Evening & On-Call Adult Crisis Intervention Specialist

Seven Counties; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Seven Counties is seeking a part-time crisis intervention specialist to support SCS clients across rural and Louisville Metro locations. The role focuses on assessing needs, de-escalating crises, and coordinating immediate action plans with appropriate staff and therapists.

Required is a high school diploma or GED with four years in human services or a relevant degree; strong communication skills and knowledge of community resources are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum four years' experience in human services with a high school diploma or equivalent and active peer certification at time of hire, or a Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Human Services, or related field with no experience.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of available community resources.
• Ability to make sound decisions and judgments in stressful or unusual situations.
• The ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention to SCS clients in rural and Louisville Metro locations.
• Assess the situation, engage and develop rapport, and de-escalate.
• De-escalate person in crisis and determine what you can do to help them today; may occur in person in the community or at the individual's residence.
• In consultation with appropriate SCS staff/therapist, assist in development of a plan utilizing strengths and available community resources.
• Provide advocacy services on behalf of clients.
• Facilitate follow-up interventions with the individual as needed.
• Complete and coordinate accurate, timely, and thorough documentation of all interventions transacted during the work shift.
• Perform other duties including responding to emergency coverage needs.
• Attend and participate in staff and team meetings.
• Utilize person-centered and trauma-informed approach to each interaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Resource awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Seven Counties is seeking a part-time crisis intervention specialist to support SCS clients across rural and Louisville Metro locations. The role focuses on assessing needs, de-escalating crises, and coordinating immediate action plans with appropriate staff and therapists.

Required is a high school diploma or GED with four years in human services or a relevant degree; strong communication skills and knowledge of community resources are essential.