What are the responsibilities and job description for the Co-Responder with the Sheboygan Police Department position at Elevate?
New opportunity just opened up- part time Co-Responder position- 16-20 hours per month. Every other Sunday. The Co-responder partners with law enforcement, community service providers, and other first responders to provide trauma-sensitive, person-centered crisis intervention and de-escalation, assessment, support planning, and connection with community resources to individuals experiencing a crisis in the community. The Co-responder provides outreach, follow-up, and community support for those impacted by mental health and substance use. The position works out of the Sheboygan Police Department.
Pay Range: $21-28/hr and shift differentials.
Essential Functions:
Respond to emergency and/or police-based calls for services in the community
Provide community-based triage, crisis intervention & de-escalation, assessment, support planning, and linkage to resources
Provide follow-up contacts in individuals engaged with emergency services
Collaborate with internal partners (law enforcement, dispatch, county) to facilitate communication, effective response, and improve service delivery
Act as a liaison for community resources
Utilize a trauma-sensitive, person-centered, and zero suicide approach when working with individuals and their supports
Participate in patrol briefings, de-briefings, ride-alongs, and proactive community outreach with police personnel
Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and data collection
Maintain training, education, and best practice requirements, per WI Chapter 34 as well as any credentials held by the individual
Qualified applicants will have:
Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health or related field
Knowledge of behavioral health, substance use, and co-occurring diagnoses
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Experience or training in crisis intervention, preferred
Ability to demonstrate cultural competence
Strong understanding and implementation of self-care practices
Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws, rules & regulations affecting Crisis Intervention
Ability to collaborate and work as a part of an interdisciplinary team
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to and passion for Elevate’s mission.
Pre-employment criminal background check, employment background check and drug screening required.
Salary : $21 - $28
