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UPMC's Western Psychiatric Hospital is looking for a full-time Associate, Crisis Clinician to join their Altoona Crisis Services team in Altonna, PA.

Our Crisis Clinician Associate is eligible for a sign on bonus!

Sign on Bonus Details Full-Time:

2 years - $3500

3 years - $5000

Schedule/Shift: Orientation period will be primarily on Day and Evening Rotating Shifts. Once training is completed, this role will primarily be Evening and Night Rotating Shifts - Every Other Weekends and Some Holidays Required

This role provides benefits/perks packages, free parking, overtime opportunities, opportunities to attend outreach events and trainings, & opportunities for career growth

_**Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title based on their experience and education** or Final candidate will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary based on experience and education. or Job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder requirements._

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. _(Preferred other fields of study include: sociology, gerontology, anthropology, criminal justice, nursing, or education)_

+ 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