Psychiatric Crisis Therapist Ii

Advocate Health

Park Ridge, Illinois, US
Base: $33.05 - $49.60; bonus/equity: not specified...
Crisis intervention techniques
Solution-focused therapy
Risk assessment
Provides crisis intervention, brief psychotherapy, triage, resource development and disposition recommendations for behavioral health patients via in-person and telehealth

Job Summary

  • Provides crisis intervention, brief psychotherapy, triage, resource development and disposition recommendations for behavioral health patients via in-person and telehealth.
  • Develops discharge and safety plans in consultation with patient, family, physician, and healthcare team, and facilitates admission to inpatient psychiatric units.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and programs that invest in your career development.

Matching Summary

Provides crisis intervention, brief psychotherapy, triage, resource development and disposition recommendations for behavioral health patients via in-person and telehealth.

Salary

Base: $33.05 - $49.60; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Solution-focused therapy
  • Risk assessment
  • De-escalate aggressive behavior
  • HIPAA and EMTALA adherence

Nice-to-have

  • Customer focused
  • Shared governance model
  • Interdisciplinary team support
  • Career development investment

Key Requirements

  • LCSW or LCPC licensure
  • Master's Degree in behavioral health sciences
  • Minimum two years' experience in mental health
  • Knowledge of DSM-V diagnostic categories
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds

Work Rights

Not specified

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