Clinician
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Clinician - Adult Crisis Stabilization Job description The ACCS Clinician is a member of a multi-disciplinary team to provide immediate short-term relief to individuals suffering from an acute psychiatric episode. ACCS (Adult Community Crisis Stabilization) provides an alternative to inpatient hospitalization for adults (18) in need of short-term, overnight crisis care with home-like, friendly, and comfortable environments offering a feeling of community while maintaining a safe and secure setting. SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday License Eligible MA Degree $30.00/hour $1/hour Language Differential (eligible languages include: Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Spanish or ASL) Qualifications: ? Must have completed a Master?s degree in Clinical Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Psychology ? A clinical licensure eligible degree program is preferred Responsibilities: The following responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet the agency?s needs. ? Conduct comprehensive assessments inclusive of the use of standardized assessment tools for suicide risk ? Engage clients in brief crisis counseling, individualized risk management/safety planning ? Engage clients in discharge planning and care coordination ? Conduct individual, group, and family sessions with clients ? Conduct comprehensive mental health status exam utilizing an admissions/screening instrument which includes providing a diagnosis in accordance with the DSM V ? Supervise the daily care plans of clients in the CCS unit ? An understanding of different treatment modalities that can be applied to stabilize clients in their home and prevent hospitalization ? Consult with clinic director/administrator on call and or consulting psychiatrist prior to disposition plan to include outpatient services, hospitalization, or hospital diversion Participate in regularly scheduled clinical supervision, staff meetings, staff development and training curriculum ? Ability to move quickly in responding to emergencies ? Possess excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills To Apply ? Go to cfservices.org ? Careers ? Submit your resume CFS (cfservices.org)