Mobile Crisis Specialist

Brightli•Columbia, MO

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

29 Days of PTO
Competitive Pay
Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment eligibility requirements
Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
Company-paid basic life insurance
Emergency Medical Leave Program
Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care
Health & Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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.