Mental Health Crisis Specialist - Law Enforcement

NORTHWESTERN COUNSELING & SUPPORT SERVICES INC • St. Albans, VT

3d • $25 - $28 • Hybrid

About The Position

NCSS is seeking a Mental Health Crisis Specialist to join an exciting initiative focused on integrating mental health support into law enforcement responses. In this unique role, you’ll co-respond with the St. Albans Police Department to support individuals experiencing a mental health crisis and help connect them with the right resources and services. This is a 20-hour-per-week, part-time position ideal for someone with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and relevant clinical or behavioral health experience who is comfortable working with people from all walks of life.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master's Degree
• Related training and experience

Nice To Haves

• Comfortable working with people from all walks of life
• Compassionate, adaptable professional who can connect with people in challenging moments

Responsibilities

• Co-respond with law enforcement to individuals experiencing mental health or other behavioral health crises
• Build connections quickly with individuals who may be experiencing significant challenges
• Provide supportive counseling and crisis intervention
• Help individuals navigate mental health, healthcare, and other community systems
• Coordinate care with community providers and other support services
• Track and document data related to co-responses
• Collaborate closely with the NCSS Emergency Services Team and teams throughout the agency
• Work some non-traditional hours, primarily evenings and occasional weekends

Benefits

• Flexible part-time schedule
• Supervision toward licensure available
• Meaningful, community-based work where you can make an immediate impact
• Collaborative work alongside law enforcement and experienced behavioral health professionals
• The opportunity to help shape an innovative approach to crisis response

What This Job Offers

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