Crisis Intervention Specialist (SY26-27)

Crisis Intervention Specialist

Function: Immediate response

Position Summary:

The Crisis Intervention Specialist provides immediateshort-term on-site therapeutic and behavioral stabilization support to students experiencing significant emotional or behavioral dysregulation.

The Specialist works alongside school staff to model effective de-escalation support implementation of individualized plans and assist students in safely returning to instruction whenever possible.This position focuses on stabilization coaching and implementation rather than long-term case management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond rapidly to schools during active behavioral or emotional crises
• Implement de-escalation and co-regulation strategies
• Support safe environments for students and staff during high-intensity situations
• Assist in maintaining safety while minimizing the need for restraint
• Model effective crisis response strategies for school-based staff
• Participate in post-incident debriefs and contribute to planning

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred (education psychology social workExperience working with students with significant behavioral or emotional needs
• Licensure required (e.g DESE School School Social Worker/ School Counselor)
• Moderate special needs certification
• Training in crisis prevention/intervention (e.g. CPI Safety-Care or similar)
• Ability to remain calm and responsive in high-stress situation

Terms:BTU Group 1

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The start and end times of BPS schools vary as do the lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the Schedule A Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement.

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Required Experience:

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