Crisis Intervention Specialist

About Manhattan Behavioral Center

New York City’s Leading Transdisciplinary ABA ® Center for Children with Autism

Our collaborative and transdisciplinary ABA ® framework, consists of applied behavior analysis, special education, speech language therapy, physical and occupational therapy, sensory integration, group and social interaction, and family support for children – ages 5 to 21 – with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodiversities.

Our core values guide our day-to-day actions:

A Transdisciplinary ABA ® Approach

At MBC we know that to extract the most potential out of our students everyone must work to achieve the same goal. This is why our Transdisciplinary ABA ® model which centers around ongoing and free-flowing communication between the families, teachers, supervisors, and related service providers is so vital.

Responsibility

We feel a strong responsibility and are committed to building a better and more inclusive world for our students, family, and community.

Enhance

We provide evidence-based treatment plans to significantly improve everyone’s quality of life.

Join Our Team

Manhattan Behavioral Center (MBC) is seeking a positive, dynamic Crisis Intervention Specialist that is interested in joining a therapeutic team where the goal is to offer every child the opportunity to thrive.

Why Choose Us?

- MBC has created a workplace that is inclusive and diverse - where everyone can be their authentic self, and where authenticity is celebrated
- We have an open-door policy which reflects our commitment to transparent and flexible communication between managers and team members
- Data informs decisions, and we are constantly learning, creating, and evolving to meet the needs of the children
- We are humble and have the mindset of being better today than we were yesterday
- Strong commitment to growth with 5 professional development days per year
- Ongoing support from present and dedicated supervisors
- Opportunities for growth across all companies
- Generous benefits that include:

Paid time off (PTO) in addition to company closures the last week of December and Spring break in April
- Affordable health insurance plans to support employee well-being
- Employer retirement plan
- Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
- MBC supports employee growth. As part of our team, you’ll have access to educational opportunities at Capella University, plus scholarships and offers to help you save on tuition

If our company culture matches your values, come join the team at Manhattan Behavioral Center!

Job Details

Job Type

Full Time Crisis Intervention Specialist Staff

Job Hours

Monday through Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Job Location

Manhattan, NY

Job Compensation

$45-$47k per yr based on education, experience, and certifications

Your Impact Here at MBC

- Hands-on crisis support for students and therapists during behavioral episodes to set a tone of stability and control during daily activities.
- Engage and use Safety Care Intervention holds/transport or disengagement tactics for students during behavioral episodes. This may mean physically intervening after being trained thoroughly, to help deescalate children when they become a danger to themselves or others.
- Create an environment that promotes individual success and independence
- Participate in professional development and training in the safe management of students in crisis.
- Maintain a professional and calm demeanor during behavioral episodes.
- Maintain clear and concise communication with the On-Call supervisor and the rest of the supervisory team
- Collaborate with staff working directly with students to produce the best possible outcomes during and after a crisis.
- Act as a liaison between staff, the nurse, case manager, facilities, and administration.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

- High School Diploma; Bachelor’s preferred
- Experience working with children on the autism spectrum with challenging behaviors
- Experience collaborating with others in a professional and respectful environment
- Safety Care, CPI, SCIP or crisis management experience required (will be trained on specific procedures here at MBC as well)

Manhattan Behavioral Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Manhattan Behavioral Center strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Manhattan Behavioral Center complies with the relevant country laws governing employment nondiscrimination in all our international offices. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.