MercyFirst is currently seeking a Bilingual Behavior Intervention Specialist!

EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:   Bachelor Degree in Social Work or related field.. Must have and maintain a valid NYS Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record. 

Responsibilities:

• Adhering to agency policy and procedures and those of the Office of Refugee Resettlement;
• providing assessment, group sessions and individual crisis support as well as maintaining a safe and secure therapeutic environment in the milieu
• Applying agency approved methods of behavior modification and therapeutic interventions
• Assist in role modeling the 7 Sanctuary Commitments and support an environment conducive to the resident’s development in the Sanctuary Model.
• Demonstrate efforts to understand residents’ trauma histories and psychosocial factors and ensure all appropriate intervention to decrease or prevent crisis during regular programing;
• provide pro-active intervention to de-escalate and or prevent crisis situations from disrupting program and contributing to an unsafe environment
• Implement treatment team recommendations and working in a collaborative relationship with clinical, casework, YSC and CST staff
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of critical incident, SIR reports and progress notes.
• Assist the residents in utilizing safety plan and counsel when needed to avoid program disruption.
• To cultivate a relationship of trust and respect with the residents that will support them in time of crisis.
• Report directly to the Lead Clinician.

IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU, THEN APPLY TODAY!

Join our Team!

VETERANS WELCOME!

ercyFirst offers competitive compensation, plus great benefits to our valued employees, including:

• A comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plan, life insurance and more
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, personal and sick days
• Free employee assistance program through National EAP
• Trainings to support professional and personal development

APPLY NOW!!!!!!