Co-Response Clinician (Social Worker)

Town of Brookline•Brookline, WA

14h

About The Position

The Town of Brookline Police Department is seeking a qualified Co-Response Clinician to perform professional clinical and crisis intervention services for individuals experiencing behavioral health emergencies. This position is embedded within the Police Department and co-responds with sworn officers to 911 and other calls for service. The Co-Response Clinician provides field-based clinical assessment, stabilization, referral, short-term crisis counseling, follow-up case management, and linkage to appropriate treatment and community resources. The role requires a high degree of professional judgment, the ability to function effectively in dynamic and high-stress environments, and the capacity to collaborate closely with law enforcement while maintaining appropriate clinical boundaries.

Requirements

Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a closely related field.
Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience providing crisis intervention services in inpatient, outpatient, residential, or community-based settings.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing; multilingual skills strongly preferred.
Valid Massachusetts driver's license
Knowledge of crisis intervention practices, behavioral health assessment, short-term case management, and community-based referral systems.
Knowledge of applicable behavioral health laws, regulations, ethical standards, and confidentiality requirements.
Ability to provide effective clinical assessment and intervention in both office and field environments.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a law enforcement setting while maintaining professional clinical judgment and boundaries.
Ability to remain calm, professional, and decisive in high-stress and emergency situations.
Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Proficiency with electronic records systems and standard office software.

Nice To Haves

The ideal candidate has experience serving youth and families in home-based or community settings, collaborating with law enforcement or criminal justice partners, and working effectively with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

Co-responds with police officers to 911 calls and other community crises involving behavioral health concerns; conducts clinical assessments and assists with stabilization and referrals.
Provides immediate crisis intervention, short-term crisis counseling, and follow-up case management services as appropriate.
Coordinates referrals and linkages to behavioral health treatment, social services, and community-based resources for individuals and families.
Maintains accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation, data entry, and records in accordance with program and departmental requirements.
Develops and maintains working relationships with police personnel, hospitals, courts, social service agencies, and other municipal departments.
Represents the co-response program at community meetings, task forces, trainings, and public presentations as assigned.
Provides consultation and guidance to police personnel and community partners regarding behavioral health response strategies.
Participates in Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) meetings, partner meetings, and stakeholder meetings as required.
Attends supervision, staff meetings, and required clinical and professional development trainings; maintains required licensure.
Adheres to all Police Department policies, clinical standards, safety protocols, and confidentiality requirements.
Remains alert throughout scheduled shifts and follows the direction of the police supervisor on duty during field responses.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.