Crisis Clinician – Telehealth, Emergency Services, Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health

. Provide behavioral health crisis consultation services and related service delivery for youth, adults, and geriatric populations in a hospital-based setting .

Posted 9/21/2026part-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $33 - $46 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing behavioral health crisis consultation and treatment interventions for diverse populations, including youth, adults, and geriatrics. Proficient in crisis management, assessment, and maintaining collaborative relationships within a hospital setting.

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LICSWLCSWLMFTLMHCLicensed Psychologist

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Hard Skills

Crisis CounselingBehavioral Health AssessmentTriageDe-Escalation StrategiesEmergency Psychiatric Services

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

TelehealthElectronic Documentation

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Level ClinicianPsychiatric Nurse (RN)

Industry Keywords

Crisis Consultation ServicesHospital-Based SettingRegulatory ComplianceEmergency Department PerformanceProductivity Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide behavioral health crisis consultation services and related service delivery for youth, adults, and geriatric populations in a hospital-based setting
Provide assessment, treatment interventions, and crisis counseling
Manage the acute phase of behavioral health crises; assess, triage, and refer clients to appropriate services
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with hospital staff and other providers
Use supervision effectively, share pertinent information, accept feedback, and seek guidance for difficult cases
Maintain current knowledge of resources, policies, procedures, regulatory and compliance requirements
Answer telephone calls and provide timely assessments and next-step support
Abide by emergency department performance specifications
Meet productivity standards
Maintain a professional demeanor and perform other related duties as assigned
Conduct the position remotely via telehealth, with evaluations performed in-person or via telehealth at the assigned hospital

Requirements

What you’ll need

LICSW, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, Licensed Psychologist, master's Level clinician, or psychiatric nurse (RN), required
Experience and training in emergency psychiatric services working with adults, youth and their families, including training in de-escalation strategies and emergency services system of care, preferred
Effective communication and organizational skills, required
Proficient computer skills and ability to complete documentation electronically, required
Must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Influenza vaccination required as a condition of employment
Potential additional pay through shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, and overtime pay, as applicable