QUEENS, NYPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from The Child Center of NY

• Job overview

  The Crisis Coordinator at The Child Center of NY is responsible for coordinating crisis intervention services and managing relationships with emergency departments to support individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves processing referrals, assessing client risks, collaborating with referral sources, monitoring high-risk clients, developing community partnerships, documenting collaborations, working with interdisciplinary teams, attending meetings and trainings, meeting data and quality care metrics, and supervising student interns.

• Experience and skills

  The position requires a Master's Degree and clinical licensure in Social Work or a related field, strong communication and organizational skills, and passing clearances and health checks. Preferred qualifications include LMSW, bilingual abilities, 3-5 years of relevant experience, crisis intervention experience, and comfort with community outreach.

Company overview

The Child Center of NY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting children and families in New York City through a variety of programs, including early childhood education, behavioral health services, and youth development initiatives. They generate revenue through government contracts, grants, and private donations. Founded in 1953, the organization has a long history of addressing the needs of underserved communities, evolving from a single counseling center to a comprehensive service provider with multiple locations across the city.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to highlight your clinical licensure in Social Work or a related field, emphasizing your experience with crisis intervention and mental health or substance use disorders to align with The Child Center of NY's requirements.

• Showcase your ability to manage referrals, assess risks such as suicide or self-harm, and collaborate with community organizations and healthcare providers, as these are key responsibilities of the Crisis Coordinator role.

• Apply through multiple platforms including The Child Center of NY’s official corporate careers site, LinkedIn, and other job boards to maximize your application’s reach and visibility.

• Connect with current employees or team members in the crisis intervention or clinical services division at The Child Center of NY on LinkedIn. Use ice breakers like commenting on recent community outreach efforts they’ve participated in or asking about their experience working with high-risk clients.

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