Mental Health Co-Responder (Licensed Crisis Clinician)

Johnson County Kansas • Mission, KS

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Johnson County Government is seeking a qualified candidate for a brand-new position of Co-Responder Clinician (Licensed Crisis Clinician) to work alongside the Johnson County Community College (JCCC) Police Department. This position is part of Johnson County Mental Health Center’s Emergency Services Division but will be based out of the JCCC police department. The role is ideal for clinicians who thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at crisis resolution, and are passionate about improving the intersection of law enforcement and mental health. The program aims to reduce unnecessary emergency room visits, prevent arrests, and decrease repeat mental health calls by connecting individuals with appropriate resources. The co-responder will respond to behavioral health 911 calls with JCCC officers, provide interventions in the community, and conduct follow-up outreach via phone or in person to ensure crisis resolution and identify further service needs. All in-person interventions will be accompanied by a law enforcement officer. A career with Johnson County Government offers meaningful service, excellent benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, and a positive organizational culture.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or other Human Services field and Kansas Behavioral Sciences licensure at the master’s level in the area of focus are required.
• May require a KS/MO driver’s license, depending on department or agency.
• Applicants who meet Kansas licensure requirements may be considered if Kansas licensure is obtained by time of an employment offer and licensure is pending confirmation at the time of employment application.
• Candidates must be able to meet REJIS/KCJIS requirements (for law enforcement positions) and will be required to successfully complete a background investigation, including post-offer polygraph and drug screen, as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Kansas Behavioral Sciences license at the clinical level
• One year of experience in the area of focus

Responsibilities

• Responds in person to 911 behavioral health calls alongside law enforcement to conduct an assessment to recommend appropriate level of care, including assessing individual risk for suicide and other safety related concerns, and determining the need for resource referrals.
• Completes in person or phone outreach to support individual's post-crisis with connecting to necessary services; this could also be after other 911 calls, like domestic violence, fatalities or traumatic experiences.
• May complete State Hospital Screenings for involuntary commitments to assist with keeping individuals safe and getting critical services.
• Reviews police reports and determines appropriate next steps, including follow up needs after the initial call to ensure the crisis has resolved and/or if additional resources are needed. Follow up is conducted by phone or an in-person outreach alongside a law enforcement officer.
• Collaborates with JCMHC teams and other community agencies to advocate and partner for individuals’ needs.
• Submits clinical documentation regarding services provided and makes necessary referrals to internal and external resources.
• Facilitates trainings for police department regarding co-responder role and mental health related topics; participate in presentations in the community regarding the co-responder program.

Benefits

• Wonderful benefits
• Retirement plans
• Wellness incentives
• Skill-based pay plan of up to $4200 annually for staff who have obtained licensure by the BSRB at the Clinical Level
• Mileage reimbursement provided in accordance with agency policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level