Psychiatric Crisis Therapist I

Advocate Aurora Health

Chicago, Illinois, United States
Base: $30.70 - $46.05 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Crisis intervention and brief psychotherapy skills
Risk assessment and de-escalation techniques
Knowledge of dsm-v diagnostic categories
The role provides specialized crisis intervention and psychotherapy to patients in the Emergency Department and Medical Center via in-person and telehealth modalities

Job Summary

  • The role provides specialized crisis intervention and psychotherapy to patients in the Emergency Department and Medical Center via in-person and telehealth modalities.
  • Candidates must possess strong interpersonal skills to work under stressful conditions while assessing mental status, risk levels, and support systems.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and educational assistance programs.

Matching Summary

The role provides specialized crisis intervention and psychotherapy to patients in the Emergency Department and Medical Center via in-person and telehealth modalities.

Salary

Base: $30.70 - $46.05 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off, Health/Dental/Vision, Retirement match, Educational Assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Crisis intervention and brief psychotherapy skills
  • Risk assessment and de-escalation techniques
  • Knowledge of DSM-V diagnostic categories
  • Solution focused therapy application
  • Discharge and safety plan development

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with various age groups preferred
  • Telehealth service delivery capability
  • Collaborative problem solving with families
  • Cross-training flexibility within department

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree in behavioral health sciences
  • Minimum two years experience in mental health setting
  • LSW or LPC licensure required at hire
  • LCSW or LCPC licensure encouraged for Level 2

Work Rights

Not specified

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