Contract Crisis Prevention Specialist

St. Jude's Ranch For Children • Clark, NV

99d • $25

About The Position

We are hiring multiple contractors to provide Crisis Stabilization with children and youth in Specialized Foster Care. This is a contract position, reimbursed at $25.00/session hour. The role involves creating and implementing structured treatment plans focused on preventing and stabilizing crisis for clients ages 5 years through 18 years. Responsibilities include documentation of treatment planning, treatment progress notes, and 90-day treatment plan updates to evaluate effectiveness of treatment, while maintaining adherence to Medicaid Chapter 4000 regulations regarding Crisis Stabilization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a human, social services, or behavioral field with additional understanding of mental health treatment services and case file documentation requirements.
• Valid Nevada State Driver's License, good driving record, ability to provide own transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance.
• CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Complete annual continuing education as required by Department of Family Services and Medicaid to maintain approved provider status.
• Age minimum of 21 years.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or human services.
• Enrolled in Graduate program for social work, psychology, or sociology.
• 3+ Years administering crisis stabilization and behavior modification interventions to clients/patients.

Responsibilities

• Document treatment progress note for each session completed that meet medical necessity requirements.
• Create individualized treatment plans for each assigned client with measurable goals and objectives.
• Document 90-day treatment plan updates to evaluate treatment and effectiveness.
• Establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with treatment team, community agencies, government officials, and clientele.
• Participate in monthly clinical supervision with Clinical Director or designee.
• Ensure compliance with service contract requirements and with Medicaid Service Manual Chapter 4000.
• Implement crisis stabilization and behavior modification interventions with assigned clients to address impaired behavioral functioning and prevent crisis.
• Observe, document, and consult with supervisor regularly regarding client's signs, symptoms, and treatment progress.
• Collaborate with each client's treatment team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Display positive role modeling and leadership for clients.
• Establish and maintain consistent attendance at scheduled treatment sessions and meetings.
• Interact with all clients in a respectful manner without bias.

Benefits

• Competitive Rates

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees