UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a Crisis Clinician to support our Center for Hope & Healing on a casual/as-needed basis. The Center for Hope & Healing is a residential crisis service facility where we provide support for adults with mental health illnesses and addictions. This position will work varying shifts. Candidates will be placed in appropriate job title based on education/experience. Minimum pay rate is $19.67/hr.

Responsibilities:

Assist consumers in developing a crisis plan. Provide follow-up services to consumers by phone and/or mobile visits. Provide insight & knowledge of insurance programs, processes and able to obtain authorizations as needed. Support consumer and negotiates appropriate referral services. Work efficiently and independently in a crisis setting. Utilize specific techniques of motivational interviewing. Provide crisis services in a community and/or office setting. Provide supportive counseling to consumers to promote stability. Complete consumer/family crisis assessments (face-to-face and telephone). Manage crisis situations effectively using positive approaches. Meet standards for documentation and completes all required paperwork. Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work with three years clinical experience or Master's Degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work required for the Crisis Clinician I job title. Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experience.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran