Mental Health Crisis Support Specialist

Wellspring (Louisville, KY); Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

PTO after 90 days

9 paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Wellspring in Louisville, KY seeks a part-time Crisis Support Specialist to provide encouragement, crisis intervention, and daily living support to adults with mental health challenges. Build coping skills, lead group activities, and help clients progress toward recovery in a safe, supportive environment.

Flexible shifts include 7a-3:30p, 3p-11:30p, and 11p-7:30a; 4–37 hours weekly, with emphasis on compassionate care and precise documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness or related conditions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to support clients.
• Bachelor's degree or higher preferred in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide encouragement, emotional support, and crisis intervention.
• Help clients develop coping strategies and daily living skills.
• Lead or co-lead group activities and support recovery goals.
• Monitor client well‑being and communicate concerns to the team.
• Support medication self‑administration.
• Welcome new clients and help them acclimate to the program.
• Maintain accurate documentation and a safe living environment.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Empathy

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work or related field

Job description

Wellspring in Louisville, KY seeks a part-time Crisis Support Specialist to provide encouragement, crisis intervention, and daily living support to adults with mental health challenges. Build coping skills, lead group activities, and help clients progress toward recovery in a safe, supportive environment.

Flexible shifts include 7a-3:30p, 3p-11:30p, and 11p-7:30a; 4–37 hours weekly, with emphasis on compassionate care and precise documentation.