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UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a part-time Crisis Clinician to support our Center for Hope & Healing.

The Center for Hope & Healing is a residential crisis service facility where we provide support for adults with mental health illnesses and addictions. This is a night shift position.

*Candidates will be placed in appropriate job title based on education/experience. Minimum pay rate is $19.10/hr.

Eligible candidates can receive a Sign-On Bonus of up to $2,500 depending on commitment!

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 Masters 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