Crisis Stabilization Social Worker (LSW)

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM • Columbus, OH

2d • 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 for adolescents, youth, and children who are displaced while awaiting temporary or permanent home placements. The Crisis Stabilization Social Worker works with high-needs youth, focusing on stabilization 24/7/365. Based at the Franklin County Children's Services offices in Columbus, Ohio, the role operates under the general supervision of the NYAP Clinical Supervisor or designee and contributes to an eight-member team providing services and oversight to displaced youth. The position provides advocacy and support toward the goal of helping youth live safely and successfully in the community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
• Valid Ohio professional license as an LSW or LPC.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones, tablets, printers, fax machines, and photocopiers, as well as word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, and a good driving record.
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of direct-service work experience with youth and families in crisis.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety assessments, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required.
• Provide individual mental health services and other evidence-based clinical services as required.
• Assist with family reunification and stabilization efforts involving the youth’s primary family or another care provider.

Benefits

• 22 days of paid time off and 11 paid holidays.
• Half-day Fridays during the summer.
• Comprehensive healthcare packages for employees and their families.
• Paid parental leave.
• Ongoing training and education, CEUs, and supervision hours.
• Student loan repayment program.
• 401(k) matching.
• Phone allowance.
• Weekend shift differential.
• Holiday and overtime pay eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level