Community Resource Advisor - Part-Time (16 Hours) Job at Gryphon Place, Kalamazoo, MI

  • Gryphon Place
  • Kalamazoo, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

  STATEMENT OF THE JOB

Provides information and referral services and crisis intervention services by phone and electronically to the public and community professionals 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interviews clients and conducts a thorough assessment of their needs

• Identifies appropriate resources

• Supports the client in implementing the referral, and when appropriate, makes the linkage with other agencies for the client

• Advocates for the inquirer, when necessary, to assist in contacting and utilizing resources.

• Conducts follow-up to ensure that the inquirer’s needs have been met

• Uses crisis management techniques in accordance with agency procedures

• Maintains complete and accurate documentation

• Responsible for staying current with all ongoing training requirements for both services

• Assists with community outreach activities as assigned by the management team

• Actively involved with agency programs and events

• Supports operations during times of disaster as defined by agency policy

• Maintains up to date knowledge of agency processes and policies & procedures

• Performs all other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  REQUIREMENTS

  • High school diploma and experience with human services preferred. Successful completion of 40-hour classroom training required (provided by Gryphon Place).
  • 16-hour positions. Must have Saturday availability between 9a-8pm (8 hours in that range somewhere) + 1 additional day a week 2nd shift 4p-12a

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Well-developed interpersonal skills

• Excellent computer skills

• Demonstrated crisis intervention skills

• Versed in substance abuse issues and mental health issues

• Clear and effective communication and accurate assessment of inquirer’s needs

• Ability to function as a team member in an experiential learning setting

• Ability to effectively problem solve and resolve conflict

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to maintain professional expectations and assist individuals with diverse backgrounds

• Knowledgeable of program procedures and the contact center's information system

• Must have reliable, secure internet service along with a cellular phone. 

Job Tags

16 hours, Part time, Day shift, Afternoon shift, 1 day per week

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