Youth Crisis Intervention Counselor (In-Field)

Little Flower Children and Family Services; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is seeking a Crisis Intervention Counselor for the NSP Aftercare Program in Queens, NY. This full-time, in‑person role provides real-time crisis support for youth in placement and in the community, across all five boroughs.

You will participate in team meetings, help de-escalate crises, mentor youth and staff in trauma-informed care, and contribute to Behavior Support Plans to ensure safety and successful transitions.

Formación

• HS diploma required; minimum of 1 year related experience.

Responsabilidades

• Provide real-time, in-person and/or phone crisis intervention support for assigned youth 24/7.
• Attend treatment team meetings, release conferences and other youth service plan meetings.
• Assist staff in de-escalating conflicts with strength‑based, unbiased crisis counseling and support.
• Offer mentoring to youth and staff in trauma-informed care and de‑escalation techniques.
• Support creation and implementation of Behavior Support Plans to assure safety of all individuals.
• Support families if youth has school, legal or release condition challenges.
• Enter content such as face-to-face contacts and notes into CNNX.
• Collaborate with the Aftercare Coordinator and planning teams for safe transition plans.

Educación

HS diploma and minimum 1 year related experience

Descripción del empleo

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is seeking a Crisis Intervention Counselor for the NSP Aftercare Program in Queens, NY. This full-time, in‑person role provides real-time crisis support for youth in placement and in the community, across all five boroughs.

You will participate in team meetings, help de-escalate crises, mentor youth and staff in trauma-informed care, and contribute to Behavior Support Plans to ensure safety and successful transitions.