Psychiatric Crisis Intervention Specialist

4 days ago


Schenectady, New York, United States Ellis Medicine Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Psychiatric Crisis Worker to join our team at Ellis Medicine. As a key member of our mental health crisis team, you will be responsible for providing critical support to individuals in crisis, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and implement disposition recommendations for referred patients in the Emergency Department.
  • Perform crisis outreach evaluations, assessments of direct admissions to units, and answer crisis calls generated from the community.
  • Work closely with ER staff to facilitate inpatient admissions in an efficient and compassionate manner.
  • Communicate effectively with referral sources, families, and payors to promote a continuum of care.
  • Participate in a rotating back-up schedule to ensure 24-hour coverage of crisis services.
Requirements
  • Master's degree in Social Work is required.
  • Must be licensed or eligible for licensure.
  • Experience performing mental health and substance abuse evaluations is required.
  • Knowledge of DSM-IV-TR is required, along with a working knowledge of hospital admission/continued stay criteria.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
What We Offer

As a Psychiatric Crisis Worker at Ellis Medicine, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in crisis. We offer a competitive salary range of $24.75-36.53/hour, based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.



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