Crisis Response Clinician—Police Co-Response

Advocates; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Advocates is hiring a clinician for a crisis intervention role embedded with a police agency, co-responding to 911 calls and assisting officers with individuals in crisis. The position requires a Master’s in counseling and at least two years of crisis experience, with a valid driver's license and a schedule of Monday through Friday, 1pm–9pm.

Eligible external candidates may receive a $3,000 sign-on bonus or $4,000 if bilingual or LICSW.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in related counseling field with at least two years of crisis intervention experience.
• Must hold a valid driver's license with access to insured vehicle.
• Excellent client intake, interviewing and assessment skills.
• Proactive, ethical, creative and enthusiastic approach and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain satisfactory working relationships with employees and providers.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of serving diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Accompany first-responding officers to call-out situations, serving as clinical liaison.
• Provide psychiatric and substance abuse evaluation in various settings.
• Provide crisis intervention services including crisis case management and short-term counseling.
• Maintain linkages with community services and refer individuals to appropriate services.
• Develop knowledge of managed care and health insurance systems; advise clinicians.
• Participate in cross training of police personnel and JDP team members.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Driver's license

Education

Master's Degree in counseling

Job description

Advocates is hiring a clinician for a crisis intervention role embedded with a police agency, co-responding to 911 calls and assisting officers with individuals in crisis. The position requires a Master’s in counseling and at least two years of crisis experience, with a valid driver's license and a schedule of Monday through Friday, 1pm–9pm.

Eligible external candidates may receive a $3,000 sign-on bonus or $4,000 if bilingual or LICSW.