POSITION:     Crisis Program Worker (Part-time)     Crisis Stabilization/Diversion Unit     Washington Site  PAY GRADE:     4  WAGE:                $9.25/hr. (as a minimum)

ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS:            

• Maintains the general safety, security of consumers in crisis and aids consumers with the implementation of their individualized service plans.

• Provides hands-on instruction to clients to implement crisis plans and assist with crisis resolution.

• Conducts recreational and social activities with consumers, as assigned.

• Assists in meal preparation for the stabilization/diversion unit consumers.

• Participates in regular staff training to develop basic knowledge and skills to assist clients in crisis resolution.

• Maintains proper condition, cleanliness and safety of the crisis stabilization/diversion unit, and responds appropriately to emergency situations.

• Serves as a member of the crisis intervention team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability read, write and verbally communicate with effectiveness.

• Must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License and safe driving record.

• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police and Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Public Welfare.

• Ability to safely operate a Passenger Van.

• Ability to assist and/or lift clients weighing up to 150 pounds, as may be required.

• Ability to understand and follow supervisory direction.

• Ability to work split shifts and flexibility to move to various center locations, when program needs dictate.

QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS MUST SUBMIT A LETTER OF INTEREST TO THE SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA HUMAN SERVICES, INC., OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES, 300 CHAMBER PLAZA, CHARLEROI, PA  15022-1607,  ATTENTION:  DEPARTMENT 1221, NO LATER THAN 5:00 P.M., TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2012.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER