Clinical Crisis Manager

About the Employer

Clinical Crisis Lead (Sy26-27)

Position Summary

The Clinical Crisis Lead is a regional-based, itinerant clinician who provides immediate, short-term clinical intervention and consultation to schools experiencing acute student behavioral, emotional, or mental health crises. This role ensures that crisis response is clinically sound, trauma-informed, and aligned with best practices in school-based mental health.

Key Responsibilities

Respond to School-Based Crises and Lead Clinical Decision-Making in Real Time

Conduct risk assessments (e.g., suicide, self-harm, threat assessment) and assist school teams in determining appropriate levels of intervention.
Guide de-escalation and co-regulation strategies during acute incidents.
Determine need for higher levels of care (e.g., mobile crisis intervention, hospitalization).
Support re-entry planning following crisis events or hospitalization.
Consult with school teams on IEPs, FBA's, and behavior support plans.
Provide coaching to staff on trauma-informed and relationship-based practices.

Qualifications

Master's or Advanced Degree in School Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, or Counseling Licensure Required (e.g., School Psychologist, Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers LICSW, or LMHC) Experience conducting risk assessments and crisis intervention in school or clinical settings Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care and adolescent development

Terms: BTU Group 1

Please refer to https://www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohr (under "Employee Benefits and Policies") for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by unions and grade/step.

Boston Public Schools Non-Discrimination Policy

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Work Schedule

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.