Mobile Crisis Specialist

Job Description:

Job Title: Mobile Crisis Specialist II
Home Location: Sedalia, MO
Department: Crisis Services
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift(s):
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday 4:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Monday - Friday 12:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.

Service Areas:
Sedalia, MO, Versailles, MO and California, MO
 

Job Summary:

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.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 29 Days of PTO

• Competitive Pay (New Wage Increases!)

• 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
   

Key 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.
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🤝 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.
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🛡️ 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.
   

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• 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.
   

Required License/Certification (one of the following):

• CPR/First Aid and CPI certification (or willingness to obtain).
   

Additional Qualifications:

• 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.
   

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