Crisis Intervention Specialist Trainer/ CPI Trainer

Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Crisis Intervention Specialist Trainer or CPI Trainer to lead training sessions focused on crisis management, behavioral health, and therapeutic interventions. This role involves delivering comprehensive training programs to healthcare professionals, social workers, and community care providers, equipping them with essential skills to manage crises effectively. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in mental health counseling, behavioral therapy, and crisis intervention techniques, with a strong background in working with diverse populations, including individuals with developmental disabilities and those experiencing PTSD or addiction issues. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by enhancing the quality of patient care and community support through expert training and education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver comprehensive CPI (Crisis Prevention and Intervention) training programs tailored to various professional groups
• Conduct workshops on behavioral management, crisis management, and trauma-informed care strategies
• Provide expert guidance on clinical counseling techniques, including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, grief counseling, and group therapy
• Train staff in the use of medical documentation, HIPAA compliance, ICD coding (ICD-9/10), CPT coding, and medical terminology for accurate record-keeping
• Educate participants on patient assessment, triage procedures, case management, and intake processes in behavioral health settings
• Facilitate simulations and role-playing exercises to reinforce crisis intervention skills
• Evaluate training effectiveness through data collection and feedback mechanisms to continuously improve program delivery
• Stay current with research developments in mental health, applied behavior analysis, autism spectrum disorders, and other relevant fields
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure best practices in acute care, patient care planning, and behavioral health interventions

Skills

• Extensive experience in psychotherapy, clinical counseling, and behavioral therapy techniques
• Proficiency in crisis intervention strategies and crisis management protocols
• Strong background in working with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), PTSD, addiction issues, grief processing, and mental health counseling
• Knowledge of medical records management, ICD/ICD-10 coding systems, CPT coding, HIPAA regulations, and medical documentation standards
• Ability to conduct effective patient assessments and triage in high-pressure environments
• Skilled in data collection for research purposes and program evaluation
• Excellent communication skills for delivering engaging training sessions to diverse audiences
• Experience working within residential care environments is preferred
• Familiarity with case management practices and group therapy facilitation techniques

This role is integral to advancing crisis intervention capabilities across healthcare settings by providing expert-led training grounded in evidence-based practices. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for education within behavioral health disciplines while maintaining professionalism and adherence to regulatory standards.

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 24.0 per week

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to commute between the Santa Ana & Garden Grove locations?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• CPI: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPI Certification (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Santa Ana, CA 92705 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $25