Co-Response Clinician

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

403(b)

Educational assistance

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network, Inc. seeks a Co-Response Clinician to deliver community-based crisis intervention in partnership with law enforcement.

You will assess, stabilize, and support individuals in real time—meeting them where they are: in homes, shelters, hospitals, or other community settings, with most work onsite in Springfield. Requirements include a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or related field; 1+ year in crisis or mobile crisis work; licensure

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or related field.
• 1+ year of crisis intervention, mobile crisis, or community mental health experience (preferred).
• Licensed - LICSW, LCSW or licensed eligible - LMHC (preferred) - if not licensed obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensures timely shift engagement and readiness for mobile dispatch.
• Maintains full understanding and compliance with daily shift expectations.
• Conducts comprehensive, face-to-face, community-based clinical risk and stabilization assessments.
• Works collaboratively with law enforcement, EMS, providers, and support networks.
• Enters information into the DMH Jail Diversion Program (JDP) state database as appropriate.
• Creates paperwork related to services with high quality and timely completion by end of shift.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Mobile crisis

Community mental health

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Licensure eligible (LICSW/LCSW or LMHC)

Job description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence in communities throughout the state, we are currently seeking a Co Response Clinician to join our team and help advance our mission of empowering people to live healthier, more fulfilling lives. You will deliver community-based crisis intervention services in partnership with law enforcement through the co-responder model. You will assess, stabilize, and support individuals in real-time—meeting them where they are: in homes, shelters, hospitals, or other community settings.

Location: 75 Dwight Street Springfield/Mobile

What You’ll Do:

As a Co-Response Clinician you will deliver community-based crisis intervention services to youth and adults experiencing urgent behavioral health needs. You will assess, stabilize, and support individuals in real-time—meeting them where they are: in homes, shelters, hospitals, or other community settings but will most likely be onsite in Springfield. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting difference while collaborating with a skilled multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures timely shift engagement and consistent readiness for mobile dispatch.
• Maintains full understanding and compliance with daily shift expectations.
• Conducts comprehensive, face-to-face, community-based clinical risk and stabilization
• Works collaboratively with law enforcement, EMS, existing providers, and support networks.
• Engages with collateral contacts and consults with on-call supervisor regarding disposition.
• Enters information into the Department of Mental Health (DMH) Jail Diversion Program (JDP) state database, as appropriate.
• Creates paperwork related to services that is high quality and timely. All documentation must be completed by the end of shift on the day of the service.

What We Offer:

• Purpose-Driven Work – Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.
• Professional Growth – Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations.
• Supportive Team Culture – Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
• Stability & Opportunity – Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work – Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

Who You Are:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field (required)
• 1+ years of experience working in crisis intervention, mobile crisis or community mental health setting (preferred)
• Licensed - LICSW, LCSW or licensed eligible - LMHC (preferred) - If not licensed obtain within 6 months of hire
• Ability to conduct rapid clinical assessments and respond calmly in high-stress situations
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required (community-based role)
• Flexible, adaptable, and committed to BHN’s mission and values

We Hire for HEART!

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care, building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core values—Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork—guide how we lead, serve, and support one another. If you’re ready to bring your skills and experience to a mission-driven organization where your work can make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Shift: 32 hours a week - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 4:00pm-12:30am and Saturday 8am-4:30pm

Pay: $40 per hour

Masters or better.

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