Urgent Care Clinician

Urgent Care Clinician Chicopee, MA Job Details Full-time $67,000 - $73,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Family leave Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Behavioral interventions Health screenings LMHC Mental health stabilization LICSW Safety planning Licensed Clinical Social Worker Collaborating with government agencies Mid-level Outpatient Master's degree Substance abuse Mental health counseling Clinical documentation Evidence-based interventions in treatment planning Participating in conferences Medication management Healthcare treatment Care coordination Referral coordination Interdisciplinary behavioral health coordination Crisis intervention counseling Community resource coordination Full Job Description About MHA MHA - Mental Health Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people live their best life. We provide a wide range of services across Western Massachusetts, including outpatient therapy, substance use recovery, supports for individuals with developmental disabilities or brain injuries, and residential and housing programs. MHA serves individuals impacted by mental illness, substance use, developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and homelessness. Our mission is rooted in inclusion, dignity, and empowering people to lead fulfilling, independent lives. About BestLife - Emotional Health & Wellness The BestLife Emotional Health & Wellness Center offers compassionate, person-centered mental health and substance use treatment for individuals, families, and couples. Whether challenges are short-term or ongoing, BestLife provides evidence-based care to support emotional well-being and recovery. Services include assessments, therapy (individual, group, family, couples), substance use treatment, co-occurring disorder care, medication management, case coordination, and recovery support. Care is delivered by licensed clinicians and overseen by a board-certified psychiatrist. _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Position Summary The Urgent Care Clinician will work in a community behavioral health setting, providing services for children, adults and families who are in crisis and experiencing a mental health and/or substance use disorder. Services will include provision of comprehensive assessments for mental health, substance use and co-occurring presentations, development of treatment plans that best ensures for safety and optimizes the effective resolution of the crisis, referrals to community support services and psychoeducation, as well coordination of acute treatment services, as needed, utilizing evidence-based practices. The Urgent Care Clinician will work with the Clinic Director within the Outpatient Clinic's team model, establishing open communication, support, and accountability among workers and consumers. The Urgent Care Clinician will be required to provide services during evenings throughout the week and on Saturdays, on-site and in-person, at the Outpatient Clinic.

Pay Rate:

$67,000-73,000 annually (depending on degree/licensure)

Open Schedule :

Full-time (40 hours), Required availability Monday through Thursday from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM and 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. (Remaining hours are flexible) Key Responsibilities Provide assessment, treatment planning, and consultation for pre-crisis and crisis plans, behavioral guidelines, risk assessments, positive behavior plans, medication treatment plans, and related interventions. De-escalate crises to ensure safety and provide optimal care and welfare for individuals in crisis. Assess needs and implement interventions according to best practice standards for emergency care, crisis resolution, and recovery. Complete all required documentation timely and in compliance with regulatory standards. Utilize evidence-based screening tools and collaborate with teams to develop and implement positive behavior support plans. Serve as a liaison with service systems, state agencies, and community partners; establish and maintain relationships to support programs, partnerships, and funding opportunities. Actively participate in licensing, accreditation, and professional development activities, including conferences, statewide meetings, task forces, and committees. Promote and integrate agency mission, values, and principles, and perform other duties as assigned by the Clinic Director. Equal Opportunity Statement The Mental Health Association is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Requirements Master's Degree in a behavioral health field is required. Professionally licensed or license eligible clinician, from the state of Massachusetts (LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, etc.), is preferred. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (403B, IRA) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Long Term Disability $