Mental Health Crisis Specialist - Law Enforcement
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NORTHWESTERN COUNSELING & SUPPORT SERVICES INC
VT
Summary
The specialist will co-respond with law enforcement to provide immediate crisis intervention and supportive counseling to individuals in behavioral health distress. They will also coordinate care with community providers and document all co-response data.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Tomlinson Center - Saint Albans, VT, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $25.00 - $28.00Hourly, 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.
What You’ll Do
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
Why Join NCSS?
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
If you’re a compassionate, adaptable professional who can connect with people in challenging moments and wants to be part of something different, we’d love to hear from you!
NCSS is conveniently located near Interstate 89, approximately 30 minutes from Burlington.
EOE
Hiring rate is based on experience, education, and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined in accordance with NCSS policy and applicable laws.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master's Degree; and related training and experience.
Our Mission:
To ensure that the residents of Franklin and Grand Isle Counties have access to high quality services, which promote healthy living and emotional well-being.
Our Vision:
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS) welcome all citizens to join us in cultivating a partnership with Franklin and Grand Isle Counties and with the surrounding communities. We affirm our commitment to offer consumer directed services that are easily accessible and delivered in a comfortable setting.
To truly serve, we must work side by side with community members and other care providers offering an array of services that are available and open to all.
We embrace the role of a health care leader in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties and commit ourselves to positive outcomes to promote growth and learning. Northwestern Counseling & Support Services acknowledge that people are our community's most important asset as we challenge ourselves to build the faith and trust of those we serve.
Our Values:
•Safety
•Responsiveness
•Compassion
•Integrity
Founded
1958
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
St. Albans, VT
Our Mission:
To ensure that the residents of Franklin and Grand Isle Counties have access to high quality services, which promote healthy living and emotional well-being.
Our Vision:
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS) welcome all citizens to join us in cultivating a partnership with Franklin and Grand Isle Counties and with the surrounding communities. We affirm our commitment to offer consumer directed services that are easily accessible and delivered in a comfortable setting.
To truly serve, we must work side by side with community members and other care providers offering an array of services that are available and open to all.
We embrace the role of a health care leader in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties and commit ourselves to positive outcomes to promote growth and learning. Northwestern Counseling & Support Services acknowledge that people are our community's most important asset as we challenge ourselves to build the faith and trust of those we serve.
Our Values:
•Safety
•Responsiveness
•Compassion
•Integrity
Founded
1958
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
St. Albans, VT
