Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc.
Mobile Youth Crisis Clinician
Delaware Guidance Services for Children and Youth, Inc., Newark, Delaware, United States, 19711
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Crisis Clinical Coordinator, the Crisis Clinician will provide rapid response screening and assessment and counseling intervention services to youth and families experiencing urgent psychological and emotional problems (e.g., aggressive and defiant behavior, suicidal/homicidal ideation, family conflicts) while maintaining safety and implementing therapeutic treatment plans in a community-based setting. The incumbent is responsible for conducting risk assessments, consulting with appropriate supervisors or DPBHS workers to determine the level of care needed, and delivering short‑term, therapeutic crisis intervention services for up to 30 days. The incumbent also completes therapeutic documentation 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 making decisions about the least restrictive level of care
Understand and utilize knowledge about warning signs and risk factors associated with suicide risk and risk of 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 recommendation 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
Communicate with appropriate stakeholders to maintain a systems‑based approach to stabilization of 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
Rotation of on‑call telehealth for after hours 11p‑7a 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 locations where the client resides or is located
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited school in a Human Services field
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited school in a Human Services field
Education/Training in suicide risk prevention and intervention
Equal Opportunity Employment Delaware Guidance Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Available Shifts
New Castle County – 4p‑12p (m‑f)
Kent County – 12p‑8p (m‑f), 4p‑12a (m‑f, 10 month)
Sussex County – 12p‑8p (m‑f), 4p‑12a (m‑f)
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 11am (up to $4,000 annually)
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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 making decisions about the least restrictive level of care
Understand and utilize knowledge about warning signs and risk factors associated with suicide risk and risk of 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 recommendation 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
Communicate with appropriate stakeholders to maintain a systems‑based approach to stabilization of 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
Rotation of on‑call telehealth for after hours 11p‑7a 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 locations where the client resides or is located
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited school in a Human Services field
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited school in a Human Services field
Education/Training in suicide risk prevention and intervention
Equal Opportunity Employment Delaware Guidance Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Available Shifts
New Castle County – 4p‑12p (m‑f)
Kent County – 12p‑8p (m‑f), 4p‑12a (m‑f, 10 month)
Sussex County – 12p‑8p (m‑f), 4p‑12a (m‑f)
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 11am (up to $4,000 annually)
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