Prospect Mountain Schools is hiring for a Crisis Interventionist to provide immediate, short-term support to students experiencing emotional, behavioral, or mental-health–related crises in the K–12 school setting. This position will work collaboratively with the school social worker, administrators, counselors, school psychologists, teachers, and families to de-escalate situations, restore safety, and connect students and families with appropriate ongoing support. The role also includes proactive prevention work and data tracking in order to contribute to a safe, positive school climate. Position: Crisis Interventionist Location: Prospect Mountain Schools Age group: PK-12 Employment Type: Full-time
RESPONSIBILITIES
Crisis Response & Stabilization *Respond promptly to crisis calls across the district to assess risk and support students in acute emotional or behavioral distress, implementing evidence-based de-escalation strategies to ensure the safety of the student and school community. *Chair the Crisis Team - Provide prevention training/resources, intervention, and effective response for school staff, students, and parents during and in the aftermath of a crisis. Family & Student Support *Build relationships with students to reduce risk factors and increase protective factors. *Provide individual or small-group skill-building sessions in areas such as emotional regulation, conflict resolution, coping strategies, and stress management. *Assist with schoolwide MTSS systems and restorative practices. *Monitor students with identified risk factors and provide check-ins or targeted interventions. *Assist parents and caregivers in accessing and utilizing school and community resources. Staff Support & Training *Provide coaching and professional development to staff on de-escalation, trauma-informed practices, and behavior intervention strategies. *Participate in multidisciplinary teams such as MTSS, crisis response teams, threat assessment teams, or 504/IEP meetings as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required *Bachelor's degree in social work or related field. *Experience working with children or adolescents in educational, clinical, or social service settings. *Demonstrated skill in crisis intervention, behavior management, and de-escalation. *Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills. *Ability to remain calm and make quick, well-reasoned decisions under pressure. Interested applicants, please submit a cover letter, resume, 3 current letters of reference, transcripts, and license information to https://www.pmsau.org/o/pmsau/page/employment-district-wide EOE