Police Based Co-Responder - Arvada

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Job description

Overview:

BONUS OPPORTUNITY ELIGIBLE

COVID VACCINATION NOTICE: All Jefferson Center employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by 10/30/2021. All persons offered a position will be required to provide valid proof of vaccination, or be approved for exemption prior to starting employment.

At Jefferson Center, it is our policy and our mission to be inclusive and mindful of the diversity of everyone who comes through our doors. We are passionate about building a community where mental health matters and equitable care is accessible to all races, ethnicities, abilities, socioeconomic statuses, ages, sexual orientations, gender expressions, religions, cultures, and languages.

Jefferson Center is seeking an Unlicensed Master's Level or Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LP) to join our growing Criminal Justice Mental Health team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and skilled clinician to work alongside the Arvada Police Department to provide early intervention assessment/de-escalation services and ongoing clinical case management to individuals in the community. As a Police Based Case Manager you will provide training and on-going education for police officers and families in the community to increase awareness of crisis de-escalation, mental health issues and intervention.

*As part of the Co-Responder program, this position includes a 5% salary differential. The differential is separate from any bonus associated with this position.*

Responsibilities:
Job Specific Competencies/Duties:Accompany APD officers on mental health related calls in the community, triage, provide crisis intervention, assess needs and provide resources, link with treatment

Assessment of all referrals to determine appropriateness for services at Jefferson Center

Provide case management services including linking to services, monitoring, follow-up, and crisis management for consumers

Provide services to meet need: office based, community based, or in the consumer's home

Make appropriate referrals to and act as liaison with community agencies, service providers, and natural support systems

Provide in-reach and out-reach at designated facilities as assigned/appropriate

Collaboration with consumers, family members, and significant others in identifying strengths and needs in identifying treatment needs

Work with consumer and family/support system for appropriate service delivery

Provide assistance in developing community-based resources for social, vocational, and leisure skills

Maintain communication and links with other Jefferson Center programs e.g. Access, Inpatient, Outpatient, Navigation and Wellness programs

Coordination for emergency services when clinically indicated/medically necessary; risk/lethality assessment (including inpatient admission)

Resource acquisition and assistance with application for benefits and entitlements in collaboration with Benefits/Navigation Team

Assist consumers with basic needs such as housing, food, clothing, medical and dental care, legal, vocational, and psychiatric services

Provide on-going training and educational opportunities for officers to increase awareness of de-escalation, mental health and intervention

Provide family members with necessary information and education to further assist clients and themselves

Participate in team meetings, clinical staffings, and clinical consultation as scheduled

Utilize clinical practice guidelines, Jefferson Center and State Division of Mental Health standards for appropriate service delivery

Appropriately screen and assess referrals for admission into the CJMH program or other Jefferson Center Networks; document, process and organize referrals in a timely manner

Coordinate consumer needs and fosters relationships while working with APD and other criminal justice representatives (jail, courts, etc…)

Manage and maintain accurate and timely data collection and documentation database

Work with management team on reports, presentations as assigned

Submit 90% of all Progress-to-Date forms within 3 working days (team specific)

Complete 95% of all paperwork by the due date

Satisfactorily complete 90% of peer review charts needing corrections within 14 calendar days (only areas for which staff is responsible)

Complete 95% of case closing within 90 days after last contact

Other Duties (Professional Growth/Development/Community/Relationships & Productivity Performance Measures):Attend mandatory in-services, compliance with individualized training plan as required

Participate in supervision by coming prepared with an agenda. Report high risk/problem cases, and utilize a problem solving approach/utilize feedback

Use language and behavior to promote dignity/respect with consumers, Jefferson Center staff and external customers

Continually strive for self-improvement and be motivated to learn new skills to benefit consumer and Jefferson Center

Attend supervision at times and intervals agreed upon with supervisor.

Ensure that fee collections meet the team goal as determined by Network Director

Meet required number of consumer service hours as determined by Network Director and/or Clinical Manager

Exhibit enthusiasm, courtesy, adaptability, flexibility, and spirit of cooperation in the work environment

Maintain effective interpersonal relations with consumers, peers, subordinates, upper management, visitors and the general public

Demonstrate cultural competency/awareness/skills in working with diverse caseload and utilizes Jefferson Center resources/trainings as needed

Effectively respond to client/consumer needs and problems, initiate and maintain positive interactions, timely response to phone calls, pages, email, etc

Work cooperatively with other community agencies, as appropriate, and in agreement with supervisor.

Volunteer to work on Jefferson Center committees

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Jefferson Center for Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications:
Relevant Education/Licensure:

Master's Degree from an accredited university/college required

Licensure preferred but not required.

CAC II or III preferred but not required

Required Work Experience:

One to two years related experience and/or training.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

Bilingual helpful but not required.

Colorado Drivers License and Current Motor Vehicle Report Required.

2021 Salary Range:

Grade 51-Master's Unlicensed Clinician$41,500 to $52,500

*Salary is determined based on years of total relevant experience

*Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE.

Grade 52-Licensed Clinician (LCSW, LMFT, LPC)$49,600 to $63,000

*Salary is determined based on years of total relevant experience

*Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE.

*As part of the Co-Responder program, this position includes a 5% salary differential. The differential is separate from any bonus associated with this position.*

BONUS OPPORTUNITY!! Three phase bonus paid out using the following schedule. Based on full time (40 hours/week). Prorate if less than 40 hours/week. Must work a minimum of 20 hours/week to be eligible for bonus.

Masters (Unlicensed)

LMFT/LPC

LCSW

$1,000 1 month anniversary

$1,000 1 year anniversary

($2,000 Total)

$1,000 1 month anniversary

$1,000 6 month anniversary

$1,000 1 year anniversary

($3,000 Total)

$2,000 1 month anniversary

$1,000 6 month anniversary

$1,000 1 year anniversary

($4,000 Total)

Benefits Include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.

Wellness Program which can qualify employee for discount on health insurance.

Paid Time Off and Paid Vacation Schedule

Supplemental Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement after one year of employment

Education and advancement opportunities within the center.

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