Mobile Crisis Peer Specialist - Newport VT

Northeast Kingdom Human Services; Derby (VT); On-site; USD 33,241 - 40,625; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan with agency contribution

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is seeking a Mobile Crisis Peer Specialist in Vermont to join a multidisciplinary team responding to individuals in crisis. This role involves providing crisis intervention and emotional support and requires a background in mental health or substance use.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate empathetic communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. Competitive pay ranges from $24.13 to $29.49 per hour, along with robust benefits including health insurance and tuition reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a mental health, substance use, or crisis intervention setting is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide empathetic, nonjudgmental support.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with professionals to respond to crisis situations.
• Conduct crisis screening and assessment under supervision.
• Provide emotional support and active listening to individuals and families.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Empathetic communication

Team collaboration

Knowledge of trauma-informed care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant bachelor's degree

Job description

Mobile Crisis Peer Specialist

Mobile Crisis Peer Specialist – essential member of Community‑Based Mobile Crisis Services, works closely with Crisis Clinicians as part of a two‑person multidisciplinary team responding to individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, or co‑occurring crises in community settings. Provides crisis intervention, assessment, and follow‑up services to individuals of all ages.

Responsibilities & Scope

• Collaborate with the mental health and substance use care professional to form a cohesive multidisciplinary team that responds to crisis situations in a timely manner.
• Respond to referrals and deploy to community settings within the designated response time, averaging 60 minutes, to provide crisis intervention services.
• Conduct crisis screening and assessment under the supervision of the mental health and substance use care professional, ensuring the individual's safety and determining appropriate disposition.
• Work closely with individuals and families to address identified crisis issues and provide emotional support, empathy, and active listening.

Location & Travel

Position is located in Newport or St. Johnsbury. Services may be performed in the community, client’s home, a satellite office (including NKHS and/or EMS locations) or other public venue. Personal travel is required.

Qualifications, Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Experience working in a mental health, substance use, or crisis intervention setting is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide empathetic and nonjudgmental support to individuals in crisis.
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed care principles and the ability to apply them in crisis interventions.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to document interventions accurately.
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals.
• Proficiency in adhering to crisis response protocols and working under pressure to meet response time targets.
• Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive pay of $24.13–$29.49 per hour based on experience.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursements and loan repayment program.
• Health and dental insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with agency contribution and match.
• Generous paid time off, 12 sick days, and 12 paid holidays.
• Outstanding employee wellness program.
• Low‑cost medical and dental coverage, short‑ and long‑term disability coverages, life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, and additional optional benefits.

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is an equal‑opportunity at‑will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.