Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc.
Mobile Youth Crisis Clinician
Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc., Dover, Delaware, United States, 19904
About Delaware Guidance Services
Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc. (DGS) is the largest outpatient behavioral health organization in Delaware, serving children and families across the state. DGS operates offices in Wilmington, Newark, Dover, Lewes, and Seaford and is the only statewide not‑for‑profit outpatient behavioral health organization accredited by JCAHO. DGS provides counseling, group therapy, parent‑child interaction therapy, school‑based services, and a 24‑hour statewide Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS) program that dispatches skilled crisis intervention clinicians to communities in need. Benefits
Competitive Compensation Incentive Pay for Specific Roles Generous Paid Time Off (starting at 44 days of paid leave a year) Up to 6% Annual Contribution to Your Retirement Fund Free Professional Development Opportunities Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Life and Long‑term Disability Insurance Position Highlights
Flexible / Hybrid work environment (community based) Generous benefits and time off policies Ability to work with children through a mission‑driven organization Sign‑on bonus for eligible positions (up to $5,000) Shift differential for eligible shifts starting after 11 am (up to $4,000 annually) Summary / Objective
Under the supervision of the Crisis Clinical Coordinator, the Crisis Clinician will provide rapid response screening, assessment, and counseling intervention services to youth and families experiencing urgent psychological and emotional problems. The incumbent is responsible for conducting risk assessments, collaborating with supervisors or DPBHS workers to determine the required level of care for safety, and delivering short‑term, therapeutic crisis intervention services for up to 30 days while documenting all cases from intake through discharge. Essential Functions
Risk Assessment
Maintain professional, trauma‑informed, and empathetic interactions during crisis interactions with families and all stakeholders. Use critical thinking and risk management skills when assessing and deciding on the least restrictive level of care. Understand and utilize knowledge about warning signs and risk factors associated with suicide risk and harm to others. Develop comprehensive skills in planning for safety and providing evaluations, diagnosis, and therapeutic crisis intervention services to children, adolescents, and their families. Case Management
Provide therapeutic recommendations and referrals for children, adolescents, and their families referred for assessments and follow‑up services. Communicate with and provide appropriate documentation to the DPBHS team. Maintain a systems‑based approach to stabilize crisis situations. Maintain complete, accurate, and timely documentation. Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
Plan and administer solution‑focused and trauma‑informed interventions to maintain safety, build skills, and address problem solving, communication, and relationship conflicts. General Responsibilities
Uphold professional standards of treatment and the mission of the organization. Maintain a quality code of conduct, ethics, and professionalism. Provide goal‑directed and team‑oriented services. Communicate effectively and professionally with all stakeholders. Participate in Clinician On‑Call rotation (after‑hours 11 p.m.‑7 a.m., 2‑3 days a month). Competencies / Capabilities
Reliability & Flexibility Customer Service Written and Verbal Communication Collaboration and Teamwork Assessment and Intervention Skills Supervisory Responsibilities
None Work Environment
Community-Based; office location in Lewes, Dover, or Newark, DE Travel Required
Travel to client residences or locations as needed. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field from an accredited school. Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a Human Services field. Education/Training in suicide risk prevention and intervention. EEO Statement
Delaware Guidance Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Other Duties
Job duties may change at any time with or without notice. Available Shifts
New Castle County – 4 p.m. – 12 p.m. (Mon‑Fri) Kent County – 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. (Mon‑Fri), 4 p.m. – 12 a.m. (Mon‑Fri, 10‑month) Sussex County – 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. (Mon‑Fri), 4 p.m. – 12 a.m. (Mon‑Fri)
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Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc. (DGS) is the largest outpatient behavioral health organization in Delaware, serving children and families across the state. DGS operates offices in Wilmington, Newark, Dover, Lewes, and Seaford and is the only statewide not‑for‑profit outpatient behavioral health organization accredited by JCAHO. DGS provides counseling, group therapy, parent‑child interaction therapy, school‑based services, and a 24‑hour statewide Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS) program that dispatches skilled crisis intervention clinicians to communities in need. Benefits
Competitive Compensation Incentive Pay for Specific Roles Generous Paid Time Off (starting at 44 days of paid leave a year) Up to 6% Annual Contribution to Your Retirement Fund Free Professional Development Opportunities Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Life and Long‑term Disability Insurance Position Highlights
Flexible / Hybrid work environment (community based) Generous benefits and time off policies Ability to work with children through a mission‑driven organization Sign‑on bonus for eligible positions (up to $5,000) Shift differential for eligible shifts starting after 11 am (up to $4,000 annually) Summary / Objective
Under the supervision of the Crisis Clinical Coordinator, the Crisis Clinician will provide rapid response screening, assessment, and counseling intervention services to youth and families experiencing urgent psychological and emotional problems. The incumbent is responsible for conducting risk assessments, collaborating with supervisors or DPBHS workers to determine the required level of care for safety, and delivering short‑term, therapeutic crisis intervention services for up to 30 days while documenting all cases from intake through discharge. Essential Functions
Risk Assessment
Maintain professional, trauma‑informed, and empathetic interactions during crisis interactions with families and all stakeholders. Use critical thinking and risk management skills when assessing and deciding on the least restrictive level of care. Understand and utilize knowledge about warning signs and risk factors associated with suicide risk and harm to others. Develop comprehensive skills in planning for safety and providing evaluations, diagnosis, and therapeutic crisis intervention services to children, adolescents, and their families. Case Management
Provide therapeutic recommendations and referrals for children, adolescents, and their families referred for assessments and follow‑up services. Communicate with and provide appropriate documentation to the DPBHS team. Maintain a systems‑based approach to stabilize crisis situations. Maintain complete, accurate, and timely documentation. Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
Plan and administer solution‑focused and trauma‑informed interventions to maintain safety, build skills, and address problem solving, communication, and relationship conflicts. General Responsibilities
Uphold professional standards of treatment and the mission of the organization. Maintain a quality code of conduct, ethics, and professionalism. Provide goal‑directed and team‑oriented services. Communicate effectively and professionally with all stakeholders. Participate in Clinician On‑Call rotation (after‑hours 11 p.m.‑7 a.m., 2‑3 days a month). Competencies / Capabilities
Reliability & Flexibility Customer Service Written and Verbal Communication Collaboration and Teamwork Assessment and Intervention Skills Supervisory Responsibilities
None Work Environment
Community-Based; office location in Lewes, Dover, or Newark, DE Travel Required
Travel to client residences or locations as needed. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field from an accredited school. Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a Human Services field. Education/Training in suicide risk prevention and intervention. EEO Statement
Delaware Guidance Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Other Duties
Job duties may change at any time with or without notice. Available Shifts
New Castle County – 4 p.m. – 12 p.m. (Mon‑Fri) Kent County – 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. (Mon‑Fri), 4 p.m. – 12 a.m. (Mon‑Fri, 10‑month) Sussex County – 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. (Mon‑Fri), 4 p.m. – 12 a.m. (Mon‑Fri)
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