Bilingual Crisis Liaison for Police & Victims

Paycom - ATS; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Work-life benefits

Job summary

Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) is seeking a Central Falls Police Liaison to join an on-scene crisis intervention team. The role partners with law enforcement to provide screening, information, emotional support, and referrals for victims of crime and residents in behavioral health crisis in the community.

The position requires a 4-year degree and bilingual English/Spanish abilities. Evening shift, evidence-based crisis services, and collaboration with multiple agencies are central to the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, mental health, criminal justice or related field required.
• Experience working with law enforcement strongly preferred.
• Excellent crisis management and intervention skills.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Possession of valid driver's license, reliable transportation and proof of current automobile insurance.
• English/Spanish verbal and written bilingual skills required.
• Ability to utilize a computer, the internet, and EMR to complete documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to take initiative and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Central Falls community highly preferred.
• Prior experience working with trauma victims preferred.
• Second shift work required.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-scene crisis intervention and triage in coordination with law enforcement.
• Offer emotional support and referrals for victims of crime and behavioral health crises.
• Utilize EMR for documentation and coordinate with partners.
• Follow up with clients to connect to treatment and basic needs resources.

Skills

Crisis management

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, mental health, criminal justice or related field

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) is seeking a Central Falls Police Liaison to join an on-scene crisis intervention team. The role partners with law enforcement to provide screening, information, emotional support, and referrals for victims of crime and residents in behavioral health crisis in the community.

The position requires a 4-year degree and bilingual English/Spanish abilities. Evening shift, evidence-based crisis services, and collaboration with multiple agencies are central to the