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Arrive Crisis Clinician
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Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services
Somerville, NJ (In Person)
$70,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Expect Success at Bridgeway! We make a difference in peoples lives by supporting their life goals - our employees and the people we serve alike. We invest in our employees through competitive compensation and benefits, best practice training, and fostering a team-oriented culture that promotes career development. We nurture an environment that values diversity, where inclusivity, equity, and belonging thrive. At Bridgeway, Everyone Learns and Grows together. We give you our best, so you can unleash your full potential.
Make a Future at Bridgeway!
Why you should apply: As an Arrive Crisis Clinician, you will join an evidence-based program and a dynamic team for the opportunity to learn and refine your clinical and engagement skills and accomplish your dream of helping people to make progress on their unique recovery journeys. The work is sometimes challenging and always rewarding by engaging with persons we serve and co-workers as we all learn, grow, and thrive.
Embedded within police departments, clinicians work alongside law enforcement to deliver mental health services in multiple capacities, including;Providing crisis intervention and de-escalationResponding to 911 calls involving behavioral health concernsOffering proactive follow-up care in person or via phoneLinking individuals to community resourcesAll services are delivered in accordance with Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) with participating police departments and include assessment, crisis stabilization, referral/linkage, and consultation on when a referral to the screening provider if warranted.
This role follows directives established by the NJ Attorney Generals Office, which states that ARRIVE Crisis Clinicians respond to emergency calls involving behavioral health needs, including mental health crises, confusion/disorientation, suicidality, welfare checks, and other mental-health-related situations identified by the police department. This position requires flexibility, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to ongoing training and supervision.
A culture of compliance with internal and external policies, regulations, laws, and ethical standards.
Effective working relationships with Somerset County first responders and community providers.
Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to work productively alongside law enforcement officers, offering education, guidance, and support.
Must consistently maintain professionalism and comply with all departmental rules, regulations, and protocols while operating within police facilities and vehicles.
Provide follow-up support to individuals and families.
Deliver crisis intervention counseling to stabilize psychiatric emergencies.
Provide mental health assessment, evaluation, treatment planning, and referral.
Advocate for individuals to secure needed services and support.
Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with community agencies.
Collaborate with community providers, including psychiatric screening center when clinically appropriate.
Complete all required documentation, reports, assessments, and submissions, including Benchmark.
Coordinate with RWJ Hospital or
Maintain individuals rights and ensure confidentiality.
Provide appropriate short-term follow-up to ensure linkage, stabilization, and continuity of care.
Model professionalism, teamwork, and a collaborative spirit. Contribute to a positive team culture by sharing successes, addressing challenges, and promoting open communication.
Demonstrate consistent high performance, meeting or exceeding goals. Prioritize effectively, address barriers, and maintain focus on critical issues
Make a Future at Bridgeway!
Who we are:
Bridgeway values and promotes quality clinical and administrative practices to foster the best outcomes for persons who come to us for behavioral healthcare. We offer a work environment that supports teamwork, creativity, innovation, professional growth and dedication to the work. At Bridgeway, we never stop growing and innovating our vision of behavioral healthcare for the future.Why you should apply: As an Arrive Crisis Clinician, you will join an evidence-based program and a dynamic team for the opportunity to learn and refine your clinical and engagement skills and accomplish your dream of helping people to make progress on their unique recovery journeys. The work is sometimes challenging and always rewarding by engaging with persons we serve and co-workers as we all learn, grow, and thrive.
Department:
Somerset Arrive Together Salary:
$65,000-$75,000 (dependent on experience/licensure)Location:
Franklin Township Police Department (Somerset County, NJ).Schedule:
Monday-Friday 3:00pm-11:00pm or 4:00pm-12:00amPosition Overview:
The ARRIVE Crisis Clinician is a compassionate and skilled mental health professional who works closely with law enforcement as part of the ARRIVE Together Program in Somerset County. The clinician provides timely and effective mental health support and crisis intervention to individuals experiencing varying levels of psychological distress.Embedded within police departments, clinicians work alongside law enforcement to deliver mental health services in multiple capacities, including;Providing crisis intervention and de-escalationResponding to 911 calls involving behavioral health concernsOffering proactive follow-up care in person or via phoneLinking individuals to community resourcesAll services are delivered in accordance with Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) with participating police departments and include assessment, crisis stabilization, referral/linkage, and consultation on when a referral to the screening provider if warranted.
This role follows directives established by the NJ Attorney Generals Office, which states that ARRIVE Crisis Clinicians respond to emergency calls involving behavioral health needs, including mental health crises, confusion/disorientation, suicidality, welfare checks, and other mental-health-related situations identified by the police department. This position requires flexibility, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to ongoing training and supervision.
Essential Job Functions Create and Maintain:
A traumainformed environment using person-first language, respectful documentation, and person-centered planning, promoting wellness and recovery outcomes.A culture of compliance with internal and external policies, regulations, laws, and ethical standards.
Effective working relationships with Somerset County first responders and community providers.
Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to work productively alongside law enforcement officers, offering education, guidance, and support.
Must consistently maintain professionalism and comply with all departmental rules, regulations, and protocols while operating within police facilities and vehicles.
Responsibilities:
Respond to behavioral-health-related calls for service, including crises, confused/disoriented individuals, welfare checks, or other mental-health-related needs identified by law enforcement.Provide follow-up support to individuals and families.
Deliver crisis intervention counseling to stabilize psychiatric emergencies.
Provide mental health assessment, evaluation, treatment planning, and referral.
Advocate for individuals to secure needed services and support.
Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with community agencies.
Collaborate with community providers, including psychiatric screening center when clinically appropriate.
Complete all required documentation, reports, assessments, and submissions, including Benchmark.
Coordinate with RWJ Hospital or
RWJ PESS
staff regarding screenings or transportation for individuals who may meet criteria for psychiatric evaluation.Maintain individuals rights and ensure confidentiality.
Provide appropriate short-term follow-up to ensure linkage, stabilization, and continuity of care.
Model professionalism, teamwork, and a collaborative spirit. Contribute to a positive team culture by sharing successes, addressing challenges, and promoting open communication.
Demonstrate consistent high performance, meeting or exceeding goals. Prioritize effectively, address barriers, and maintain focus on critical issues