Crisis Stabilization Professional

Easterseals Iowa • Des Moines, IA

1d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals Iowa is seeking a Crisis Stabilization Professional to support children and families experiencing mental health crises. The program operates at Camp Sunnyside and in the community. The role delivers skill-building interventions to help families manage crises and build long-term resilience, collaborates with a multidisciplinary team on stabilization and Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) strategies, and coordinates with other supports and service providers to provide comprehensive care. Specialized training is provided in crisis intervention, motivational interviewing, suicide intervention skills, and The Skills System, an evidence-based approach for clients with cognitive challenges.

The position is located at Camp Sunnyside and is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Pay is $18.00–$20.00 per hour, with annual raises and bonuses. Reliable transportation, insurability under Easterseals' vehicle policy, and access to a phone for support needs are required. Mileage reimbursement is provided when working in the community.

Requirements

• One of the following education and experience combinations: a bachelor's degree in a human services field (such as psychology, social work, nursing, or education) plus one year of behavioral or mental health experience; a bachelor's degree in another field plus two years of behavioral or mental health experience; or two years of behavioral or mental health experience.
• Reliable transportation.
• Insurability under Easterseals' vehicle policy.
• Access to a phone for support needs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in crisis services is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver skill-building interventions that help children and families manage crises and build long-term resilience.
• Partner with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement stabilization and Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) strategies.
• Coordinate with other supports and service providers to ensure families receive comprehensive support.

Benefits

• Annual raises.
• Performance bonuses.
• Specialized training in crisis intervention, motivational interviewing, suicide intervention skills, and The Skills System.
• Mileage reimbursement when working in the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time