Co-Responder Mental Health Clinician - Greeley Police Department
About The Position
North Range Behavioral Health and multiple Police Departments within Weld County have partnered together to create the Co-Responder program. This collaborative team will align and embed behavioral health staff in each respective police department, allowing for a behavioral health specialist to respond to the scene in the community with public safety officers. A full-time Mental Health Clinician is assigned to the team and scheduled during identified peak times for behavioral health calls. As a Co-Responder Mental Health Clinician, you will partner with law enforcement agencies to provide case consultation, crisis intervention, service coordination, and referrals/linkage to resources for individuals who are identified as having mental health/substance use-related 911 calls.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field.
- Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets insurability requirements.
- Successful completion of background, fingerprinting, and drug testing
- Annual Flu Vaccinations
- Annual TB Testing
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus.
- No prior experience is required, though it’s preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments, goal planning, and treatment for mental health and/or substance use issues, utilizing required instruments and formats within appropriate timelines.
- Develop and update strength-based treatment plans, continuing care plans, and discharge summaries; make timely referrals.
- Observe clients, assess diagnoses and mental status, and implement treatment plans based on clients’ needs and functioning levels.
- Collaborate with clinicians, law enforcement, external providers, and psychiatrists to ensure comprehensive care.
- Work with clients on safety planning, symptom management, support system identification, and risk mitigation.
- Teach clients behavioral skills, coping strategies, and problem-solving techniques to improve well-being and daily functioning.
- Support evidence-based practices to ensure effective interventions within the program.
- Provide case management and refer clients to additional resources (e.g., vocational, medical, housing, residential treatment).
- Maintain accurate electronic health records, ensuring ethical coding and billing in compliance with agency standards.
Benefits
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer contributions
- Loan forgiveness and employee referral bonuses
- Tuition assistance for professional development
- Employee wellness programs and recognition initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
