Crisis Intervention Specialist

Job Title

Respond to crisis in community within 24 hours. De-escalate crisis and stabilize child and family unit. This position provides assessment, treatment planning and comprehensive case management.

Responds on site to the 1-800 state triaged crisis call within one hour. Utilizes the DHS assessment tool for identification of risk. Provides crisis stabilization services geared toward preserving the community placement up to a maximum 72 hour period, if assessment indicates no immediate danger to self and/or others. Works with the screening center to support on site (community based) screening, when indicated.

Coordinates the inpatient admission, if indicated and according to established affiliation agreement. Links the child/family to community based services, when indicated and crisis stabilization is effected, according to established agreements. Develops the Individual Crisis plan for a period not to exceed eight weeks if further stabilization is indicated. Provides relevant feedback to the program coordinator re: provider network access and response to service authorization.

Documents all services according to established standards. Provides timely relevant/required data to the Project Director as directed. Documentation must be completed within one (1) calendar day of service delivery.

Master's Degree in a behavioral health or related human services field. Bachelor's Degree in a behavioral health or related human services field and have a minimum of one year related field work experience

Bachelor's Degree with three years' experience in working with children/families, and/or behavioral health. Master's Degree with one year experience with children/families and/or behavioral health.

Valid driver's license

Equipment Use:
Computer, copier, facsimile, and shredder. Driving record to pass check and ability to drive in day/night and reasonable weather conditions.

At Atlanti Care, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements. Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.