Co-Response Clinician- Framingham Police Depa

About the role

The Co-Response Clinician works within the Framingham Police Department to provide crisis response to individuals in mental health/substance use-related crises. This role involves collaboration with law enforcement, community engagement, and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support law enforcement on calls involving individuals in crisis.
• Participate in regular ride-alongs in all partner police departments.
• Attend monthly Co-Response Program Operations Meetings.
• Work closely with community members in crisis, identifying mental health conditions, emotional dysregulation, and substance use.
• Perform risk assessments, crisis intervention, and employ de-escalation techniques.
• Document all clinician interventions and follow up care needed.
• Provide informal and formal training to law enforcement and dispatchers.
• Collect and enter data on interventions performed in the DMH database and clinical notes program.
• Engage with training and professional development to enhance clinical, law enforcement, and justice system knowledge.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related clinical field.
• Massachusetts License as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Social Worker (LCSW or LICSW), or Psychologist (LP/HSP) eligible (preferred).
• Two years’ experience in crisis work.
• Experience collaborating with law enforcement (preferred).
• Understanding of grief and trauma.
• Excellent client assessment and intervention skills.
• Proactive, creative, ethical, and enthusiastic approach and strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent de-escalation skills.
• Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Responsive with follow through on individual tasks.
• Ability to learn how to complete a rapid risk assessment.
• Demonstrate understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
• Ability to establish rapport with consumers, family members, law enforcement, and service providers.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in de-escalation techniques.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package including:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

$80,000 to $85,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time position

Total Rewards

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace where you can thrive and grow. William James College is an equal opportunity employer and is proud to foster a diverse and inclusive environment.