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Amergis Crisis Unit Clinician | Licensed or Masters Level | Lowell, MA in Lowell, Massachusetts
Full-Time Community Crisis Stabilization (CSS) Clinician
Master’s Level (Unlicensed) Opportunity!
Lowell, MA
Contract Position | 13 Weeks to Start
Amergis Healthcare Staffing is proud to partner with a respected behavioral health provider in the Lowell, MA area that is seeking a full-time, Master’s-level Unlicensed Social Worker or Counselor to join their Community Crisis Stabilization (CSS) team. This is a rewarding opportunity for a clinician passionate about crisis intervention and community-based behavioral health services.
Position Overview
As a Community Crisis Stabilization (CSS) Clinician , you will provide comprehensive emergency mental health and substance use disorder services to individuals and families experiencing acute crises. Services are delivered primarily at the Community Behavioral Health Center (CBHC) site , with some community-based interventions as needed. You will play a key role in timely crisis response, trauma-informed care, and coordination of services to ensure appropriate level of care and continuity.
Schedule
Day Shift Preferred: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hours: 40 hours per week
Start Date: Two weeks from offer
Length: 13 weeks to start (potential for extension)
Key Responsibilities
Respond timely to requests for crisis assessment and intervention
Provide on-site crisis evaluations at the CBHC
Deliver short-term crisis counseling and follow-up services
Conduct crisis case management and care coordination
Collaborate with CBHC programs to ensure continuity of care and appropriate placement
Maintain documented linkages with community-based services and resources
Provide clients and families with service recommendations and support accessing care
Promote a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and safe environment
Travel within the community as needed ( mileage reimbursed ; coverage within 15 miles of Lowell )
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field (required)
Unlicensed clinicians eligible to practice at the Master’s level
Experience in crisis intervention, emergency mental health, or community-based services preferred
Strong assessment, clinical judgment, and care coordination skills
Ability to work independently in high-acuity situations
If you’re passionate about community-based crisis work and making a real-time impact, we’d love to connect with you!
Contact
Steph Kolanko
Amergis Staffing | Healthcare Services
Call or Text: 781-400-8297
Email: stkolank@amergis.com
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Allied
Job Function: Allied | Unlicensed SW / Counselor | Unlicensed SW / Counselor
Job Type: Contract - Full Time
Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0363
Contract Duration: 13
Pay Rate: $1920 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-04-16T14:46:49