Welcome to the City of Pittsburgh! We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Co-Response Clinician to join our team and provide essential mental health support to our community. As a Co-Response Clinician, you will work alongside law enforcement officers to respond to crisis situations and provide immediate assistance to individuals experiencing mental health issues. We are looking for individuals with a strong background in mental health and crisis intervention, who are also able to build rapport and connect with diverse populations. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others and are committed to building a more resilient and supportive Pittsburgh, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Provide mental health support to individuals in crisis situations, including de-escalating tense situations and providing immediate assistance.<\/p>\n
Collaborate and work closely with law enforcement officers to respond to emergency calls and provide a coordinated response.<\/p>\n
Conduct assessments to determine the individual’s mental health needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.<\/p>\n
Offer counseling and therapy services to individuals in need, using evidence-based interventions and techniques.<\/p>\n
Maintain accurate and confidential records of all interactions and services provided.<\/p>\n
Advocate for individuals with mental illness by promoting awareness and reducing stigma within the community.<\/p>\n
Collaborate with community organizations and resources to ensure individuals receive the necessary support and services.<\/p>\n
Maintain regular communication with the team to discuss cases, share resources, and provide support to one another.<\/p>\n
Continuously stay updated on the latest research and techniques in the field of mental health and crisis intervention.<\/p>\n
Participate in trainings and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge related to the job responsibilities.<\/p>\n
Build rapport and establish trusting relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities.<\/p>\n
Work with individuals and their families to develop coping skills and strategies for managing mental health issues.<\/p>\n
Provide crisis intervention services, including referrals to appropriate resources, when needed.<\/p>\n
Act as a liaison between individuals, law enforcement, and other community resources to ensure a coordinated and effective response.<\/p>\n
Adhere to all ethical and professional standards, as well as guidelines set by the City of Pittsburgh.<\/p>\n
Where is this job?<\/p>\n
This job is located at Pittsburgh, PA, USA<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Job Qualifications<\/p>\n
Master’s Degree In Social Work, Counseling, Or Related Field<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Minimum Of 3 Years Experience In Crisis Intervention And Mental Health Treatment<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Knowledge Of Evidence-Based Practices And Trauma-Informed Care<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Ability To Work Collaboratively With Law Enforcement And Community Agencies<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Strong Communication And Interpersonal Skills, Including Experience With De-Escalation Techniques.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Required Skills<\/p>\n
Case Management<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Active Listening<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Crisis Intervention<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Cultural Competence<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Mental Health Assessments<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Trauma-Informed Care<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Collaborative Problem-Solving<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Community Resources<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Crisis De-Escalation<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Substance Abuse Support<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Soft Skills<\/p>\n
Communication<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Conflict Resolution<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Emotional Intelligence<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Leadership<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Time Management<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Creativity<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Attention To Detail<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Teamwork<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Adaptability<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Problem-Solving<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Welcome to the City of Pittsburgh! We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Co-Response Clinician to join our team and provide essential mental health support to our community. As a Co-Response Clinician, you will work alongside law enforcement officers to respond to crisis situations and provide immediate assistance to individuals experiencing mental health issues. … Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-21749","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-education"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/puranigaadi.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21749","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/puranigaadi.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/puranigaadi.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/puranigaadi.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/puranigaadi.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=21749"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/puranigaadi.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21749\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21751,"href":"https:\/\/puranigaadi.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21749\/revisions\/21751"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/puranigaadi.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=21749"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/puranigaadi.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=21749"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/puranigaadi.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=21749"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}