- NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
- Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year
- 22 Days Off Each Year
- Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family
- Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
- Summer Hours Off (half day Friday's)
- Tuition Assistance
- Work Anniversary Trips
- Peace leave
- Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program's mission, values, and philosophies.
- Provide live crisis support for those at imminent risk of suicide, those in need of immediate resources; or those in need of emotional support.
- Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, or transportation services for parents, youth, and adults.
- Establish rapport with crisis hotline callers in a non-judgmental and calm voice.
- Assess risk through assessments including the "Ask Suicide-Screening Questionnaire."
- Contact first-responders if the caller is at imminent risk of suicide.
- Schedule appointments for intake and outpatient follow-up care.
- Provide transportation when needed.
- Administer groups and training for support staff.
- Completes all follow-up care and home visits within the required time limits.
- Reassess safety and provide referrals for behavioral health and other needed services.
- Performs other duties as requested.
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field from a CSWE accredited college or university.
- Previous experience in crisis response, substance abuse, juvenile justice, advocacy, mental health, or equivalent.
- An awareness or acceptance of the NASW Code of Ethics and is an effective and efficient communicator.
- Is committed to serving the underserved with dignity, compassion, and respect.
- Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
- Established relationships with stakeholders and other community partners.
- Leadership experience in community engagement, activism, or organizing.
- Administrative or supervisory experience.
- Valid Illinois State driver's license
- Reliable personal transportation
- Good driving record
- Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00/$300,000 bodily injury liability
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Crisis Intervention Specialist - Rockford, United States - National Youth Advocate Program
Description
Job DetailsLevel
Experienced
Job Location
Rockford, IL
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Job Shift
Second
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Career Opportunity
Crisis Intervention Specialist - Mobile Crisis Response
Location: Rockford, Illinois
Hours: Monday - Saturday 3pm-11pm (Wednesdays and Sundays Off)
Compensation: $45,000 - $48,000 annually
Position Summary
Under the Program Manager's direction, the Crisis Intervention Specialist will work alongside first responders to provide on-site crisis intervention, de-escalation, and stabilization services for adults and children experiencing or who are at risk for experiencing a behavioral health crisis. These intensive supportive services are time-limited, designed to prevent additional behavioral health crises and mitigate adverse health outcomes. Specialists are expected to work on-scene, conduct mental health assessments, engage in de-escalation, make appropriate referrals, and conduct follow-up services as needed.
Working At NYAP
The Crisis Intervention Specialist will perform duties including, but not limited to:
NYAP also requires all of our employees, regardless of your title/position, to hold and maintain automobile liability insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000. Please contact our HR department with questions, or
The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
Who We Are
National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.
If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it The possibilities are endless
We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.
