Peralta

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Overview

Peralta LLC is a new provider of I/DD Diversion services in Spokane County. We are seeking dedicated, strong, and compassionate Crisis Stabilization Professionals / CBTs to provide immediate behavioral health support and stabilization for adults with developmental disabilities who experience high-intensity and challenging behavioral health crises.

This role combines hands-on support, safety oversight, and behavioral intervention to help adults manage crises, develop coping skills, and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment. This is a clinical, intervention-focused position, not a custodial or supervisory role. You will be working in a fast-paced setting delivering evidence-based interventions, coordinating care, and supporting clients through their stabilization process.

This is a demanding but highly rewarding position for professionals who are confident, resilient, and committed to client-centered care within a multidisciplinary team.

SHIFTS

• Day Shift 7am-3pm
• Swing Shift 3pm-11pm
• Grave Shift 11pm-7am

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine immediate needs and develop individualized crisis intervention plans.
• Implement functional assessment/ positive behavioral support plans (fa/pbsp's)
• Provide crisis management and stabilization services utilizing techniques such as applied behavioral analysis therapy, motivational interviewing, and behavioral therapy.
• Deliver individual and group counseling sessions focused on trauma, grief, PTSD, addiction, or developmental disabilities.
• Collaborate with medical professionals to coordinate care, including documentation adhering to HIPAA regulations and accurate medical records management.
• Assist with triage processes to prioritize cases based on severity and urgency.
• Collect data related to patient progress and treatment outcomes for ongoing research and quality improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate intake procedures and facilitate transitions to appropriate inpatient services as needed.
• Support patients with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual, and developmental disabilities through tailored behavioral management strategies.
• Engage in case management activities, including home and community care coordination, ensuring comprehensive support for clients across settings.
• Provide direct support to adults during crisis situations and daily routines.

Skills

• Proven experience in behavior modification, clinical counseling within behavioral health settings.
• Strong knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and crisis management protocols.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care approaches such as PTSD care, grief counseling.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, or autism spectrum disorder.
• Ability to perform patient assessments accurately using medical terminology and data collection software.
• Excellent data collection skills for tracking treatment progress and research purposes.
• Proficiency in medical documentation practices while maintaining confidentiality per HIPAA standards.
• Effective communication skills for working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams in acute care environments.
• Knowledge of applied behavior analysis (ABA), behavior management strategies, and group/ social skills building and interaction is preferred. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health crises while working within a supportive team dedicated to excellence in behavioral health services.
• Strong crisis de-escalation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to implement behavior intervention plans consistently and safely.
• Data collection and documentation skills (for behavior tracking and incident reporting)
• excellent communication skills, including with non-verbal adults
• Strong team collaboration and professionalism.
• Empathy, patience, and resilience in stressful environments.

Attributes

• Strong understanding of behavior support, prevention, and de-escalation strategies.
• Excellent observation, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with adults who present high-intensity behaviors in a structured and therapeutic manner.
• Physically able to assist with lifting and mobility support as needed.
• Compassionate, patient, confident, and emotionally resilient.
• Team-oriented with a strong sense of professionalism, communication and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications (preferred but not required – we can assist with obtaining).

• NAR, HCA, or CNA license.
• 40-Hour CORE / 75-Hour Certificate.
• Nurse Delegation (CORE / NAR).
• CPR Certification
• Food Handler’s Permit.
• 40-hour certified Technician Training / RBT Training (preferred)
• Associate or bachelor's degree in human services phycology, social work, behavioral health or related field (preferred).
• MANDT Training
• Community Protection Training
• Certified Behavior Therapist (CBT)
• Supervision experience under a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Required Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (required).
• Open Availability is a must
• Minimum High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Experience working with individuals who exhibit high-risk or challenging behaviors (required).
• Ability to remain calm, firm, and professional in high-stress or crisis situations.
• Valid Driver’s License (required).
• Open availability, including weekends.
• Strong ability to follow written plans and implement behavior strategies consistently.
• Physical ability to assist adults safely and respond to crises.
• Background check clearance (criminal history, adult/ child abuse registry)
• Background in crisis intervention, behavior support, or stabilization services.