Youth Crisis Stabilization Specialist

Socket.dev; Missouri; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee benefits package

Top-notch training

Career mobility

Welcoming, supportive culture

Job summary

Brightli in Springfield, MO is seeking a Stabilization Intervention Specialist to provide on-site crisis intervention and stabilization for youth experiencing behavioral health emergencies. You will work under clinical supervision to support families, develop safety plans, and deliver trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities include brief skill-based interventions, crisis screenings, documentation, and collaboration with licensed clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to promote safety, hope, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field meeting Missouri Department of Mental Health requirements for QMHP
• 1-3 years of direct care experience required
• Experience with children and adolescents preferred
• Experience utilizing skill-based interventions preferred
• Experience in multidisciplinary, team-based care environment preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site crisis intervention and stabilization support for youth experiencing behavioral health emergencies
• Deliver brief, skill-based interventions that promote emotional regulation and coping skills
• Engage youth and caregivers in safety planning, crisis support, education, and recovery-focused services
• Support development and implementation of individualized crisis stabilization and safety plans under clinical supervision
• Monitor behavioral and mental status changes and communicate observations to licensed clinical team members
• Coordinate with caregivers and families to provide education and ongoing crisis intervention resources
• Assist with discharge planning and coordination of aftercare recommendations to support transitions
• Collaborate with licensed clinicians and other health professionals to ensure high-quality care
• Participate in shift handoffs, team meetings, consultations, and treatment coordination activities

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field (QMHP eligible)

Job description

Brightli in Springfield, MO is seeking a Stabilization Intervention Specialist to provide on-site crisis intervention and stabilization for youth experiencing behavioral health emergencies. You will work under clinical supervision to support families, develop safety plans, and deliver trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities include brief skill-based interventions, crisis screenings, documentation, and collaboration with licensed clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to promote safety, hope, and