Crisis Co-Responder Therapist (3790)
About The Position
The Crisis Co-Responder Therapist partners with law enforcement to respond to behavioral health crises in the community. This role focuses on de-escalating crises, conducting on-scene clinical assessments, and connecting individuals to appropriate community-based services and supports. The therapist may respond in real time with law enforcement or arrive after the scene has been secured, depending on the situation. This position is part of a specialized team aimed at reducing emergency department visits, arrests, and repeat law enforcement calls by offering immediate clinical intervention and short-term follow-up care. Position Highlights: Respond to behavioral health crisis calls alongside law enforcement, providing on-site clinical support and de-escalation once the scene is safe. Conduct comprehensive crisis assessments, addressing suicide risk, substance use, psychosis, and social determinants of health (SDOH). Coordinate care and service linkage, ensuring individuals are connected to appropriate behavioral health treatment, housing, and follow-up resources. This description outlines the general scope and level of work for this role. It is not intended to include every duty or responsibility that may be required of employees in this position.
Requirements
- Master's degree in a behavioral health field (e.g., Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy), required.
- Minimum of an Associate licensed in North Carolina (e.g., LCSW-A, LCMHC-A, LMFTA, or equivalent), required
- At least two years of experience in behavioral health, required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in crisis response, community-based services, or with law enforcement partnerships is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Respond to behavioral health crisis calls in partnership with law enforcement and provide on-scene clinical support.
- Complete comprehensive crisis assessments to evaluate mental health, safety risks, and immediate service needs.
- Develop and coordinate care plans, connecting individuals to behavioral health treatment, housing, and community resources.
- Document services provided, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with community partners to support ongoing care.
Benefits
- Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
- Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
- Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental
- Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed
- An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Generous paid time off
- 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
- Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
- Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
- Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
- Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
- Advancement and Career Development Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
