Crisis Intervention Training Coordinator

Crossroads CSB; Farmville, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossroads Community Services Board in Farmville, VA seeks a CIT Coordinator to oversee and support Crisis Intervention Team programming and training. You will coordinate trainings for law enforcement and first responders, build a trainer cadre, and ensure timely data reporting to DBHDS and other agencies.

The role demands knowledge of crisis intervention, first-responder culture, and community collaboration, with strong instructional and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate-level degree in a human services field meeting licensure eligibility requirements in Virginia.
• Completion of 40-hour CIT Core Training.
• CIT Train-the-Trainer instruction completed.
• Previous experience as a CIT Trainer is valued.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and implement CIT trainings for law enforcement officers and other community first responders.
• Provide educational training related to mental health crises, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques.
• Develop and maintain a qualified CIT Trainer Cadre.
• Coordinate scheduling of off-duty law enforcement officers to maintain appropriate CITAC shift coverage.
• Maintain regular communication with participating law enforcement agencies and other community stakeholders.
• Update the CITAC Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) every two years.
• Maintain required CITAC program data and budget information in accordance with state guidelines.
• Prepare and submit required data and financial reports to the Virginia DBHDS and other requesting organizations in a timely manner.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with law enforcement, medical professionals, Crossroads staff, and community partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the responsibilities and expectations of the position.

Skills

CIT history

Crisis intervention

Law enforcement culture

HIPAA knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Training delivery

Organization

Communication skills

Education

Graduate-level degree in human services

Licensure eligibility (LPC/LCSW)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Crossroads Community Services Board in Farmville, VA seeks a CIT Coordinator to oversee and support Crisis Intervention Team programming and training. You will coordinate trainings for law enforcement and first responders, build a trainer cadre, and ensure timely data reporting to DBHDS and other agencies.

The role demands knowledge of crisis intervention, first-responder culture, and community collaboration, with strong instructional and organizational skills.