Crisis Intervention Specialist — Co-Responder

Wyandot Behavioral Health Network; Kansas City (KS); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Wyandot Behavioral Health Network is seeking a CIT Co-Responder to work with the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Department. The role emphasizes crisis stabilization, de‑escalation, and linkage to community resources for adults and youth with mental health or substance use concerns.

Based in the community with an office and vehicle provided by the Sheriff’s Department, the position requires a 40-hour work week and completion of a 40-hour CIT Officer Training within six months.

Qualifikationen

• Must have crisis intervention experience.
• Familiarity with trauma‑informed systems of care.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and agencies.

Aufgaben

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and crisis intervention with individuals.
• Coordinate referrals to mental health, substance use and social services.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and crisis intervention teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records and reports.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Cultural sensitivity

Relationship building

Program development

Safety protocols

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in social work or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Wyandot Behavioral Health Network is seeking a CIT Co-Responder to work with the Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Department. The role emphasizes crisis stabilization, de‑escalation, and linkage to community resources for adults and youth with mental health or substance use concerns.

Based in the community with an office and vehicle provided by the Sheriff’s Department, the position requires a 40-hour work week and completion of a 40-hour CIT Officer Training within six months.