Mobile Response Crisis Team Clinician
Company: Access-Supports for Living
Location: Mount Vernon
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Location: Mount Vernon, NY and New Rochelle, NYPsition: MCRT
Clinician- LMSW, LMHC or LCSWHours: Per Diem 4 pm to 12 evenings
and weekend shifts 8 am to 4 pm and 4 pm to 12 amRate of Pay:
LMSW/LMHC $35 LCSW $40 and Overnight On Call $25Position Summary:
The Guidance Center of Westchester's Mobile Crisis Response Teams
(MCRT) in New Rochelle/catchment area and Mt. Vernon/catchment area
act as Emergency First Responder Providers for those in the
community that are experiencing a mental health, substance use
disorder crisis that includes suicide risk. The calls come from
Police who have received 911 calls for assistance and there is
close collaboration with the corresponding Police departments. The
Mobile Crisis Response teams will be prepared 24/7 to respond to
crises in person or at times when appropriate by telephone.Position
Responsibilities:Dispatch to mental health crises in New Rochelle
and Mt. VernonAssess, engage, de-escalate and stabilize people and
situations.Help people get linked to services.Interface with
community leaders, police department and providers.Assessment of
behavioral health symptoms and crisis related needs.Development of
a safety plan or crisis prevention plan.Work in compliance with
Mobile Crisis Response Team, agency, and regulatory procedural
guidelines.Qualifications:A Master's Degree and New York State
Licensure as an LMSW, LCSW or LMHC requiredUnlicensed Clinicians
can be considered.Skills in clinical triage and assessment of
emergency, urgent, and routine calls.Familiarity with Westchester
resources to support a variety of complex needs.Strong verbal and
written communication skillsPositive attitude and demeanorA passion
for engaging with community members as well as team membersEEO,
AAE, M/F/D/VIND2022
Keywords: Access-Supports for Living, Mount Vernon , Mobile Response Crisis Team Clinician, IT / Software / Systems , Mount Vernon, New York
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