What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Co-Responder (Kansas City) position at BBH Burrell Behavioral Health?
Job Description:
Job Title: Co-Responder
Location: Independence, MO (Kansas City area)
Time Type: Full Time
Department: Crisis Services
Job Summary:
Do you have a Master's Degree (or higher) in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related Behavioral Health field of study? Are you passionate about providing crisis intervention and support for persons experiencing crisis? Join our team at Burrell Behavioral Health as a Co-Responder!
As a Co-Responder, you'll collaborate with the Blue Springs Police Department to ensure that identified individuals are provided with the opportunity to access recommended behavioral health treatment. Your main responsibilities will include crisis intervention, safety planning, service assessment and referral, resource navigation, and brief case management services to assist with continuity of care.
Kansas City offers a high quality of life, affordable housing, excellent schools, and endless opportunities for entertainment, culture, and outdoor activities. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and advancing your career!
Position Perks & Benefits:
- Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**
- Paid time off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay
- Mileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travel
- Top-notch training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
- Career mobility - advancement opportunities/promoting from within
- Welcoming, warm, supportive - a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Independence Police Department to provide crisis intervention and support for persons experiencing crisis
- Ensure identified individuals are provided with the opportunity to access recommended behavioral health treatment
- Conduct crisis intervention, safety planning, service assessment and referral, resource navigation, and brief case management services to assist with continuity of care
- Adhere to all safety guidelines and officer directives regarding safety or scene security
- Document and track interventions appropriately according to all agency standards and governing regulations
- Assist law enforcement with Involuntary Detention procedures when appropriate
- Provide or assist with training and consultation on behavioral health issues for Springfield Police Department
Education and/or Experience Qualifications:
- Master's Degree (or higher) in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related Behavioral Health field of study
- Preferred crisis intervention experience
- Ability to pass a background check as required by Springfield Police Department
Additional Qualifications:
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Passion for crisis intervention and supporting persons in crisis
- Understanding of safety protocols and ability to adhere to officer directives
- Attention to detail and ability to document and track interventions appropriately
- Willingness to provide training and consultation on behavioral health issues
Brightli is on a Mission:
At Brightli, we are dedicated to improving client care, reducing the financial burden of community mental health centers through shared resources, increasing access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and evolving the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.
Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
