SUB - Crisis Clinician - Mental Health Urgent Care

Job Details Description Click the link below to learn how Howard Center helps change lives: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Wchi-A_Ks0 Sub - Crisis Clinician - Mental Health Urgent Care Provide services for adults at the Mental Health Urgent Care. A Substitute Crisis Clinician covers shifts due to vacancies and planned/unplanned time off and has the full responsibilities of a Crisis Clinician.

Responsibilities:

Provides in-person, and telehealth assessment or intervention services to individuals/families identified as being in mental health crisis, either self-defined or reliably reported Performs mental health status exam, risk assessment and substance abuse screening Determines a diagnosis to support a level of care disposition Navigates mental health system of care and make referrals to appropriate supports Coordinates follow up with providers and other supports; works closely with community partners Completes clinical documentation in Electronic Health Record and other documentation/record keeping in accordance with agency requirements Independently use approved de-escalation training to maintain a safe environment and safely manage behavior

Requirements:

Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or mental health field VT Clinical License or License Eligible and on the Roster of Non-Licensed, Non Certified Psychotherapists (See Licensing Requirement Notice Below) QMHP credential required after 6 months of employment Valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle Experience in making and prioritizing critical decisions Experience in navigating the mental health system of care for children and adults

Licensing Requirement Notice:

Vermont regulation mandates that if you do not hold a valid clinical license then you must be added to the Roster of Non-licensed & Noncertified Psychotherapists before you can be hired for work in this position. If you are not yet on the Roster, please begin the process immediately to avoid delay in hiring. Note this process may take 3-5 days for in-state applications and up to several weeks for out-of-state applications. Instructions can be found on the website for the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation.

Structure:

Substitute position $31.87 non-licensed, $33.16 licensed

Benefits:

Employee Assistance Program Employee referral program with financial payment Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED Retirement through 401(k) Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!

Our Values:

Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence. Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy