Top 10 Direct support specialist Jobs in Urbana, Il

Crisis Support Specialist – Part-Time (1st Shift)
Crisis Nursery —Urbana, IL
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Office
- Driver's License
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Community Living Specialist
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- $19.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Reliable transportation
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Crisis Support Specialist – Full-Time (1st Shift)
Crisis Nursery —Urbana, IL
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Office
- Driver's License
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Crisis Support Specialist – Full-Time (2nd Shift)
Crisis Nursery —Urbana, IL
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Office
- Driver's License
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Inside Sales/Customer Service Specialist
IMCO Utility Supply —Urbana, IL
- Office
- Computer skills
- Construction experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Administrative Specialist I, Academic Division
Human Kinetics —Champaign, IL
- $35,000 - $48,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Office
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Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) - Inpatient Pediatrics
Carle Health —Urbana, IL
- $22.82 - $38.11 an hour
- Full-time
- Inpatient
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
Customer Service Specialist
Mobile Communications America Inc —Urbana, IL
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- ERP systems
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Treasury Management Support Specialist II
Busey Bank —Champaign, IL
- $24 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
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Behavior Specialist
Excel Prep —Champaign, IL
- Full-time
- School experience
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Crisis Support Specialist – Part-Time (1st Shift)

Crisis Nursery -
Urbana, IL

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Job Details

Part-time
$18 - $21 an hour
13 days ago

Qualifications

Office supply management
Customer follow-ups
CPR Certification
Establishing local partnerships in a community engagement role
Bachelor's degree in social work
Childhood development
Referral services for crisis intervention support
Intake
Maintaining patient confidentiality
Greeting customers
Parent collaboration
Bachelor's degree in psychology
Trauma-sensitive environment
Emergency call-taking protocols
Direct client contact
Client file management
Community resource coordination in health services social work
Schedule management
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree in child development
Bachelor's degree
First Aid Certification
Decision making
Team training
Family communication in social service case management
Child Development
Psychology
Client referral services
Compliance documentation
Office supply ordering

Full Job Description

Job Description

Crisis Support Specialist – First Shift

Schedule Available: 1st Shift (6:45 AM - 3:00 PM), Sunday-Monday, Part-Time

On-Call Shift: Sundays at 3am-7am

One 4 hour on call shift per week. On-call requires that you are able to arrive with-in 30 minutes to help cover the shift and care for children. Pay is time and a half your hourly rate if called in to work.

Overview

The Crisis Support Specialist manages Crisis Nursery's 24/7 Crisis Line and serves as the primary point of contact for families accessing services. This position is responsible for coordinating crisis care admissions, conducting family intakes & exits, connecting families with community resources, documenting services, and ensuring effective communication between families and staff. The Crisis Support Specialist reports to the Assistant Director, Crisis & Family Support.

Essential Duties

Answer the 24/7 Crisis Line, schedule crisis care, and direct calls to the appropriate staff.
Schedule admissions, prioritize families based on need, and maintain safe child-to-adult ratios.
Greet and assist individuals entering the building while serving as the primary contact in the Program Office.
Maintain the Program Office by keeping supplies stocked, ordering meals, coordinating laundry services, and ensuring all required documentation is complete and current.
Assist with training new staff and interns on Program Office procedures and responsibilities.
Conduct parent intake and exit interviews for all admissions.
Complete family assessments and surveys, identifying needs and taking appropriate follow-up action.
Provide families with information about their child's stay and services received.
Conduct follow-up calls with families after services and refer families to the Strong Families Program as appropriate.
Utilize trauma-informed, strengths-based, and family-centered practices in all interactions.
Support families in developing and making measurable progress toward individualized goals.
Identify family needs and connect families with appropriate community resources, including housing, food assistance, childcare, and other basic needs.
Maintain current knowledge of community resources, eligibility requirements, and referral processes.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners to strengthen referral pathways and improve family outcomes.
Monitor referral outcomes through follow-up communication to determine whether services were successfully accessed and whether additional support is needed.
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client records, data collection, and required documentation.
Ensure all client files and program paperwork are complete and compliant with agency standards.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all agency policies, mandated reporting requirements, licensing standards, and ethical guidelines.
Work collaboratively with Children's Specialists and volunteers to ensure quality care and effective communication during each shift.
Help maintain a healthy, safe, and clean environment for children.
Interact with children in accordance with Crisis Nursery's philosophy of care.
Attend team meetings, program meetings, and all-staff meetings.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development to remain current on best practices in crisis intervention, family support, trauma-informed care, and community resource coordination.

Position Qualifications

25 years of age or older preferred
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Child Development, Human Services, or a related field preferred.
Experience in crisis intervention, case management, family support, counseling, or a related human services field preferred.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care, child development, and community resources preferred.
CPR and First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.

Skills & Competencies

Ability to assess situations, prioritize needs, and make decisions under pressure.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
Excellent documentation, organizational, and computer skills.
Ability to build trusting relationships with children, families, and community partners.

Physical Requirements

Ability to bend, kneel, and move between standing and sitting throughout the workday.
Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 40 pounds.
Ability to hear and respond to children speaking or crying.

Job Type: Part-Time / Hourly
Pay Range: $18-$21 per hour depending on experience

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