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Rock County

Human Services Professional III - Beloit Police Department Crisis Co-Responder

Rock County, Janesville, Wisconsin, United States, 53546

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Hours of work

Week 1: Sun, Tue–Fri; Week 2: Mon–Thu, Sat, 1:00 pm–9:30 pm. Night/weekend differential: Human Service Professionals working in the Crisis Unit or AODA Program between 7:00 pm–7:00 am, Monday through Thursday or between 7:00 pm Friday and 7:00 am Monday will be paid a night/weekend differential of $2.65 per hour for each night or weekend hour worked.

Overview

Provides person-centered behavioral health assessment, care, resources and education to individuals who are experiencing or are at risk of experiencing a behavioral health crisis. 90% or greater time will be dedicated to working with the Beloit Police Department (BPD) as an integrated member of the CIT team. Works to provide assessments, education, consultation and intervention to deescalate and/or resolve behavioral health crises in the community. Stays connected with the crisis services unit through collaboration and is responsible for reviewing and documenting in Avatar. Collaborates with internal and external colleagues. Participates in clinical and administrative meetings. Participates in Police Briefings and CIT team meetings with the police department. Supports and promotes the Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles of the Human Services Department. Performs in a manner consistent with the HSD Professional Standards and “Commitment to My Co-Workers.”

Responsibilities

80% - Provides person-centered behavioral health care services for clients experiencing a behavioral health crisis

Assess clients in crisis to determine the least restrictive disposition that will assure client safety

Assess for voluntary admission options for individuals without a funding source

Authorize Chapter 51.15 emergency detentions when appropriate

Coordinate detox admissions under 51.45 with crisis services staff to an appropriate receiving facility

Coordinate admissions, when clinically indicated, to the appropriate receiving facility

Coordinate medical clearance if required with police, referring facility, and hospital ER staff

Work with individuals and natural supports to create appropriate safety plans when clinically indicated and in consultation with the crisis supervisor

Create person-centered crisis response plans, crisis plans and updates

Coordinate client care and linkage to BH services or resources as indicated

Provide outreach and prevention/early intervention to individuals who are high utilizers of BPD services due to behavioral health concerns

Provide clinical consultation to HSD and community partners as needed to support service coordination

Compliance

10% - Ensure program and medical record compliance

Follow all departmental as well as divisional policies and procedures

Document client care in accordance with policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines

Professional Activities

5% - Participates in all clinical and administrative activities as required

Participate in case review meetings with HSD and BPD

Participates in crisis planning meetings

Participate in HSD and BPD staff meetings

Participate in meetings with supervisor as needed

Participates in Shift Report briefings with BPD

Other duties

5% - Will perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and knowledge

Knowledge of the principles and practices of behavioral health care and its application, including person-centered care, trauma-informed care, co-occurring disorders, and stages of change

Knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices pertaining to federal and state human service and behavioral health care programs

Knowledge of assessment and treatment of suicide, mental illness and substance use disorders

Knowledge of psychotropic medications, their main effects, side effects, and abuse potential

Knowledge of psycho-social rehabilitation services

Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within the agency and community

Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions

Ability to take initiative, work independently, and seek out supervision as needed

Ability to manage one's time and emotions in an environment of rapidly changing priorities

Excellent computer skills related to electronic record keeping, email, and resource identification

Education and licensing

Masters degree in behavioral health field required

LCSW, LMFT, or LPC preferred, or ability to obtain license within 3 years

Experience working with individuals with complex behavioral health needs

Must possess and maintain a current unrestricted driver's license and auto insurance

Physical elements and equipment

Physical elements: Ability to sit for long periods; some physical activity related to community-based outreach duties

Equipment use: Extensive computer use including significant typing for documentation; use of telephone, copier, and fax machine; radio issued by BPD (training provided)

Working conditions Work is generally conducted in the community with BPD, emergency departments, on scene at a residence, or at the crisis office. This position requires scheduling flexibility. Note: Potential exposure to physically or verbally abusive clients.

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