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Kinsley Power Systems

Behavioral Support Intervention Specialist

Kinsley Power Systems, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Behavioral Support Intervention Specialist

Location

Brooklyn,NY (57 Willoughby St)

Job Code

4634SN

# of openings

1

JCCA

is seeking a

Behavioral Support Crisis Intervention Specialist

to work with all unaccompanied minors in the

Long Term Foster Care program , helping them achieve their behavioral goals and address challenges. The Specialist will work with the case management and clinical teams to develop a behavior plan that addresses individualized behavioral strengths and challenges pertaining to the specific youth.

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain youth’s behavioral plan, in collaboration with the youth, case manager, clinician, and foster parent

Monitors safety and well-being by conducting regular casework contacts and providing the necessary services to meet the needs of the children and families.

Assist program staff in providing stabilization and a holistic service approach to the UC youth

Provide social and behavioral skills support to UC

Create workshops to address social and behavioral needs and skills for the youth

Conduct visits to foster homes and schools

Crisis intervention as needed

Actively participate in case staffing, team meetings, and group supervision with other UC team members

Implement evidence-based models with foster parents, parents, discharge resources and youth

Writes and uploads progress notes into the Electronic Health Record and into the UC Portal

Document Child Level Events, when applicable

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work or related field required

Experience supporting children and families in clinical and community-based settings

Expertise in trauma-informed care, crisis response, and emotional regulation techniques

Adept at delivering culturally competent, family-centered services during times of acute need

Strong knowledge of child development, mental health challenges, and family systems

Oral and written fluency in Spanish required

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