Crisis Specialist II TSN MSAC Program 18 HRS

Established in 1899, Child & Family Service (CFS) is a community-based organization with a mission of strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. CFS has been a fierce advocate for children and families in the midst of social injustices and inequalities. Our statewide support, counseling, and therapeutic programs help individuals and families heal from trauma, prevent abuse and neglect, and can break the cycle of generational poverty.

MISSION STATEMENT Strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. OUR VISION Healthy, thriving individuals and families building strong, multicultural communities across generations. OUR VALUES HOPE values: H umility, O wnership, P erseverance, E ngagement We offer an extensive array of benefits for our employee including paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday floating holiday, volunteer floating holiday, 16 Paid Holidays in a Year (17 in an Election Year), Medical/Dental/Vision/RX plans, Out-out incentive, 401(k), flexible spending plans, & more.

Come join Child & Family Service and help us serve thousands in our communities! SUMMARY OF DUTIES Under the supervision of the Island Director/Clinical Supervisor, the Crisis Specialist II is primarily responsible for providing support, outreach and information and referral services to participants. Performs required administrative tasks related to caseload, such as daily and monthly activity reports, mileage and other miscellaneous reports in a timely manner.

Provides crisis stabilization and outreach, and information and referral services to victims of sexual assault (face to face or by phone) Crisis supports short-term in duration and responsive to the immediate needs of the victim, including safety. Maintains notes and completes program required forms in a timely manner.

Prepares all related documentation, such as correspondence, reports, and data collecting in a timely, concise, and efficient manner. Acts as a role model for participants and fellow staff members. Participates in all level meetings, agencies, staff, and selective staff meetings, and other meetings as determined by the Island Director/Clinical Supervisor.

Maintains confidentiality at all levels. Performed related duties as assigned. This role is for 18 hours per week.

EDUCATION

AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS High School plus additional training equals to 2 years of college, which requires knowledge of a specialized field or may lead to licensing (data processing, accounting, human services), or formalized apprenticeship program. EXPERIENCE Over six months, up to and including one year SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Knowledge of child growth, development and behavior; positive parenting practices; case management and advocacy practices and techniques preferred.

Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with families of diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds and gender/sexual orientation. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required. Valid driver’s license, current no-fault insurance coverage, satisfactory driver’s abstract, access to an insured vehicle.

OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS Normal 0 false false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Normal 0 false false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license and a clear driver's abstract and continued employment may be contingent on maintaining a clear driver’s abstract This job requires a valid Hawaii driver's license, a clear driver's abstract, and willingness to travel in personal vehicle on an as-needed basis throughout the island This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and continued employment is contingent on a record clear of convictions.

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