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