Behavioral Health Clinician/Consultant

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

This role provides direct crisis intervention services for children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric populations in the Emergency Department and in hospital units. Completed psychiatric assessments and formulates dispositions with physicians, healthcare professionals, families, hospitals and community professionals. Applies knowledge of diagnostic criteria to evaluate and recommend appropriate level of care for behavioral health patients. Responsible for obtaining authorizations for inpatient services. Provides behavioral health education as needed.

Education & Training: Master’s Degree in Human Services (i.e. Social Work, Professional Counseling) required. Currently licensed as a LGPC or LMSW in the state of Maryland required.   LCPC or LCSW-C preferred

Work Orientation & Experience: Previous psychiatric clinical experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities:  Ability to:  a) utilize critical decision-making under pressure; b) apply crisis intervention knowledge; b) accurately assess and advocate on behalf of patients; c) diffuse potentially violent situations; d) prioritize assignments; e) effectively communicate with healthcare providers within the health system and in the community.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

 Compensation

• Pay Range: $33.36-$44.616
• Other Compensation (if applicable): n/a
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide