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UPMC WPH Altoona Crisis Services ( _501 Howard Ave. Suite 104, Altoona, PA 16601_ ) is Blair County's premiere crisis program. With expansion program in mobile and other departments, as well as a brand-new Consumer milieu we are looking for a Limited Casual Associate, Crisis Clinician to join our team!

Schedule/Shift: Variable schedules/hours - Will primarily be 2nd Shift (hours within 2pm-10pm or 3pm-11pm) with a rotation for 3rd shift which will be either hours within 8pm-4am or 10pm-6am

Travel: Minimal travel may be required with attending trainings. There is traveling associated with on-the-job duties for mobile encounters. There are 3 crisis vehicles provided for staff to utilize. Use of private vehicle is minimal. There is reimbursement of mileage available for compensation.

Perks: Opportunity for growth/career advancement, mileage reimbursement (when travelling), flexibility of scheduling, and free parking close to office

Under the direction of the Crisis Clinician Supervisor, the Crisis Clinician Associate is responsible for providing clinical services to consumers experiencing a self-identified crisis. Primary responsibility is responding to crisis related situations from community professionals and persons. This includes, but is not limited to, answering questions, obtaining clinical information, scheduling outpatient evaluations, responding to telephone crisis, de-escalation, and documentation of all duties previously mentioned.

Responsibilities:

+ Successfully participate in and complete Crisis Clinician orientation process.

+ Learn to manage a shift caseload safely and successfully, as assigned and coached by the Lead Clinician.

+ Work with crisis leadership to develop assessment, de-escalation, documentation, and motivational interviewing skills.

+ Learn to utilize the Electronic Medical Record to obtain relevant information and complete documentation.

+ Provide supportive counseling to consumers to promote stability by utilizing a person centered, strength-based model of intervention.

+ Work efficiently and independently in crisis setting.

+ Support consumer and negotiate appropriate referral services.

+ Consults with the Clinician II to establish disposition plans.

+ Advocates for Consumer admission to Crisis Residential program when appropriate.

+ Encourages Consumers to consider admission to Walk-In program for further support and assessment when appropriate.

+ Meets documentation expectations and completes all required paperwork.

+ Completes face to face crisis assessments.

+ Responds to telephone calls from consumer(s), community, and natural supports.

+ Manages crisis situations effectively using positive approaches.

+ Participate in interdisciplinary activities such as trainings and staff meetings.

+ Completes case reviews.

+ Helps to manage and support the therapeutic milieu, including safety.

+ 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.

+ ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR BACHELOR'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.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

+ Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)

+ Driver's License

+ Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

+ Act 33 with renewal

+ Act 34 with renewal

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran