Home Based Crisis Interventionist
Description
Location: Newburgh, NY and Rockland County, NY
Rate of Pay: $62,500 to $72,500 (depending on degree, bilingual and licensure)
Hours: M-F 11 am to 7 pm
Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Creole preferred
OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:
This position will work collaboratively with youth in Rockland and Orange Counties with an intellectual or developmental disability who are at risk of a separation from their families due to a potential hospitalization or other out of home placement.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
- Work collaboratively with families to create safety plans for youth in this program.
- Conduct assessments of youth and families strengths, needs, and behavioral concerns.
- Provide training and support to parents on how to keep their child safe at home.
- Driving to various locations including homes of families and other community locations for sessions and outreach to the community.
- Connect the family to local resources.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:
- Helps family apply for OPWDD or OMH services.
- Attends CSE meetings and other appointments with the family as appropriate.
QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:
- Strong organization skills with accurate attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to navigate electronic health record
- Able to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment
- Able to demonstrate flexibility in adjusting work plan for the day to best meet the needs of the families.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Masters in Human Services field preferred
- Bachelors degree in human services required
- Experience with youth with IDD and/or behavioral health diagnoses a plus
- Bi-lingual English/Spanish or English/Creole a plus
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
- Drivers license required
- Must be capable to move throughout work day and follow people served throughout community
- Must be able to move in tight spaces
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