MCIS Police Co-Response Clinician

Summary

The Mobile Crisis Intervention Specialist – Police Co-responder will utilize their knowledge of behavioral health and experience with utilizing de-escalation and problem solving to intervene with police for individuals/families experiencing a behavioral health crisis. This individual will also utilize their knowledge of systems (i.e. DMH/ DDS/ DYS/ DCF) and CBHI services as well as the Wraparound process to provide clinical care and support to prevent hospitalization and stabilize individuals in the community.  S/he is directly responsible to the Mobile Crisis Intervention Manager.

SCHEDULE: MONDAY - FRIDAY / 8AM-4PM

Child and Family Services recognizes the power in Diversity and believes that Equity is a Human Right.

$1 per hour Language Differential! (eligible languages include: Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Spanish or ASL)

Child & Family Services carefully considers a wide range of factors when determining compensation including, but not limited to, prior experience, education, certification(s), license(s), skills and expertise, location, internal equity and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Our goal is to support, reward and compensate the entire individual. Depending on role eligibility, your offer may include a bonus or other incentives. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.

Job Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Quickly assess and provide brief solution focused interventions utilizing de-escalation techniques and supportive counseling to intervene with individuals/families in a behavioral health crisis.
• Work in conjunction with police and first responders to assist with advocacy and addressing safety concerns quickly and with flexibility to respond to multiple crises
• Work collaboratively with partners, (i.e. LEAD program, CCIT, HUB) to provide assessment, stabilization, and community based supports referrals and linkages to all appropriate services
• Complete collateral contacts with an individual’s providers to ensure continuity of care
• Assist with safety planning over the course of the six day intervention period and outside the evaluation/intervention period

As Needed Responsibilities

• Complete intake data form by telephone or in person either on site or at outreach locations
• Confirm health care coverage
• Conduct comprehensive mental health status exam for youth and adults utilizing an admissions/screening instrument which includes providing a diagnosis in accordance with the DSM IV and DSMV
• Telephone screening and consultations
• Understanding of different treatment modalities that can be applied to stabilize clients in their home and prevent hospitalization
• Consult with clinic director/administrator on call and or consulting psychiatrist prior to disposition plan to include outpatient services, hospitalization or hospital diversion
• Participate in regularly scheduled clinical supervision, staff meetings, staff development, and training curriculum

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Due to the nature of the work and client needs, the MCIS Police Co-Responder may, at times, need to work beyond a forty hour work week. This description is for all 3 shifts and for the overnight is considered an awake overnight position.

All 24 hour programs are considered essential staff.  Essential staff is defined as personnel who are expected to report to work as scheduled on holidays and during any emergency situation and/or agency closing (i.e. inclement weather) to ensure the ongoing operations of the program.  Additionally, essential staff may be required to remain on shift or work an additional shift until relief staff is available.

Required Education and Experience

The person holding this position must have a Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field and must be professionally licensed or license eligible in the state of Massachusetts.

Cultural Competency Qualifications

• Awareness of personal attitudes, beliefs, biases, and assumptions about others 
• Knowledge of the various dimensions of diversity, including gender, race, and ethnicity 
• Acknowledging that people from other cultural groups may not share the same beliefs and practices or perceive experiences in the same way 
• Cultural knowledge of key populations that will be served to address disparities in service delivery
• Demonstrates positive attitudes towards cultural differences by showing respect and openness towards people whose social and cultural background is different from one's own 
• Demonstrates skills for communication and interaction across cultures, including the ability to recognize and manage personal behaviors, moods, and impulses to create an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming climate within the agency 

Travel Required

Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation that meets CFS Driver Policy. Travel is required to provide services in different settings and to attend agency meetings, events, and trainings

Benefits:

• Benefit eligible at 20 hours per week
• Medical – Harvard Pilgrim/HealthPlans Inc.
• Dental – Delta Dental of MA
• Vision - EyeMed
• Wellworks for You (Employee Wellness)
• 2 weeks’ vacation accrued over 1st year, 3 weeks after 3 years, 4 weeks after 5 years and 5 weeks after 20 years
• 12 Sick Days, 10 Paid Holidays, and 2 Personal Days per year
• Tuition reimbursement – Up to $1,500 per calendar year
• Professional Licensure reimbursement (LICSW, LMHC)
• Flexible spending accounts – save on medical expenses and dependent care!
• 401K – CFS matches first 1% at 100%; 2%-6% of annual earnings are matched at 50%
• 100% Employer paid Life Insurance
• 100% Employer paid Long Term Disability and AD&D
• 24-hour travel assistance, mileage reimbursement, discounted Healthtrax gym membership, and employee appreciation events!

Child and Family Services, Inc. values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages applicants from the BIPOC, LGBTQ , AAPI, Hispanic, Latinx and Veteran communities to apply for employment. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, gender, sex,( including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $30 - $33