Crisis Intervention Specialist- LPC

Crisis Intervention Specialist - LPC at Providence Portland Medical Center – Emergency Department On-Call, Variable Schedule The Crisis Intervention Specialist practices in an evaluation/treatment setting to evaluate and treat psychiatric and substance use disorders using a patient-centered and trauma-informed approach. Works both independently and collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Works with patient/support systems to evaluate and diagnose utilizing Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders; assess patient risk to self and/or others, complete and implement risk reduction/mitigation plans to ensure patient and community safety; complete crisis psychosocial assessment and develop care plan for patient including outpatient resources, follow up appointments and inpatient admission if needed. Must be able to work effectively and flexibly in a high paced, demanding, and unpredictable environment. The Crisis Intervention Specialist shall perform duties in a manner that respects patient self-determination, reduces health disparities/barriers to care, and adheres to the appropriate code of ethics based on licensure, Standards of Practice, and the Providence Mission. Required Qualifications Master's Degree Counseling, Counseling Psychology or related field Upon hire: Oregon Professional Counselor License Preferred Qualifications 1 year Master's level practicum in a behavioral health setting in an accredited college or university internship. Additional experience in substance use treatment setting. Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr Providence Health & Services