HBC INTERVENTIONIST - HOME BASED CRISIS

Location: Dutchess County, NY
Salary: $68,500 to $78,500 (depending on degree level and license)

OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:
This position will work collaboratively with youth in Dutchess County 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 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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