About this opportunity
Prospect Mountain JMA lists this Crisis Interventionist - Shared Services opportunity in alton, New Hampshire. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Type:
Student Support Services
Date Posted:
8/20/2026
Location:
Shared Services SAUs # 72, 86 & 301
Date Available:
2026/2027 School Year
Closing Date:
as soon as filled
Prospect Mountain Schools is hiring for a Crisis Interventionist to provide immediate, short-term support to students experiencing emotional, behavioral, or mental-health related crises in the K 12 school setting. This position will work collaboratively with the school social worker, administrators, counselors, school psychologists, teachers, and families to de-escalate situations, restore safety, and connect students and families with appropriate ongoing support. The role also includes proactive prevention work and data tracking in order to contribute to a safe, positive school climate.
Position: Crisis Interventionist
Location: Prospect Mountain Schools
Age group: PK-12
Employment Type: Full-time
RESPONSIBILITIES
Crisis Response & Stabilization
*Respond promptly to crisis calls across the district to assess risk and support students in acute emotional or behavioral distress, implementing evidence-based de-escalation strategies to ensure the safety of the student and school community.
*Chair the Crisis Team - Provide prevention training/resources, intervention, and effective response for school staff, students, and parents during and in the aftermath of a crisis.
Family & Student Support
*Build relationships with students to reduce risk factors and increase protective factors.
*Provide individual or small-group skill-building sessions in areas such as emotional regulation, conflict resolution, coping strategies, and stress management.
*Assist with schoolwide MTSS systems and restorative practices.
*Monitor students with identified risk factors and provide check-ins or targeted interventions.
*Assist parents and caregivers in accessing and utilizing school and community resources.
Staff Support & Training
*Provide coaching and professional development to staff on de-escalation, trauma-informed practices, and behavior intervention strategies.
*Participate in multidisciplinary teams such as MTSS, crisis response teams, threat assessment teams, or 504/IEP meetings as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
*Bachelor's degree in social work or related field.
*Experience working with children or adolescents in educational, clinical, or social service settings.
*Demonstrated skill in crisis intervention, behavior management, and de-escalation.
*Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
*Ability to remain calm and make quick, well-reasoned decisions under pressure.
Interested applicants, please submit a cover letter, resume, 3 current letters of reference, transcripts, and license information to
EOE
Worksite address
alton, NH, 03809, US
Who can apply
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