HBCI Interventionists work with families when they are in crisis and begin safety planning with the family within 48 hours of the referral. Each family will collaborate in creating and receive a written copy of the safety plan outlining triggers, warning signs, supports and steps to ensure the safety of the physical environment.
Caseload consists of up to 3 families for 4-6 weeks for crisis services.
Primary Job Functions
- Reviews/triages all referrals immediately, discussing with HBCI team and conferring with PNP as needed.
- Responds within 48 hours of referral to youth, caregiver /family and referral source to assess the individual’s needs.
- Administers assessments and planning for youth and family supports.
- Oversees all treatment to caregivers/families and youth to address the clinical needs of the child and the complex needs of the family when staff are not available.
- Directs and leads planning for crisis intervention and stabilization with the child/youth and caregivers/family and case management services such as referrals to other services and ensuring the structural home environment is safe.
- Ensures individualized treatment interventions based on identified clinical and family system needs will be implemented.
- Treatment plans will be evidence- based; use of motivational interviewing, behavioral parent education, and trauma informed CBT strategies.
- Works with team: interventionist, PNP, and support staff to ensure implementation of crisis plan and after care plan is scheduled and agreed upon.
- Utilizes vast array of referral sources, linking families and youth to services available to them including CHHUNY, Parent Education, Outpatient Counseling Services, and school based services.
- Provides and ensures all staff have access to training necessary to deliver the highest quality services available.
- Responsible for compliance with regulatory agencies and standards set by Glove House for auditing, documentation and provision of services.
- Submits monthly reports of activity to SPOA, OMH and Executive Leadership at Glove House.
