CRISIS INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

CHOR Youth & Family Services- Building Kids Lives since 1884; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Children’s Home of Reading seeks a Crisis Intervention Specialist for the ORR program, based in Bethlehem and Doylestown. This full-time role requires crisis intervention, in-home support, and coordination of psychiatric referrals as part of a multidisciplinary team.

We offer comprehensive benefits and training, with a focus on compassionate care for children and families. Prior crisis intervention experience is welcome though training is provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field; OR Bachelor’s + 3+ years crisis intervention/behavioral health experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for in-home response.
• Ability to respond to crisis outside standard hours, including evenings/weekends.
• Must pass ORR background investigations and health screening requirements.
• Must complete ORR pre-service and annual continuing education.”

Responsibilities

• Provides intensive intervention during acute behavioral or mental health crisis.
• Maintains 24/7 on-call availability for crisis response.
• Provides in-home support and de-escalation services at foster/group home placements.
• Coordinates psychiatric referrals when clinically indicated.
• Documents crisis incidents per ORR reporting requirements.
• Communicates with children, families, and staff effectively in writing and verbally.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Education

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology

Bachelor’s degree + 3+ years crisis intervention or behavioral health experience

Job description

70,000

Crisis Intervention Specialist – ORR Program

Bethlehem and Doylestown, PA

Full-Time

70,000

DailyPay Available

Build a Career with PurposeCRISIS INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

At The Children’s Home of Reading, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided.

About The Children’s Home of Reading

For more than 140 years, The Children’s Home of Reading has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Why Join Our Team

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development

• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Strengthen CommunitiesJoin a Mission-Driven Organization

What You’ll Do

As a Crisis Intervention Specialist, you will:

• Provides intensive intervention during acute behavioral or mental health crisis.
• Maintains 24/7 on-call availability for crisis response.
• Provides in-home support and de-escalation services at foster or group home placements.
• Coordinates psychiatric referrals when clinically indicated.
• Collaborates with the Lead Clinician and Clinicians on crisis response planning.
• Documents crisis incidents and interventions consistent with ORR significant incident reporting requirements.
• Provides child-facing services on-site or in-home as clinically necessary.
• Participates in clinical team consultation on crisis trends and prevention planning.
• Completes required training on crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Exercise independent judgment consistent with program policy, ORR requirements, and applicable law.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with children, families, and staff.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and respond promptly to program needs, including outside standard business hours when required by the role.

Who We’re Looking For

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to Helping Others

Qualifications

Required

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related behavioral health field; OR Bachelor’s degree plus 3 or more years of crisis intervention or behavioral health experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required for in-home response.
• Ability to respond to crisis outside of standard business hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must exhibit integrity and good moral character appropriate for working with children in a residential or foster care setting.
• Must successfully complete ORR-required background investigations.
• Must provide proof of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route (Varicella, MMR, Tdap, annual Influenza) and comply with all state licensing health screening requirements including TB screening.
• Must complete all ORR-required pre-service training, as required and scheduled by ORR.
• Must complete all ORR-required continuing education on an annual basis, as required and scheduled by ORR, covering applicable ORR regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Must sign and comply with CHOR’s Code of Conduct consistent with ORR policy, confidentiality acknowledgement, and mandatory reporter agreement.
• Must disclose any prior misconduct, including conduct occurring off duty, on the employment applications and in interviews. Material omissions are grounds for termination.

Preferred

• Crisis intervention certification (e.g., CPI, ASIST, Mental Health First Aid) preferred.

Schedule

• Full-Time / Exempt
• This position is based across two work locations, Bethlehem and Doylestown. The employee will be required to report to and work from both offices as necessary and assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit at a meeting table or desk, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach, stoop, twist, climb steps, drive a vehicle and assist individuals as needed.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

About Our Organization

The Children’s Home of Reading is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.