Crisis Worker

Horizon House Careers • Allentown, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking qualified candidates for the position of Crisis Worker. The position has responsibility for providing support in a residential setting to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis who do not pose an immediate risk to their own or the safety of others. Assists individuals with learning to live and function as independently as possible in the community. The Crisis Worker facilitates the coordination and arrangement of specialized services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency and 3 years of mental health direct care experience or any combination of experience, education, or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill, and ability required.
• Knowledge of mental health systems and supports
• Knowledgeable of privacy of information regulations and guidelines pertaining to their access, use, and disclosure requirements.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Other experience or education may be required by the credentialing body where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Accept assigned participant(s) at time of admission, complete documentation, and orient participant to facility routines
• Become familiar with relevant personal, familial, social, vocational, and cultural data and observe and respond to significant changes in participant mental and physical health.
• Monitor and support participants, focusing on each person's personal and treatment goals. Counsel participants to help them effectively deal with problems, values, responsibilities, and relationships, and assist with personal futures planning.
• Assist with accurately accounting for house petty cash expenditures.
• Communicate as needed with other members of the rehabilitation and treatment team, including program staff, case managers, consultants, medical professionals, and family members, to provide continuous support; participate in planning and linking conferences as necessary.
• Report needed repairs and follow up on safety concerns with supervisor, and participate in the routine facility cleaning and maintenance as assigned.
• Assist participants with ADL Skills, chores, personal finances, cooking, etc.

Benefits

• medical and dental coverage
• nine paid holidays
• generous paid time off
• a retirement savings plan
• a tax-sheltered annuity
• tuition reimbursement
• opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED