Crisis Intervention Specialist

Req Number: DIR-26-00058 Location: CFS - Mercer Mobile Response (Hamilton, NJ) Job Category: Direct Care – Professionals / Paraprofessionals Full‑time Position Number of Openings: 1 Job Summary Provide crisis de‑escalation to children and families in the community and short‑term intensive case management for up to 8 weeks following an initial crisis. Essential Functions Deliver crisis response services according to the schedule prepared by the supervisor, up to 72 hours as specified. Provide clinical interventions to children and families in crisis following the Child Behavioral Health Services Model and Protocols. Comply with reporting requirements within time constraints. Achieve certification in utilizing the Crisis Assessment Tool (CAT) and Individual Crisis Plan (ICP). Complete an initial assessment of the client’s needs and develop an ICP. Provide accurate and timely documentation of treatment to assigned clients and families to assure a quality record. Successfully engage and relate effectively with clients, families, community representatives, outside agencies and referral sources. Provide backup to Family Intervention Specialist and Family Support Workers when needed. Report directly to and be supervised by Program Coordinator or Program Supervisor. Seek and use supervision in a professional fashion. Carry out job responsibilities in keeping with contractual requirements. Learn and use the Absolute and Anasazi Software programs used by the State system. Strive to implement the best practices currently in the field. Comply with Council on Accreditation Standards of Catholic Charities. Attend staff meetings; work cooperatively with staff; participate in team assignments and serve on professional committees as required. Provide additional services as assigned by supervisor. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in human behavioral science (social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, child development). Strong commitment to families and children. At least one year of experience (three years preferred) providing crisis treatment services to children/teens/families. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus. Licenses / Certifications Needed Valid driver’s license. Non‑exempt position, 40 weekly work hours, salary $52,000 annually, varied schedule. Position is currently accepting applications. Catholic Charities is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr