What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crisis Technician I - resolve Crisis Services position at UPMC?
Are you interested in building a rewarding career with a national leader in the treatment of mental health and addictive disorders? UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is looking for a passionate Part time Crisis Technician to join our team at resolve Crisis Services! resolve is a 24-hour, 365-day crisis service including a 24-hour hotline, mobile crisis team, walk in center and services for children’s and teens. For more information please visit: https://www.upmc.com/services/behavioral-health/resolve-crisis-services
Purpose:
Assist in consumer services. Maintain a warm, friendly and hospitable environment. Answer questions, obtain clinical information and documentation of all duties previously mentioned.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a member of the recovery team to provide direct care to individuals and families of the walk-in & structured residence based on CSSP principles, recovery and rehabilitation model of care.
- Provide supportive counseling to promote consumer stability by utilizing a person centered, strength based model of intervention.
- Participate as member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, working in conjunction with crisis care staff, program staff, and physicians and participate in the development and implementation of treatment plans.
- Provide assistance with ADLs, hygiene and laundry as needed.
- Manage crisis situations effectively using positive approaches.
- Meet standards for documentation and completes all required paperwork.
- Use motivational interviewing with Consumers in a crisis office/residential setting.
- Participate in interdisciplinary activities such as staff meetings.
- Maintain the therapeutic milieu, including safety.
Salary : $18 - $28
