Crisis Intervention Specialist

Description

We are Hiring! 

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that care for all people. We serve all people seeking help in a safe, welcoming and comforting environment that feels like being home. We proudly employ people from all backgrounds and experiences. 

If you're looking for more than just a job, if you're passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of others, join a team that changes lives every day. Be a part of something truly special.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule:  35 hrs

Salary: $25.00-30.00/hour DOE and $1,500 Sign On Bonus

Top Benefits and Perks:

• 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 
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives 

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

About the Role:

The Crisis Intervention Specialist provides short-term, intensive, in-home crisis intervention services to youth at risk and their families. Program serves children/youths 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carries 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.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform other related duties as required.

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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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.  All duties must be performed in accordance with CCFCS’s corporate compliance & ethics program. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.

Join us and help make a positive impact on our community!

***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet