Community Support Specialist/Police Liaison - Crisis Services - Brattleboro
About The Position
Seeking a Police Liaison to be embedded with Brattleboro PD to respond to mental health, substance use, domestic violence, and other social service related calls with law enforcement in order to provide immediate support and resource connection. The Police Liaison (PL) adheres to HCRS policy and complies with federal, state, and local regulations and supports program philosophy as well. A Police Liaison’s workload will vary according to HCRS’s programs’ needs, police department’s needs and supervisor’s discretion. Police Liaisons are expected to work with other HCRS staff, various community agencies and systems in order to assist individuals with their connection to community resources. The job description is not meant to be all-encompassing, nor should it be considered a detailed account of every aspect of the job. Programmatic changes and individuals’ needs may lead to additional duties and tasks. Other duties may be required and will be assigned as needed by supervisor. All HCRS employees are committed to doing quality work and strive for excellence.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree plus one to two years related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- An understanding of family systems, mental health, developmental disabilities, behavior management, substance use, procedures for maintaining confidentiality, and other areas
- Strong written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to listen effectively
- Demonstrate respect and a caring attitude towards all
- A valid driver’s license and reliable car
- Strong belief in individuals’ self-determination and a respect for all people
- Possess positive attitudes and an ability to work well with individuals receiving services, other providers, law enforcement and staff members
- Demonstrate a can-do approach to difficult problems
- Pursue professional growth and development in order to improve knowledge and to better support individuals' mental health, developmental disabilities, civil liberties, and legal issues
- Ability to stay calm in stressful situations and can maintain a sense of humor
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree from a four year college or university with professional experience in human services
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Knowledge of law enforcement culture
Responsibilities
- Provide an array of supports to individuals including, but not limited to, assisting individuals with various challenges (financial, medical, legal, transportation, food, employment, etc.) and helping them to connect with community resources and care providers
- Provide assistance to law enforcement, in the form of individual and family support, to ensure that people are connected to the proper system of care
- Provide emergency support to community members who are in crisis or have experienced a trauma in which law enforcement officers are involved
- Travel to and from various work sites
- May be required to transport individuals receiving services
- Perform other duties as required and assigned by supervisor
Benefits
- 4 weeks of paid time off (pro-rated)
- 12 sick days per year
- 9 holidays per year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
