Crisis Intervention Specialist, Yates

Job Description

Job Description

Description : We are Hiring!

Job Posting : Crisis Intervention Specialist

Location : Yates County - Penn Yan Area

Employment Type : Full-Time 35 hrs a week

Salary : $22.00-27.00 / hour depending on years of experience / education level. With $3,500 Sign On Bonus

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.If you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!

About the Role :

The Interventionalist provides intensive, in-home crisis intervention services to youth at risk and their families.

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.
• Attends and completes necessary training to ensure high quality, evidenced based service delivery.
• Provides on call services for Home Based Crisis Intervention program on a rotational basis.

Requirements : Qualifications :

Relevant combination of education and experience will be considered

Preferred Skills :

Top Benefits and Perks :

Why work for Catholic Charities?

How to Apply :

Interested candidates are invited to apply on the Catholic Charities of Steuben / Livingston website at www.ccsteubenlivingston.org / join -our-team /

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