About this opportunity
Town of Barnstable lists this Barnstable Police Department Co-Response Clinician opportunity in hyannis, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Co-Response ClinicianEmbedded in the Barnstable Police Department, the Co-Response Clinician will work alongside police officers and provide crisis response to individuals in need. Co-response clinicians offer on-scene de-escalation, support, assessment of mental status and social functioning, and determine the level of risk to self and others.
Responsibilities:
Works collaboratively to assist and support law enforcement on calls involving individuals in a mental health/substance use-related crisisParticipate in regular ride-alongs with partner police departmentCoordinates and facilitates monthly Co-Response Program Operations MeetingsWorks closely with community members who are in crisis, identifying signs of mental health conditions, emotional dysregulation, and substance usePerforms risk assessments and crisis intervention and employs de-escalation techniquesProvides community-based care through effective and efficient in-person responses, telephone support, and referralsThoroughly documents all clinician interventions and follow-up care neededProvides informal and formal training to law enforcement and dispatchersCollects and enters data on interventions performed in the DMH database and clinical notes programEngages with training and professional development to enhance clinical, law enforcement, and justice system knowledgeDesired Skills:Understanding of grief and traumaExcellent client assessment and intervention skillsProactive, creative, ethical, and enthusiastic approach and strong interpersonal skillsExcellent de-escalation skillsAbility to work as a member of an interdisciplinary teamResponsive with follow through on individual tasksAbility to learn how to complete a rapid risk assessmentDemonstrates understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populationsAbility to establish rapport with consumers, family members, law enforcement and service providersRequirements:Master's degree in counseling, psychology, or related field.Two years' experience in crisis workExperience collaborating with law enforcement (preferred)Knowledge of trauma-informed responses to mental health crisesKnowledge of MA laws relevant to police-response to individuals in crisisDemonstrated knowledge of varying social and behavioral health services and the nature of the treatment, rehabilitation, and support they offerMust adhere to principles and codes of ethics
Worksite address
hyannis, MA, 02601, US
Who can apply
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