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UPMC and resolve Crisis Services is seeking dedicated Crisis Clinicians II to join our Specialized Mobile Crisis Team , a community-based initiative designed to provide immediate support to children, adolescents, and their family caregivers during behavioral health or emotional crises. This dynamic role pairs a Crisis Clinician with a Family Support Specialist to deliver in-home crisis intervention and stabilization services, helping to navigate and manage critical moments for families in need.

This position is eligible for a Sign on Bonus!!

2 year - $3500

3 year - $5000

Position Details:

· The team works primarily during the evening hours , when children and adolescents are typically home from school, ensuring timely support when it's most needed.

· Your work will have a direct, positive impact on the mental health and well-being of young individuals and their families, offering immediate, compassionate care in a high-stakes environment.

· Experience working with children and adolescents is highly desirable, especially in crisis or behavioral health settings.

· A passion for providing empathetic, trauma-informed care that engages both the young individual and their family caregivers in meaningful, supportive ways.

· Join us in this rewarding and impactful role, where your expertise can make a difference in the lives of those facing difficult emotional and behavioral challenges.

Responsibilities:

• Manages caseloads and completes clinical documentation.

• Provides supportive counseling and crisis assessments.

• Works independently in crisis settings.

• Supports consumers with referrals and consultations.

• Participates in interdisciplinary meetings and case reviews.

• Assists with orientation for new crisis clinicians.

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work with two years mental health direct care experience with one-year crisis experience

OR

Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work with one year mental health direct care experience.

Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experience

Experience with children, adolescents and families preferred

Work history that includes phone triage, as well as an in-depth knowledge and proven skill at doing psychiatric assessments.

Experience in mental health crisis intervention, case management, or in-home therapy preferred. Excellent, recovery-oriented interpersonal relations

Licensure in social work or professional counseling is preferred.

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

· OAPSA

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran