City of Burlington, VT

It is a part of the Burlington Police Department's Crisis, Advocacy, Intervention Programs (CAIP) division.. The CARES Team Clinician is a trained professional focusing on clinical services associated with homelessness, substance-use disorder, mental health, and persons with chronic service needs.. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.. Completion of on-day Mental Health First Aid training program preferred.. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

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Salary : $76,024.00 - $84,801.60 Annually Location : One North Avenue Burlington, VT Job Type: Regular Full Time Non Exempt Job Number: 0239-17-001 Department: Police Opening Date: 06/03/2024 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: AFSCME General Purpose The Burlington Crisis Assessment, Response, and Engagement Services (CARES) team is a field-based entity that provides real-time response for mental health and addiction behaviors and symptoms. The Burlington CARES team also trains in trauma-informed de-escalation skills. It is a part of the Burlington Police Department's Crisis, Advocacy, Intervention Programs (CAIP) division. The CARES Team Clinician is a trained professional focusing on clinical services associated with homelessness, substance-use disorder, mental health, and persons with chronic service needs. This position is part of a team comprised of a clinician and a medical professional. The work performed by this team is primarily provided in the field, instead of a traditional clinical setting, The CARES Team Clinician is an integral part of the CARES team that uses timely and accurate information to implement effective tactics and strategies to reduce the need for emergency room visits. The position is responsible for the coordination of all aspects clinical care, to include intensive coordination across all social service systems, agencies, and stakeholders, as well as provide direct service as a way to fill gaps in the various continuums of care. The CARES team is not intended to co-deploy with police, although it may respond to requests for assistance from the police department's Officer in Charge. The CARES Team Clinician provides insights and strategies, informed by trauma-centered, person-centered practices, in a fast-paced work environment with a single-minded focus on addressing gaps in Burlington's various social-service systems. The CARES Clinician helps individuals and families in Burlington live healthier lives by working with those who seek service through the City' public safety systems or through direct referrals from community members and providers. The CARES team will work closely with an advisory board around best practices and adherence to the spirit and mission of this team, which is to reduce emergency room visits. The CARES Team Clinician will be directed and supervised by the CARES Team Clinical Supervisor. This position is for 40 hours a week, day shift position. Ideal hours would typically range from 8:00AM - 4:30PM. Union Affiliation: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Pay Grade 19: $36.55 - $40.77 Hourly Essential Job Functions <ul><li>Provide clinical services to all clients, ranging from age 6 and up, in the field </li><li>Must be able to provide clinical services including assessment, referral, consultation, education, and short term counseling to individuals struggling with mental health issues </li><li>Work on a team alongside a medical professional, with a high degree of autonomy, responsibility, and accountability. </li><li>Respond to requests from police, other City departments, and community members for intervention in non-criminal matters. Interventions could include, but are not limited to, interactions with individuals in the midst of a mental-health crisis, deescalating individuals struggling with co-occurring issues, working with houseless neighbors while they are waiting for long term supports, following up with people suffering from substance-use disorder (particularly after instances of overdose), etc. </li><li>Work as a partner to collaborate, consult, and coordinate services with all of the Burlington social-service providers to include intensive collaboration with mental-health and substance-use disorder providers. </li><li>Develop and maintain relationships with partners for a team approach to problem solving that allows for coordinated interventions to challenging quality-of-life issues and/or neighborhood conflicts. </li><li>Prepare for and attend strategy and planning meetings with the full range of stakeholders in order to assess the effectiveness of tactics and strategies. </li><li>Provide effective assessments and develop strategies to assist individuals in finding appropriate community resources to address their underlying need. Must engage in person-centered, low-barrier best practices. </li><li>Partner with the Community Support Liaisons, Street Outreach, and other outreach teams in efforts to coordinate care for individuals living outdoors </li><li>Create and maintain up-to-date records for all case interventions. </li><li>Collaborate on large, interagency teams that require flexibility and creativity to help solve complex societal and interpersonal issues. </li><li>Have an understanding of best practices in providing community healthcare, with the purpose of filling a gap in care until the proper provider is identified. </li><li>Engage in regular briefings with the City of Burlington's Assistant Director of Alternative Services around the community's needs and challenges </li><li>Possess willingness to work and creatively collaborate with a wide range of entities and individuals, to include the police and fire department, but also government officials and persons from courts and corrections, non-profits, academia, and private enterprise. </li> </ul>Non-Essential Job Functions: <ul> <li>Performs other duties as required. </li> </ul>Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements <ul><li>Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies. </li><li>Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development. </li><li>A Master's Degree in social work or relevant social science degree required; at least 3 years of experience for consideration. </li><li>Vermont clinical license required. </li><li>Excellent communication skills, with a high degree of organizational skills is necessary. </li><li>Knowledge of Vermont criminal- and juvenile-justice systems preferred. </li><li>Completion of on-day Mental Health First Aid training program preferred. </li><li>Completion of a 40-hour Crisis Intervention Team training program preferred. </li><li>Comprehensive knowledge of social services within Burlington and the Greater Burlington area. </li><li>Must be able to work outside of nights and weekends. </li><li>Must successfully complete Police Department oral board interview and background investigation. </li><li>Ability to clearly and effectively communicate during complex, rapidly evolving incidents </li><li>Ability to maintain objectivity in a stressful work environment, while making critical decisions. </li><li>Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions. </li><li>Ability to engage with all levels of the general public, the Police Department, and other City officials. </li><li>Ability to obtain and maintain a Vermont class D license. </li><li>Ability to engage with and provide direct assistance to a wide variety of cultural and ethnic groups. </li><li>Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules, and personnel policies. </li> </ul>Additional Information Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity. The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services. In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply. Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our website. For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at or . The City of Burlington is proud to offer full time employees a comprehensive benefits program that includes: <ul> <li>Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage </li><li>Prescription Drug Coverage </li><li>Flexible Spending Programs </li><li>Short-Term Disability Insurance </li><li>Paid Leave (Sick and Vacation) </li><li>Pension Plan </li><li>Contributory Retirement Plan </li><li>Life Insurance </li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships </li><li>Free Yoga Membership to Sangha Studios (Burlington, Williston & online) </li><li>Tuition Discounts for Champlain College TruEd </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li><li>Wellness Bonus Incentives Program </li><li>Local & National Store Discounts </li><li>Subsidized Transportation Options </li><li>Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness </li> </ul> For additional details please visit 01 Do you have a Master's Degree in social work or a relevant social science and three years' experience? <ul> <li>Yes </li> <li>No </li> </ul> 02 Do you have a Vermont Clinical License? <ul> <li>Yes </li> <li>No </li> </ul> 03 Can you work nights and weekends? <ul> <li>Yes </li> <li>No </li> </ul> Required Question

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