Youth Support & Crisis Intervention Specialist

Rising Ground

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 25,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Rising Ground in Brooklyn, NY seeks a full-time Support Staff to assist across Justice for Youth & Family programs. The role includes crisis intervention, youth transports, and coordinating daily movement while ensuring a secure environment.

You will collaborate with program teams to support engagement and outcomes and provide staffing coverage as needed. Qualifications include a High School Diploma with 3+ years in mental health or juvenile justice direct services, plus strong communication and

Qualifications

High School Diploma + 3 Years of Direct Services in Mental Health or Juvenile Justice Programming
Associate’s degree + 2 Years of Direct Services in Mental Health or Juvenile Justice Programming
Bachelor’s Degree + 1 Year of Direct Services in Mental Health or Juvenile Justice Programming

Responsibilities

Actively assists in the supervision of youth in facilities, community settings, school, and transports.
Responds to crisis situations when observed or called for assistance.
Maintain appropriate boundaries and model appropriate interactions for childcare staff.
Ensure proper documentation of events and timely communication with other inter-disciplinary team members around incidents.