Job Description

Job Title: Crisis Counselor, CCP

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri

Department: CB Adult Community Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Are you passionate about helping individuals and communities recover after a disaster? Join our compassionate, collaborative team as a Crisis Counselor, CCP and play a vital role in supporting individuals, families, and communities impacted by federally declared disasters. This meaningful position offers the opportunity to provide emotional support, build community connections, educate others on healthy coping strategies, collaborate with local partners, and make a lasting difference during times of crisis. We are seeking caring, adaptable professionals with strong communication skills, empathy, and a commitment to helping others navigate challenging circumstances.

The Crisis Counselor, CCP is funded by FEMA and SAMHSA and provides outreach, emotional support, public education, community networking, and referral services to individuals affected by disasters. This role works directly with community members, organizations, and stakeholders to promote resilience, emotional recovery, and access to supportive resources.

This position offers…

· Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost

· Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel

· Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition

· Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce

· Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

· Provide emotional support, outreach services, education, and resource referrals to individuals, families, and groups affected by disasters.

· Deliver engaging presentations and educational sessions focused on disaster reactions, stress management, resilience, and coping strategies.

· Connect community members with appropriate local resources and support services to promote recovery and wellbeing.

· Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, stakeholders, and partners.

· Represent the Crisis Counseling Program (CCP) at community events, meetings, and outreach activities.

· Participate in program data collection, reporting activities, and required documentation processes.

· Complete required training and professional development activities related to disaster response and crisis counseling.

· Support program operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or GED required.

· Disaster response experience preferred.

· Understanding of disaster response services, community resources, and local support systems preferred.

· Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.

· Ability to provide support and education to individuals and groups experiencing crisis-related stress.

Additional Qualifications:

· Must be 21 years of age or older.

· Current valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current automobile insurance required.

· Successful completion of background screenings, including criminal history, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks.

· Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, as program and community needs require.

· Ability to effectively represent the program within the community and collaborate with diverse populations

Physical Requirements

· Perform primarily sedentary work involving extended periods of sitting.

· Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 10 pounds.

· Frequently use hands, fingers, and arms for typing, writing, and computer-based tasks.

· Occasionally stand and walk while conducting outreach, presentations, and other job-related activities.

· Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.