Family Crisis Therapist (FSI)
Each participating elementary school in the K-5 Early Intervention Program is assigned one Family Student Interventionist (FSI)/Family Crisis Therapist who works with identified children and families whose behavior impedes their learning process and or the learning process of others. The FSI works to de-escalate behaviors using social and emotional coping tools as well as home visits to support parents with additional skill building. The FSI collaborates with the school and community to coordinate services for the youth and family. The FSI in this position will be placed at Claymont Elementary School (3401 Green St, Claymont, DE 19703).
The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Alternative and Limited Telework Work Schedules (Telework may be approved when the staff's school is closed) as according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Intervenes in family crisis situations.
- Provides on-going clinical assessment and treatment.
- Develops and implements treatment plans.
- Assesses progress and recommends appropriate strategies for continual functional improvement within the family.
- Conducts individual and family therapy sessions.
- Prepares clinical reports and documentation of progress towards goals of families and clients.
- Provides on-going consultation with professional staff.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher in Behavioral or Social Science or related field.
- One year of experience in crisis intervention.
- Three years' experience in case management such as assessing, planning, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating options and services to meet an individual's human service needs.