HBC INTERVENTIONIST - HOME BASED CRISIS

OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:

This position will work collaboratively with youth in Dutchess County with an intellectual or developmental disability who are at risk of a separation from their families due to a potential hospitalization or other out of home placement.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

• Work collaboratively with families to create safety plans for youth in this program.
• Conduct assessments of youth and families strengths, needs, and behavioral concerns.
• Provide training and support to parents on how to keep their child safe at home.
• Driving to various locations including homes of families and other community locations for sessions and outreach to the community.
• Connect the family to local resources.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:

• Helps family apply for OPWDD or OMH services.
• Attends CSE meetings and other appointments with the family as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong organization skills with accurate attention to detail

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to navigate electronic health record
• Able to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to demonstrate flexibility in adjusting work plan for the day to best meet the needs of the families.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Masters in Human Services field preferred
• Bachelors degree required
• Experience with youth with IDD and/or behavioral health diagnoses a plus
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish or English/Creole a plus

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Drivers license required
• Must be capable to move throughout work day and follow people served throughout community
• Must be able to move in tight spaces