Master's Behavioral Health Co-Response ClinicianResponsibilitiesThe Master's Level Behavioral Health Co-Response Clinician will work side-by-side (co-respond) with law enforcement in the community to intervene and divert individuals during police encounters.The clinician will triage, assess, and identify possible treatment options for identified individuals.The clinician will provide mental health follow‑up field calls with law enforcement.Clinician will be housed at Knoxville Police Department headquarters.Clinician will work non‑traditional hours. The shift is 1:00 pm–11:00 pm on a rotating schedule of Monday–Thursday and Thursday–Sunday.Clinician will facilitate trainings to law enforcement on mental health and substance use disorders.Clinician will participate in Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) trainings.QualificationsEducation / Knowledge:Must have at least a Master's degree in a health‑related field such as counseling, psychology, social work, sociology, addictions, or a behavioral science field with coursework or experience in cultural diversity, human development, etiology and treatment of mental illness, alcohol and drug abuse, physical and sexual abuse, suicide, and intellectual disability.Candidates with a Master's degree in rehabilitation, occupational therapy, criminal justice, or education must have fifteen college‑level semester hours of coursework in behavioral health and at least one year of work experience in the behavioral health setting.Experience:One year experience in the social work and addictions field and/or behavioral health and criminal justice setting preferred.Physical/Emotional/Social – Skills/Abilities:Must have strong communication skills.Must be able to perform job responsibilities independently, work non‑traditional work hours, and interface professionally with law enforcement.Exposure to biological hazards.Hearing of normal and soft tones.Close eye work.Lifting up to 50 lbs.Pushing/pulling up to 150 lbs.Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching.Regular attendance is an essential job function.Valid driver's license – F endorsement and a personal dependable vehicle to conduct community outreach and response.Maintaining a dependable vehicle and certified driver status is a condition of employment.Required to be certified in CPR/First Aid and trained in Handle with Care de‑escalation techniques.CompensationStarting salary for this position is approximately $62,533 / yr based on relevant experience and education.ScheduleRotating schedule Tuesday – Friday 1 p – 11 p; Friday – Monday 1 p – 11 pLocationKnox County, TennesseeEEO StatementHelen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.PI284752376#J-18808-Ljbffr