Foster Care Crisis Intervention Specialist

3 days ago


Jacksonville, Florida, United States Child Guidance Center, Inc Full time
Job Title: Foster Care Rapid Response Specialist

At Child Guidance Center, Inc, we are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Foster Care Rapid Response Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our crisis intervention team, you will provide high-quality de-escalation and assessment services to children in crisis situations, diverting inappropriate inpatient hospitalizations and stabilizing children for follow-up care.

Job Summary

The Foster Care Rapid Response Specialist will respond to intervention calls within a 60-minute response time, physically reporting to the crisis site to assess and evaluate the child in need of immediate mental health services. You will distinguish between a mental health crisis and behavioral emergency, providing therapeutic insight, immediate de-escalation, and continued stabilization assistance as needed.

Responsibilities
  • Respond to intervention calls and provide crisis intervention services to children in need of immediate mental health support
  • Assess and evaluate children in crisis situations, distinguishing between mental health crises and behavioral emergencies
  • Provide therapeutic insight, immediate de-escalation, and continued stabilization assistance to children and their families
  • Collaborate with other professionals to ensure the child's dignity is maintained and their best interests are accommodated
Requirements
  • Master's degree in social work, therapeutic mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy disciplines
  • At least two years' experience providing therapeutic services to children and adolescents, developing treatment plans based on current DSM/ICD diagnoses
  • FL Baker Act experience
  • Moderate computer skills, such as inputting at least 45 wpm
  • Reliable transportation with liability insurance, a FL driver's license, and good driving record
Preferred Qualifications
  • Current FL LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT
  • Knowledge and understanding of the foster care system and its impacts on youth
  • Prior experience working with foster families in a therapeutic manner

Child Guidance Center, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, flexible pay options, and opportunities for professional development and growth.



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