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.
Services are provided in the family home and community at times convenient for the family. Interventionists are available 24hours/day 7 days/week including weekends and evenings. Flexibility in providing a range of services is necessary to address specific and changing needs such as helping families with basic needs such as food, shelter, clothing, transportation and shelter.
Critical features of this job are described under headings below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
HBCI staff: Interventionists, Family Peer Advocates; Family Educators; Skill Builders; Program Support Staff
Supervised by Director, OMH Services
Primary Job Functions
- Reviews/triages all referrals immediately, leading discussion 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 and oversees all 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.
| Education, Licenses and Certifications | LMHC or equivalent Required
Must have a valid driver’s license and driving record in accordance with agency standards.
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| Experience | · 5+ years direct Human Services including Supervisory experience Crisis management, person-centered services and community based care experience required.
· Proficiency in use of databases, learning platforms, electronic health records.
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