Crisis Intervention Specialist

About the role

The Crisis Intervention Specialist provides short-term, intensive, in-home crisis intervention services to youth at risk and their families. The program serves children/youth who are at imminent risk of out-of-home placement or hospitalization with a goal of improving safety, stability and well-being of the child/youth within their own home and community.

Responsibilities

• Carrs a low caseload of up to 3 families for approximately 4-6 weeks for crisis services.
• Cases require multiple visits weekly, and crisis intervention, in the client’s home environment.
• Conducts screening, assessment, and planning for youth/family in accordance with program standards.
• Collaborates with youth/family support in creating an individualized safety plan to ensure the safety of the physical environment.
• Collaborates with youth/ family to develop an evidenced-based, individualized treatment plan.
• Provides de-escalation and crisis support for youth and families.
• Collaborates with community agencies, coordinating services as needed to facilitate crisis management, family rehabilitation, reunification and child permanency.
• Provides outreach, family support and education, and referral linkage to a variety of community resources.
• Maintains timely record keeping, and case documentation in the electronic health record in accordance with program standards.
• Provides reporting and statistical information as required.
• Participates in weekly individual and group supervision.
• Participates in staff meetings and agency-wide events as scheduled.
• Attends and completes necessary training to ensure high quality, evidence-based service delivery.
• Provides on call services for Home Based Crisis Intervention program on a rotational basis.
• Accommodates a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the child/family served.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Compliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Masters Degree Preferred. Bachelors Degree Required.
• Credentials: Licensed NY State Qualified Health Professional (QHP) Preferred, such as LMSW or LMHC.
• Clean and valid NY State Driver License and access to the reliable vehicle.
• Experience: At least one year of relevant experience in community-based mental health or case management. Relevant combination of education and experience will be considered.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and trauma-informed care.
• Proficiency in computer software, including electronic health records.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan.
• Generous time off package and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for growth and development.

Pay

$25.00-30.00 an hour

Schedule

35 hrs