Community Responder at Centennial Mental Health Center Incorporated

Sterling, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Client Engagement, Behavioral Health Care, Cultural Competence, Communication Skills, Time Management, Team Collaboration, Assessment Skills, Resource Linkage, Crisis Intervention, Strengths-Based Approach, Autonomy Support, Record Keeping, Community Outreach, Multi-Agency Coordination, Training Participation, Supervision Engagement

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description In response to referrals from local Police department staff, the Community Outreach & Response Team member provides outreach and assistance to individuals needing services and supports to help them function effectively in the community. The Community Responder links individuals to local resources and medical/ behavioral health care. The Community Responder is guided by strengths-based Recovery principles which support individual autonomy and independence. The Responder functions as part of a multi-agency team. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: Respond to law enforcement officer requests for outreach support by attempting contact with referred parties in person or by phone Assess individual needs of referred parties Provide linkage and facilitate engagement of individuals with service providers Assist individuals to obtain needed goods, services and benefits Collaborate with other Centennial service providers to engage clients in behavioral health care when appropriate Collaborate with law enforcement staff in facilitating appropriate response to individuals receiving Outreach & Response services Maintain regular communication with Police Department staff as needed to coordinate care Provide services in a variety of community settings, including client homes Maintain accurate and timely clinical records consistent with Center standards Attend required Police Department, Centennial Mental Health Center and community meetings Participate in regular supervision sessions Complete all required training as assigned by Police Department and Centennial Mental Health Center Perform other job duties as assigned Demonstrate a commitment to continuous skill development to competently serve individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Requirements EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, criminology or other human services field SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES: Ability to work well with clients presenting with complex needs Able to identify and nurture strengths and support client rights to make independent decisions Skills to serve culturally diverse populations Effective written and verbal communication skills Demonstrates effective time management and the ability to multi-task Ability to work as a team member Knowledge of basic computer literacy such as e-mail communication and word processing Ability to travel within the Center’s service area or to other locations as needed

Responsibilities

The Community Responder provides outreach and assistance to individuals referred by law enforcement, assessing their needs and linking them to local resources. They collaborate with service providers and maintain communication with police staff to coordinate care.