Youth & Family Crisis Transition Specialist

Provident Healthcare Consulting; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Generous Vacation plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Elevate is seeking a Transition Specialist to deliver primary and secondary crisis services for children and families across community contracts. You will connect families to behavioral health resources, meet clients in homes or schools, and coordinate care with health networks to promote positive outcomes.

The role requires a bachelor’s in human services and 2–3 years of relevant experience, plus a valid Iowa driver’s license and strong crisis intervention skills. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field.
• 2-3 years' experience working with children and families in community-based programs.
• A valid Iowa driver's license and dependable transportation.
• Crisis Intervention with experience in suicide intervention, and postvention.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Experience assisting people with addiction, relationship difficulties, depression, stress, poverty, mental illness, parenting.

Responsibilities

• Complete outreach to promote programs within the county program providing support and advocacy for juveniles.
• Ensure contract deliverables are met and grant requirements are adhered to.
• Receive referrals for programs and ensure referrals are followed up on in a timely manner.
• Meet with families in their homes or other preferred locations.
• Complete required documentation and maintain accurate records within the Electronic Health Record.
• Maintain a caseload.
• Collaborate with supervisor and Director of crisis services regarding intakes and case needs.
• Coordinate for the clients and needed services/resources with internal and external service providers.
• Engage with clients that have canceled or no-show to appointments.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Experience with families

Community Resources

Experience with children

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Job description

Elevate is seeking a Transition Specialist to deliver primary and secondary crisis services for children and families across community contracts. You will connect families to behavioral health resources, meet clients in homes or schools, and coordinate care with health networks to promote positive outcomes.

The role requires a bachelor’s in human services and 2–3 years of relevant experience, plus a valid Iowa driver’s license and strong crisis intervention skills. Equal opportunity employer.