinician Associate:

• Bachelor'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 and/or relevant mental health experience. (Preferred other fields of study include: Social Work, Psychology, Gerontology, Sociology, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Theology, Nursing, Counseling/Guidance, Education)

• ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR BACHELOR’S OR MASTER'S TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION.

• Consistent ability to respond calmly and effectively, using good clinical judgment to both psychiatric and medical emergencies.
• Recovery-oriented interpersonal relations. 
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and to assume on call responsibilities.

Crisis Clinician I:

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work with one (1) year mental health direct care experience.

OR

• Master's Degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work and no experience.

• Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experience. (Preferred other fields of study include: Social Work, Psychology, Gerontology, Sociology, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Theology, Nursing, Counseling/Guidance, Education)

• ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR BACHELOR’S OR MASTER'S TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION.

• Includes phone triaging, 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.

Crisis Clinician II:

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work with two (2) years mental health direct care experience with one (1) year crisis experience.

OR

• Master's Degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work with one (1) year mental health direct care experience.

• Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experience. (Preferred other fields of study include: Social Work, Psychology, Gerontology, Sociology, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Theology, Nursing, Counseling/Guidance, Education)

• ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR BACHELOR’S OR MASTER'S TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION.

• 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
• Licensure in social work or professional counseling is preferred.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and to assume on call responsibilities.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• CCM training is required within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
• Drivers License
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance
• OAPSA

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