Crisis Intervention Specialist

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM•Columbus, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) is partnering with Franklin County Children's Services to provide mental and behavioral health care and crisis stabilization to adolescents, youth, and children who are displaced awaiting temporary or permanent home placements. In this role, the NYAP Crisis Intervention Specialist will work with high-needs youth with the focus of stabilization 24/7/365. Based at the Columbus, OH FCCS offices and under the general supervision of the NYAP Clinical Supervisor or designee, you will be an integral contributor of an 8-member team providing services and oversight to displaced youth, providing on-site crisis intervention, de-escalation, and stabilization services for children who are experiencing or who are at risk for experiencing a behavioral health crisis. This position is a direct, hands-on opportunity with great flexibility.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
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.
Valid driver’s license
Reliable personal transportation
Good driving record
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Nice To Haves

2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families in crisis is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide live crisis support for those at imminent risk or those in need of emotional support.
Reassess safety and provide referrals for behavioral health and other needed services.
Performs other duties as requested.