Brooklyn Community Services

1921 Cortelyou is a 46 unit supportive housing program located in Flatbush Brooklyn.. The crisis intervention specialist will respond to situations where stress, depression, or any other mental health issue may create a personal crisis including but not limited to the following: suicidal thoughts, emotional trauma, serious mental illness, anxiety, housing crisis.models the best practices of hospitality and positive culture and work enthusiastically as part of a team.. Master's in counseling, psychology, public administration or mental health required, MSW/LMSW preferred. Experience working with individuals with mental illness and substance abuse, preferably with homeless adults and at-risk populations.. BCS and Turning Point require that all employees entering the workplace be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless an exemption is granted as a medical or religious accommodation

crisis intervention specialist

Position: Crisis Intervention Specialist Location: Cortelyou Rd Supportive Housing Program/Health Housing & Homelessness Solutions Hours: Full Time - 35 hours per week - Ability to work until 8 pm, twice a week and rotating weekends Salary range: $55,000-60,000 Reports to: Assistant Program Director Position Summary: Founded in 1866, Brooklyn Community Services (BCS) empowers children and families to reach their full potential, strengthen families, and foster self-sufficiency in adults. With programs in 40 locations, BCS serves more than 20,000 individuals a year. 1921 Cortelyou is a 46 unit supportive housing program located in Flatbush Brooklyn. The Program specifically services young adults 18-25 years old with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness and have a chronic history of being unhoused. Most of the young adults living at 1921 Cortelyou are members of the LGBTQ+ community. The Program offers a safe and affirming living environment and supportive services to help our young adults to move towards long term stability. This Program is under the NY/NY 15 population C agreement and funding is being provided through the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Position Summary: The crisis intervention specialist will respond to situations where stress, depression, or any other mental health issue may create a personal crisis including but not limited to the following: suicidal thoughts, emotional trauma, serious mental illness, anxiety, housing crisis .models the best practices of hospitality and positive culture and work enthusiastically as part of a team. Responsibilities: * Conduct routine behavioral risk assessments and safety plans * De-escalate high risk behaviors that may be creating an unsafe environment for a client or others around them. * Provide guidance to clients in dealing with housing-related issues * Recommend appropriate Person-Centered interventions strategies. * Provide routine follow-up. * Provide supportive counseling and motivational interviewing on a short term basis * Provide crisis management support as necessary. * Facilitate one-on-one sessions and groups. * Participate in clinical team meetings * Make referrals for clients and linkages * Complete psychosocial assessments for 2010e applications. * Create Wellness Self-Management Services Plans * Serve as an advocate and liaison for person in crisis * Complete documentation in a timely manner in Apricot database * Emergency On-call rotation with Program Director and Assistant Program * Follow-up on hospital admissions and discharges * Attend staff meetings and trainings as required by Assistant Program Director * Other tasks, as may be required Qualifications Required: * Master's in counseling, psychology, public administration or mental health required, MSW/LMSW preferred * Experience working with individuals with mental illness and substance abuse, preferably with homeless adults and at-risk populations. Experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community strongly preferred * Strong communication and organizational skills; great attention to detail * Proven ability to work with a range of people from diverse backgrounds and circumstances * Maintain client and staff confidentiality * Comfortable providing services in BCS office and tenant’s apartments * Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, etc.) * Ability to work until 8 pm, twice a week and rotating weekends * Previous work experience in a social service agency or non-profit organization * Interest in working with underserved populations. * Familiarity with electronic data records systems * Bilingual in Spanish preferred * BCS and Turning Point require that all employees entering the workplace be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless an exemption is granted as a medical or religious accommodation BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Members of the LGBTQIA+ community are* strongly encouraged to apply.* Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

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