Metropolitan Family Services empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Metropolitan is Illinois’ first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 163,000 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs and DuPage County with services promoting education, economic stability, emotional wellness and empowerment.
We are now hiring for a full-time Intervention Specialist to join our Mobile Crisis Response (MCR) Team in Merrionette Park !
$2,500 sign on bonus for first time employees - ($500 within 1st or 2nd Paycheck; $1000 after 6 months of employment; $1,000 after completing 1 year).
SALARY: Compensation is commensurate with years of related experience, position requirements, and candidate qualifications. The average salary for the position is $50,000.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Gathers and processes personal client information to make eligibility determination, assessments, and referrals.
Uses clinical judgement to assess potential harm or risk and makes recommendations to Supervisor about the safety plan ensuring safety for the client and staff while in the community.
Assesses and evaluates client situation and engages with collaterals to obtain and analyze information necessary to make recommendations for level of care and service needs; when necessary acts in the client’s best interest by engaging the courts, law enforcement, or other entities.
Utilizes a variety of clinical modalities to develop an effective working relationship with clients, families, and collaterals to create and implement a plan that will reduce or eliminate the risk; refers clients to required services, advocates for their needs, and provides supportive counseling.
Remains in compliance with required reports, assessments, and paperwork.
Provides after-hours coverage for cases that require immediate response.
Reassesses and monitors planned services to determine if clients' needs are adequately met, whether clients' circumstances have changed, and whether services are consistent with current need.
Utilizes knowledge of resources and helps clients to effectively utilize them.
Works with community groups around unmet and special needs by providing outreach and education.
Participates in and seeks out trainings and educational opportunities to maintain required training and/or certification.
Organizes time, manages job responsibilities independently to maximize service given to clients, and works within the program’s reporting, and billing requirements.
Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited college or university required.
Two (2) years of related high risk case management, and or crisis intervention experience, required.
Demonstrated knowledge or experience in Mental Health including knowledge of DSMV diagnostics.
Demonstrated ability to work in a community based high-risk environment with diverse populations.
Valid driver’s license, vehicle, and auto insurance required for home-based services.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred.
Strong interpersonal, written, and communication skills
Excellent administrative and organizational skills
Strong organizational skills and the ability to set priorities, organize time efficiently, and handle multiple demands.
Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups of diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
MFS staff are required to provide proof of vaccination or have an approved Medical exemption prior to starting employment.
Metropolitan Family Services offers a very generous benefits packet to our professionals:
Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medical Coverage: HMO, Traditional PPO, or PPO w/ HSA contributions.
Dental and Vision Insurance Options
12 paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Parental Leave
Bereavement Pay
401K Plan
Pet Insurance
Training and Professional Development Plan with E- Learning
Wellness Initiative Program
Employee Assistance Network
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Analytical Skills
Advanced
Bilingual Spanish
Advanced
Interpersonal Skills
Advanced
Organizational Skills
Advanced
Verbal and Written Communication
Advanced
Education
Required
Bachelors or better in Social Work or related field.
Experience
Required
2 years:
High risk case management experience, and or crisis intervention experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities