Provide crisis intervention, risk assessments, and psychotherapy to stabilize individuals in Children's and Adult Crisis Residences. Coordinate care by connecting clients to community supports and managing hospital discharge appointments.
Requirements summary
Requires NYS licensure as an LMHC, LMSW, LCSW, or LCSW-R and a valid driver's license. Candidates must be able to work evenings and weekends and have experience with serious mental illness.
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Job description
A Spanish version of this position is available upon request
BHSN, one of the fastest-growing organizations providing whole-person care in the region, is in search of passionate individuals to join our rapidly expanding team!
Your role at BHSN
As a Crisis Clinician at BHSN, you will provide crisis intervention in our Crisis Residence program, including risk assessments, brief interventions, care management, and individual/family psychotherapy to individuals experiencing or at risk of crisis. Your goal will be to help stabilize clients, return them to a pre-crisis level of functioning, and connect them with community services and supports that meet their needs.
This role will support both our Children's Crisis Residence and Adult Crisis Residence.
Work schedule is Monday-Friday 8am-4pm but will require flexible hours and work on call shift.
Your responsibilities
Provide comprehensive intake assessments, risk assessments, and individual/family therapy to restore safety for clients and the community
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Personal days
Vacation days
Paid time off
Sick days
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Employer-paid life insurance
Disability coverage
Professional development and training opportunities
Assist clients in developing safety plans as clinically needed
Communicate with clients’ care teams as clinically relevant
Assess need for Mental Hygiene removal orders (MHL 9.45)
Transport clients to emergency rooms or other service providers as needed for stabilization
Assist emergency services with triage to determine appropriate level of care
Work a minimum of one evening shift per week
Connect clients to outpatient services and community supports
Complete intakes, treatment planning, individual, family, and group sessions, and discharges
Provide hospital discharge appointments to clients—engaged or not engaged in ongoing services—to increase access to care
Collaborate with other BHSN staff and community-based providers
Assist clients with accessing treatment providers or social welfare resources
Deliver brief cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, skills training, and care management in individual, group, and family settings
Provide outreach and engagement services as needed
Maintain a thorough understanding of, and compliance with, OMH regulations, including 14 CFR NY 589, OMH standards of care, and OMH Crisis Residence Guidance
Participate in staff meetings, individual and group supervisions, community meetings, and treatment teams as needed
Perform additional duties as assigned
Your skills & qualifications
NYS LMHC, LMSW, LCSW, or LCSW-R licensure or permit (required)
Strong engagement, clinical, and interpersonal skills
Experience working with adults with serious and persistent mental illness
Ability to work afternoon, evening, and weekend hours (required)
Potential for on-call hours
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and walk briskly for up to 10 minutes
Familiarity with databases and electronic health record systems (preferred)
Valid NYS driver’s license with an acceptable driving record to BHSN’s insurance carrier
What’s in it for you
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick, and personal days
Tuition reimbursement programs, subject to eligibility requirements
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Supportive, mission-driven work environment with a team that cares
Join a workplace where you belong
BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and champions Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion across all levels of the organization. We are committed to ensuring every team member can be their authentic self and thrive both personally and professionally. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), ethnicity, color, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, arrest or conviction record, domestic violence survivor status, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status, or any other factor protected by law.
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