Lead Crisis Care Professional - Act Together - 0.80
ALEXANDER YOUTH NETWORK
Summary
The Lead Crisis Care Professional provides therapeutic support to youth ages 11 to 17 in a youth crisis setting. Provides in-ratio leadership of the youth shelter. You will provide in-ratio Leadership on 2nd shift.
Job description
What You'll Do
The Lead Crisis Care Professional provides therapeutic support to youth ages 11 to 17 in a youth crisis setting. Provides in-ratio leadership of the youth shelter. You will provide in-ratio Leadership on 2nd shift.
- Process crisis referrals and intakes
- Serve as a resident advocate, providing referrals, facilitating individual and group sessions and case management
- Plan and facilitate recreational/psycho-education groups, activities, and outings
- Manage a monthly recreation/food budget and submit expenses weekly
- Attend weekly team meetings
- Participate in monthly on-call rotation
- Serve as a key leadership role on the team; requires a self-directed leader comfortable with crisis management
Qualifications: Education and Experience
- B.A. or B.S. in a related human services or related field or equivalent work experience
- Six months experience in human services is preferred
- Ability to read and interpret documents
- Valid North Carolina Driver's License
- Minimum of 21 years of age
Requirements
- B.A. or B.S. in a related human services or related field or equivalent work experience
- Six months experience in human services is preferred
- Ability to read and interpret documents
- Valid North Carolina Driver's License
- Minimum of 21 years of age
Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Tuition Assistance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Comprehensive Health Plan
Company overview
Alexander Youth Network is a specialized mental health care organization focused on providing comprehensive behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and their families. Operating primarily in North Carolina, the organization delivers a continuum of care that includes outpatient therapy, intensive in-home services, community-based interventions, and crisis stabilization programs. Their evidence-based treatment approaches address a wide range of mental health challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, behavioral disorders, and family system issues. With a strong commitment to accessibility and quality care, Alexander Youth Network employs licensed clinicians, therapists, and support staff who work collaboratively with families, schools, and community partners to create individualized treatment plans. The organization plays a vital role in the regional mental health ecosystem by offering specialized services tailored to the unique developmental needs of youth, while also providing family education and support services to promote sustainable recovery and improved quality of life for the children and families they serve.