Core Values  

•  Dedicated-We are devoted, dedicated and always willing to pitch in.
• Passionate-We are passionate about what we do
• Accountable-We do what we say.
• Can Do Attitude- We have a "Can Do" attitude.
• Respectful- We always treat co-workers, donors and children and families with respect,
   courtesy and patience. 

Job Summary

Crisis Clinician will be responsible for providing crisis screenings for children ages 5 to 17, maintaining the crisis center phone line and providing resources and guidance to families as needed.

Clinicians will greet families and begin with triage --- obtaining the reason for presenting, explain the crisis process and obtain consent to treat. Clients who present to the crisis center typically are experiencing active suicidal/homicidal ideations, displaying behaviors that they may intentionally or unintentionally harm themselves/others, displaying psychotic symptoms, or extreme levels of depression or anxiety, interfering with their ability to safely maintain themselves in home, school, or community settings. Clinicians must be prepared to help families see beyond the crisis and assist them in finding hope by identifying natural supports, coping skills, and safety plans, using Motivational Interviewing, psychoeducation, active listening, mindfulness, and other clinical techniques. Clinicians will complete crisis screening to determine the level of care needed for child and consult with psychiatrist Clinicians will provide families with 24 hour and 7 day follow up to check how child is progressing. 

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in mental health related field such as; social work, psychology, or/and counseling. 
• State of Michigan Full or Limited License (MSW, Professional Counselor, Psychologist)
• 1 year of clinical experience with children and families
• Good assessment / diagnostic / treatment planning skills

Essential Functions

• Conduct assessments to determine medical necessity and service eligibility.
• Demonstrate effective and efficient assessment skills.
• Complete all required paperwork and psychiatric referrals according to agency and program deadlines. 
• Maintain appropriate certifications/licenses to provide clinical services throughout employment. 
• Attend all required training to enhance skills and meet Agency guidelines and as required by the State of MI, COA, and other agencies governing the operation of the Agency.
• Create and maintain a welcoming environment for clients and families. 
• Maintain strong communication and collaboration with other programs and support staff. 
• Maintain clinical records, report, case notes, etc. in the appropriate electronic record systems. 
• Complete all required paperwork and psychiatric referrals according to agency and program deadlines.
• Collaborate and maintain professional standards and conduct when interacting with clients and their families, agency staff, community resources and all others while performing job responsibilities and duties.
• Ensure that all services meet contractual obligations and applicable billing requirements.
• Act in accordance with client recipient rights guidelines. 
• Ensure that established quality assurance standards are met. 
• Maintain completion of crisis assessments through disposition within three hours of meeting with family.
• Complete clinical documentation and other forms within 24 hours. 
• Utilize the ICD-10 and DSM-V to determine diagnosis.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility-non-residential: Ability to traverse stairs and other uneven terrain to gain access to and to maneuver throughout offsite locations including office buildings and special event locations. 
• Administrative Work: Ability to prepare and inspect documents in hard copy or electronic format. Ability to tolerate exposure to computer screen and operate computer/keyboard and other office equipment on a frequent and/or continuous basis. 
• Communication: Ability to receive and exchange information and accurately and effectively communicate and converse with others. 
• Provide Instruction: Ability to convey detailed instructions or ideas accurately. 
• Lifting: Ability to lift up to 10 Lbs. 
• Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

While you are taking care of our clients, we take care of you! 

NHSC Loan Repayment Program

Opportunities for Performance Incentives 

Strong Professional Development Programs: 

• Professional development training 
• Free licensing supervision 
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Specialized clinical training in evidenced based/informed practices for children: 

• Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Infant Mental Health
• Incredible Years
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
• Parent Management Training – Oregon Model
• Child Parent Psychotherapy
• Parent Child Interaction Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment

Robust Health Care and Benefit Package including:

• Medical
• Vision and Dental Plan sponsored 100% by The Children’s Center 
• Matching 3% 403(b) retirement plan after one year, fully vested after two years of employment
• 160 hours of paid time off your first year, 200 hours your 2nd year, up to 280 hours
• 11 paid holidays 
• Life Insurance (Employer-Provided)
• Long Term Disability sponsored 100% by The Children’s Center 
• Longevity Pay
• Health Savings Account
• Dependent Care Account 
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance 

Voluntary Benefits 

• Critical Illness 
• Accident 
• Voluntary Life, voluntary spouse and dependent life 
• Pet Insurance 
• Legal Shield (prepaid legal services) 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.