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The Ion Center For Violence Prevention

Crisis Intervention Specialist-Residential (3rd Shift)

The Ion Center For Violence Prevention, Maysville, Kentucky, United States, 41056

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The Ion Center For Violence Prevention . The Ion Center for Violence Prevention is a non-profit agency serving 13 Kentucky counties with a mission: providing the best care for people impacted by power-based personal violence and reducing harm. All services to victim-survivors are free and confidential. The Ion Center is looking for compassionate individuals to support and serve victim-survivors residing in our Buffalo Trace shelter, ensuring we provide the best care and most welcoming environment. Residential Crisis Intervention Specialists participate in case management, lead group sessions, maintain facility cleanliness, answer hotline calls, perform data entry, and address other needs as they arise. If you want to help make our community safer, enjoy direct service work, and are excited to make a difference, this is the role for you. The Residential Crisis Intervention Specialist (3rd Shift) works 4 days each week from either

9pm-7am

or

10pm-8am , depending on agency needs. Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Site and Program Management, provides a full range of crisis intervention and case management services to primary and secondary survivors of crime, with a special focus on victims of partner violence, sexual violence, and stalking, helping victims work toward safety and self-sufficiency. Responsibilities

Intake and Assessment Maintain client confidentiality Field crisis hotline calls, texts, and chat Assess and identify client needs Provide and connect clients with community resources Assist clients with completing agency paperwork Aide clients in developing safety plans Counseling and Case Management Provide trauma-informed individual, family, and/or group counseling Educate survivors on topics relevant to partner violence, sexual violence, and stalking Identify client goals related to benefits, childcare, education, budget, and housing Transport clients to meet goals Advocacy Support clients navigating the legal system, including accompanying clients to court, educating on the legal system, and assisting with filing protection orders Support Ion Center in providing essential services to victims (hospital advocacy on call, hotline, and emergency shelter) Collaborate with community partners, law enforcement, medical staff, and social service agencies Assist clients with crime victim compensation Communication, Teamwork, and Administration Maintain client files and documentation Attend related meetings and trainings Report statistics for funders Accept and disseminate donations Contribute to a clean, healthy, and trauma-informed work environment Collaborate as a team across agency sites Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover all duties; duties may change at any time with or without notice Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, etc.)

Knowledge and skills typically gained through a degree from an accredited college/university; or high school diploma or equivalent with 1–2 years related experience Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care Ability to work under highly stressful, crisis-oriented situations Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality Outstanding empathetic and listening skills Professional oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills Complete trainings for funding requirements and knowledge building Must be a minimum age of 18 Mental/Physical Activities

Speaking, seeing, hearing, standing, writing, walking; climbing stairs; carry, pull, lift, stoop, kneel Use related office equipment (keyboard, monitor, camera, copier, fax, phones, etc.) This position may involve exposure to infectious diseases and stressful situations The Ion Center offers generous time-off, medical benefits (including FSA/HSA), dental and vision benefits, 403(b), employee assistance program, discounted pet insurance, paid parental leave, free lunch, and more. This is an hourly position with pay starting at $20.00/hour. It is the policy of The Ion Center for Violence Prevention to provide Equal Employment Opportunity and growth opportunities to all applicants and employees in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and executive orders. State law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment for all positions. This organization participates in E-Verify. Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Non-profit Organization Management Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Ion Center For Violence Prevention by 2x. Get notified about new Interventionist jobs in Maysville, KY.

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