Crisis Clinician

Description:

The Crisis Clinician provides direct patient care under the supervision of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH). Work is often performed in an Emergency Department setting and can be completed via telehealth.

Essential Functions:

 

• Provides crisis assessment and referral services.
• Facilitates and supports patient and/or family de-escalation, as well as patient safety planning.
• Completes psychosocial assessments, assigned screenings, and discharge planning.
• Knowledge of local resources and family support services to collaborate with community and state facilities.
• Participates in continued education and in-service training.
  
   

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

 

• Bachelors in social work (required)
• Master of Science in Social Administration (preferred)