Crisis Response Specialist

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
$60,749.00 - $88,151.00 / yr
United States, Florida, Largo
10750 Ulmerton Road (Show on map)
Jan 29, 2025
Position requires flexibility to work 8-hour or 10-hour shifts which may be days or evenings. Shift differential pay of 5% will apply when scheduled for evening shifts. Supervises Others: No Essential Functions and Responsibilities Works in collaboration with law enforcement deputies following their guidance and direction in respect to on-scene safety and protocol Responds to in-progress calls with law enforcement deputies in order to determine level of care required for individuals in crisis Assists law enforcement when responding to potential individuals in crisis by conducting an assessment, offering effective and efficient interventions, and coordinating care Prevents unnecessary hospitalization or arrest of individuals with mental illness Assesses individual treatment needs related to psychiatric, medical, social, and emotional care and follow-up after Baker Act/Ex-parte to ensure engagement and access to services Coordinates medical response with law enforcement when medical safety is an issue Assesses an individual's risk for danger to self or others and intervenes accordingly Exercises sound clinical judgment in determining an individual's ability to remain safely in the community Develops a clinically sound safety plan in the least restrictive setting, only utilizing the Baker Act when all other options have been exhausted Develops collaborative crisis treatment and discharge plans that meet the needs of the individual in crisis and law enforcement Documents all encounters proficiently by end of shift Completes accurate and precise supporting clinical documentation including treatment plans for all crisis individuals responded to Staffs cases with supervisors as needed Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position This position may be considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, may be required to report to work Participates in Sheriff's Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary Applicants must be tobacco/nicotine free for six months prior to submitting application and during length of employment. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office strives to provide our employees with the best benefits possible. Some of the benefits are Annual Leave (120 hours), Health Insurance, Wellness Incentives, and Education Assistance Program. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is an EEO/ADA employer and is committed to being a drug free workplace. TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.pinellassheriff.gov Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 727-582-6208 or employment@pcsonet.com