Interventionist - Jefferson County

Job description

Description Starting pay dependent on licensure. Summary/Objective: To help maintain the child/youth in the home, school, and community, the Home Based Crisis Intervention (HBCI) team delivers intensive crisis intervention to children and families within Jefferson County. The HBCI Program aims to serve children/youth ages 5 to 20 years at imminent risk of psychiatric hospitalization or admission to a group treatment program, or at risk for a rapid readmit to such settings. Under the supervision of the HBCI Clinical Supervisor, the HBCI Interventionist responds to referrals and provides treatment to address the clinical and complex needs of the child/youth and their family/caregivers. In addition to providing direct crisis intervention and stabilization, the Interventionist provides case management services linking the family with additional short and long-term available services. Essential Functions: The major responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following: - Respond to each referral within 48-hours. - Meet with each youth and family/guardian to discuss program options, service provision, and alternative service options. - Conduct all admission paper...