The Crisis Intervention Specialist is responsible for the interactions and activities performed over the telephone or in person with clients in crisis to stabilize emotions, clarify issues and to provide support and assistance to help explore options for resolution of the individual self defines crisis and needs. Shift- 2pm-10pm

Sunday-Thursday Responsibilities :

Provides victims/survivors with crisis intervention, ongoing crisis advocacy and domestic and sexual violence education, including empowerment/self advocacy education Help victims develop personal safety plans Provide victims/survivors necessary information about resources, rights and referrals Facilitate support groups for victims/survivorsRespond to hotline crisis calls Develop and maintain collaborative relations with other community agencies and organizations Participate and represent the organization in community meeting and committees Ability to provide trauma informed care to trauma survivors Ability to convey care, compassion, and empathy to trauma survivors, while maintaining professional boundaries Ability to behave in a trustworthy and reliable manner The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Qualifications :

Good verbal and written communication skills An understanding of crisis intervention, problem-solving and advocacy skills. Prior experience working in human service Working Conditions Stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time.

You may be required to talk or hear, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. You may be required to lift or move over 25 lbs. Non-judgmental demeanor towards victims of domestic and sexual violence and their children. Drive to various locations to include schools, shelter, court and community partners. Please send a resume with cover letter. House of Hope inc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, age, handicap, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Job Type:

Full-time Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $35,799.50 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person