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Home Based Crisis Interventionist

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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 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

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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