Home Based Crisis Interventionist Location: Newburgh, NY, United StatesDate Posted: Jan 9, 2025 Share: share to e-mail Apply Now Save JobSaved Description Location: Newburgh, 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 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 .EEO/AAE/M/F/D/V Share: mail Apply Now