Constable

About the role

The Constable is responsible for providing a safe, recovery environment that ensures respect and dignity using a recovery coaching approach. The Constable will demonstrate non-violent verbal de-escalation skills at all times and uses physical hold interventions as a last resort, to ensure safety and ensure involuntary guests remain on facility premises as indicated.

Responsibilities

• Provides a welcoming environment for individuals using the Recovery Coaching process.
• Utilizes “No Force First” philosophy, i.e., non-violent, verbal de-escalation skills.
• Provides the safe transport of individuals as directed.
• Safeguards the safety and security of individuals within the facility.
• Supports involuntary individuals during the evaluation process.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Documents relevant and required information and services provided.
• Keeps abreast of all federal and state regulations and laws and all Recovery Innovations policies and procedures as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
• Understands and adheres to Recovery Innovations compliance standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policies.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Aids staff in reviewing and securing individual and visitor personal items.

Additional Duties

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of Peer Employment Training thus obtaining Certification as a Peer Support Specialist required.
• Prior law enforcement experience within the last five (5) years or prior employment as a Constable.
• Minimum of two (2) years of behavioral health experience, crisis environment preferred.
• Must meet and pass the minimum training and experience standards established by the Board of Examiners of Constables.
• Knowledge of all applicable code governing the power, duties and jurisdiction of a Constable.
• Knowledge of Title 16, 24-hour hold process.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Must be able to pass de-escalation training, as defined by state requirements.
• Driving Requirements: Must meet all requirements outlined in Recovery Innovations driving policy if driving is required for this position.

Skills

• Knowledge of all applicable code governing the power, duties and jurisdiction of a Constable.
• Knowledge of Title 16, 24-hour hold process.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Must be able to pass de-escalation training, as defined by state requirements.

Physical Demands

• May include work close to the eyes and substantial motions of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, handling, finger dexterity; eye-hand-foot coordination, use of corrected vision; color vision; use of auditory senses.
• May be required to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.

Work Environment

• May work in an office environment or behavioral health facility.
• May have contact with individuals who are agitated and/or confused.
• Work may include travel throughout the geographic region.

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Access to mental health resources and wellness programs.
• Strong retirement plan with company matching and generous paid time off.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and training.
• Professional development and training to help you advance in your career.
• Second-Chance Employer.

Pay

$21 - $25 per hour