About Careertakes

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Overview

Confidential client is seeking Per Diem Residential Support Specialists to join a Crisis Respite program serving Auburn, Syracuse, Oneida, and Oswego. This peer-support focused role delivers compassionate, recovery-oriented services in a home-like residential setting for adults experiencing a mental health crisis.

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What You’ll Do

• Conduct initial assessments and screenings
• Teach guests to view and manage crisis differently using wellness tools to reduce intensity and recurrence
• Collaborate with Health Homes, hospitals, and other providers to support integrated plans of care that address mental health, physical health, substance use, and community supports
• Provide advocacy, referral linkage, and support services as assigned by the Program Coordinator
• Deliver recovery-oriented services using Peer Support, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Informed/Responsive care
• Provide program coverage according to staffing needs, including overnights when required
• Rotate warm-line responsibilities and conduct follow-up calls
• Function as a member of an interdisciplinary team and act as a role model for residents
• Maintain upkeep and cleanliness of the residence

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Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 1–3 years volunteer or work experience in behavioral health OR bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
• Respect for and comfort working with people experiencing psychiatric crisis
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and de-escalation skills
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to incorporate that understanding into service delivery

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Hours & Compensation

• Hours: Weekends and/or overnights available
• Starting rate: $20.00 per hour

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Benefits & Highlights

• Home-like setting and relaxed atmosphere
• Flexible work hours
• Mentorship and entry-level experience with opportunities for advancement
• Peer certification hours available
• Work on a team committed to high-quality, community-based behavioral health services

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About the Role & Culture

Confidential client values staff support and a diverse workforce. The Crisis Respite program emphasizes compassion, empathy, empowerment, and hope, aiming to stabilize crisis situations and reduce unnecessary emergency department visits and hospitalizations. Staff deliver services focused on recovery, wellness coaching, prevention planning, family support, conflict resolution, and linkage to community resources.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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