Position Overview The Opportunity Alliance is seeking a Relief Crisis Intervention Specialist to join the Mobile Outreach team to provide short-term, trauma-informed, stabilization services to adults experiencing a mental health or co-occurring crisis as an alternative to psychiatric hospitalization.

At The Opportunity Alliance, we are dedicated to "Helping People Reach for a Brighter Future." Our mission is to work collaboratively with individuals, families, and communities to build better lives and stronger communities through advocacy, leadership, and support. If you are looking to be on the front lines of critical mental health care, we invite you to apply for the Relief Mobile Crisis Intervention Specialist role. 

Our Ideal Candidate 

• Has at least one year of experience in the mental health field 

• Knowledge of DSM-V

• Solid oral and written communication skills 

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Has demonstrated technical proficiency

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related discipline - or - Associates Degree in related discipline 2 years of relevant experience - or - High School Diploma or GED 5 years relevant work experience. 

• MHRT is required for position you must pass CNA registry check

• MHRT-CSP (crisis services provider) certification or ability to achieve within 30 days of employment required.

• Provide crisis assessment and immediate intervention to stabilize individuals experiencing mental health crises.

• Coordinate with individuals, families, and community supports to address emergency psychiatric needs and short-term follow-up.

• Foster effective communication among crisis services staff, agency programs, police, community providers, and stakeholders.

• Attend staff meetings as needed for continuity of care, participate in other relevant meetings, and maintain positive work relationships.

• Demonstrate proactive conflict resolution skills and utilize self-care strategies to address secondary traumatization.

• Ensure all actions align with trauma-informed, trauma-sensitive, and recovery-oriented principles.

• Deliver services directly (face-to-face) and through alternative systems (phone, electronic media).

Benefits 

• Generous paid time off accrual

• 9 paid holidays per calendar year and up to 3 floating holidays per calendar year 

• Excellent medical benefits at very reasonable cost 

• Dental and Vision insurance options 

• Agency paid basic life insurance and STD & LTD disability insurances 

• 403(b) retirement with a generous agency match (all employees are eligible)

• Tuition Reimbursement – offered once per year through an application process

• The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Why Work for TOA?

At The Opportunity Alliance, we're dedicated to helping people reach for a brighter future. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission of building better lives and stronger communities. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and appreciated.

Your Next Steps

If you are ready to make a difference and embark on a rewarding career with us, apply now. We look forward to working together to create positive change in the lives of those we serve.

The Opportunity Alliance is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.