Adult Specialty Crisis Responder -2nd Shift - Part-time

Job Description:

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, 3-11 pm

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• •Provide crisis intervention to SCS clients in rural and Louisville Metro locations. Clients may be both adults and youth.
• •Assess the situation, engage and develop rapport, and de-escalate.
• •De-escalate person in crisis and determine what you can do to help them today; this may occur in person in the community, at the individual's residence, etc.
• •In consultation with appropriate SCS staff/therapist, assist in development of a plan in consultation with appropriate SCS staff / therapist utilizing the strengths of the individual and available community resources to resolve the immediate crisis.
• •Provides advocacy services on behalf of clients.
• •Facilitate follow-up interventions with the individual as needed.
• •Complete and coordinate accurate, timely, and thorough documentation of all interventions transacted during the work shift.
• •Perform other duties as assigned, including responding to emergency coverage needs.
• •Attend and participate in staff and team meetings.
• •Utilize person centered and trauma informed approach to each interaction.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• •Minimum of four years’ experience in human services with a high school diploma or equivalent (and) active peer certification at time of hire, or
• •Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Human Services, or related field of study with no experience.
• •Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• •Knowledge of available community resources.
• •Ability to make sound decisions and judgments in stressful or unusual situations.
• •The ability to work in a team environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• •Position requires lifting of 20 pounds maximum, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of items weighing up to 10 pounds or requires significant periods of walking or standing.
• •Exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients or families.
• •Normal tasks may involve exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue.
• •May involve 24-hour on-call responsibilities.
• •Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• •Have and maintain a valid driver’s license with no more than 6 points.

Time Type:

Part time