What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crisis Clinician I position at UPMC?
UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a part-time Crisis Clinician to support our Center for Hope & Healing.
*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.
Salary : $21 - $33