Mobile Crisis Specialist

Brightli • Columbia, MO

21h

About The Position

Are you a dedicated behavioral health professional looking to make a meaningful impact in crisis intervention? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where you can provide immediate support to individuals experiencing mental health crises? Join our team at Burrell behavioral Health as a Mobile Crisis Specialist II ! As a Mobile Crisis Specialist II, you will provide on-call and mobile crisis response services across multiple communities, offering face-to-face crisis assessments and telephone interventions when needed. You will work collaboratively with a team to ensure individuals in crisis receive appropriate care and resources, making a difference in the lives of those experiencing urgent mental health challenges.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in a behavioral health or related field preferred.
• Bachelors Degree in a behavioral health or related field required.
• Completion of a practicum or one (1) year of experience in a behavioral health field.
• CPR/First Aid and CPI certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong knowledge and skills in crisis intervention, suicidality assessment, and safety planning.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to assess and triage individuals in crisis.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and clinical judgment skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing job demands.
• Experience working with electronic medical records.
• Ability to establish effective relationships via telephone and face-to-face interactions.
• Prior to completion of probationary status, must demonstrate competency in crisis intervention, safety and legal procedures, and collaboration with law enforcement.
• Must meet driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle requirements if using personal or company vehicles for business purposes.

Responsibilities

• Crisis Response & Intervention Serve as an on-call/mobile crisis responder , providing immediate support to those in need.
• Conduct telephone and face-to-face crisis assessments , swiftly determining risk and appropriate care.
• Collaboration & Coordination Work closely with Crisis Team members and community resources to ensure individuals receive the right support.
• Partner with law enforcement and emergency medical personnel to safeguard individuals and families in crisis.
• Risk Assessment & Safety Planning Evaluate risk levels and coordinate crisis stabilization, hospitalization, or referrals.
• Develop and implement personalized safety plans to help individuals regain stability.
• Legal & Compliance Navigation Navigate custody, guardianship, and involuntary commitment procedures with confidence.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in compliance with DMH, BBH, and regulatory guidelines.
• Professional Growth & Accountability Stay at the top of your field by attending scheduled meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions .
• Uphold agency policies, procedures, and compliance standards to provide the best care possible.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay (New Wage Increases!)
• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
• Employee Discount Program
• Mileage Reimbursement/Company Vehicle
• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level