LPHA Mental Health Deputy Co-Responder
About The Position
This position serves as a licensed behavioral health clinician with the Collin County Sheriff’s Office. The clinician responds to referrals and on-scene calls in partnership with Collin County Mental Health Deputies. The role may involve intensive crisis situations, emergency services, and long or irregular work hours. The clinician identifies behavioral health needs, assesses crises, and coordinates access to appropriate treatment options in the least restrictive environment, collaborating with the individual, their family or support system, and law enforcement. Assessment and treatment decisions use a person- and family-centered approach, trauma-informed practices, and culturally and linguistically appropriate care. The position is based at the Crisis Center in McKinney, Texas, and is scheduled Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Employees may need to work outside their typical schedule, including occasional day, evening, or weekend hours, to complete assignments or meet with individuals, families, or stakeholders. Employees who need to use paid time off due to unforeseen circumstances are expected to notify their supervisor within four hours of their regularly scheduled work time. The clinician is expected to complete timely, thorough documentation and assigned follow-ups, communicate a shift report at the end of each shift, attend monthly team meetings, and collaborate effectively with community partners. Documentation must be completed concurrently and signed by the end of the shift. The target is for 90% of full chart reviews to score 80 or higher. The employee must complete required Life Path Systems and Collin County Sheriff’s Office training upon hire and annually. Other duties may be assigned to support program needs and partnership collaboration.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field.
- Full, unrestricted Texas license as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT; licensed associates or interns may be considered depending on the timeframe to full licensure.
- At least 2 years of experience in behavioral health crisis assessment and/or response.
- At least 3 years of clinical experience working with individuals with serious mental illness and/or substance-use-related issues.
- Valid Texas driver’s license.
- Must undergo and pass a background check with the Collin County Sheriff’s Office.
- Ability to respond calmly and in a solution-oriented manner to stressful, high-pressure situations, including potentially dangerous or emotional situations, and use de-escalation techniques.
- Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to meet program needs, including late evenings and weekends.
- Skill in crisis intervention techniques and communication.
- Ability to respond to individuals with patience, empathy, and understanding.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team, provide and receive direction, and take initiative.
- Ability to communicate effectively about behavioral health needs and services.
- Ability to work under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
- Knowledge of the social services system and ability to guide staff in connecting individuals with appropriate services, including resources for people experiencing housing instability.
- Knowledge of the current version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).
- Knowledge of UM Guidelines, Texas Administrative Code, and Info Item V Standards.
- Organized, detail-oriented, computer proficient, and able to write clearly and professionally.
- Ability to assess individual needs, coordinate services, communicate effectively, and train others.
- Strong time-management, organization, documentation, and teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous work experience, partnership, or collaboration with law enforcement is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Assess and triage community crisis situations.
- Follow individuals from a crisis episode into appropriate care and provide outreach and follow-up as assigned.
- Coordinate access to treatment options in the least restrictive environment, collaborating with individuals, families or support systems, and law enforcement.
- Complete timely, thorough documentation concurrently and sign it by the end of the shift.
- Complete assigned follow-ups at appropriate intervals.
- Communicate a shift report at the end of each shift.
- Submit monthly reporting in accordance with contract requirements.
- Complete required training for Life Path Systems and the Collin County Sheriff’s Office upon hire and annually.
- Attend monthly team meetings.
- Collaborate with community partners and contribute to teamwork and partnership needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support program needs and partnership collaboration.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
