TLT/SDA Mental Health Professional
King County
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Counseling & Mental Health
Posted on November 26, 2024
Salary
$93,662.40 - $118,726.40 Annually
Location
Various Locations throughout King County, WA
Job Type
Term Limited Temporary, Full Time, 40 hrs/wk
Job Number
2024MK23299
Department
KCSO - Sheriff's Office
Opening Date
11/25/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to the public. If filled internally, it will be as a special duty assignment (SDA).
DURATION: This SDA/term-limited temporary position is eligible for benefits, and is expected to last approximately 12 months.
Summary
KCSO Mental Health Professionals (MHP) will work in partnership with Sheriff's Office deputies as part of a team dedicated to providing crisis response services across King County. These positions accompany deputies on patrol to assist individuals with mental health, substance use, homelessness, and other social service needs. MHPs will co-respond with deputies to calls for service that involve behavioral health issues, social services deficits, and have an intersection with public safety/crisis response.
The duties include considerable public contact and are intended to bridge the gap between law enforcement, emergency medical response, and/or the social service needs of people within this population. The MHPs will have responsibilities that include applying knowledge of behavioral health to crisis situations where support services and referrals to social services are appropriate. Co-response involves crisis triage and de-escalation, and often includes treatment referrals for substance use. The MHP works closely with other program staff who assist community members with locating resources to take care of housing, job training, behavioral health, and other social service needs.
Qualification Requirements
Experience below is preferred, but NOT required:
• Online application (applying online satisfies this)
• Cover letter and Resume are optional
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is not represented by a union.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position is exempt from overtime.
CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Jessica Lussier, HR Analyst - Senior, King County Sheriff's Office
Jessica.Lussier@kingcounty.gov
206-263-2542
If you have specific questions about the assignment, please contact Susie Kroll, Program Manager, Mental Health Professional.
Susie.Kroll@kingcounty.gov
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$93,662.40 - $118,726.40 Annually
Location
Various Locations throughout King County, WA
Job Type
Term Limited Temporary, Full Time, 40 hrs/wk
Job Number
2024MK23299
Department
KCSO - Sheriff's Office
Opening Date
11/25/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
Summary
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to the public. If filled internally, it will be as a special duty assignment (SDA).
DURATION: This SDA/term-limited temporary position is eligible for benefits, and is expected to last approximately 12 months.
Summary
KCSO Mental Health Professionals (MHP) will work in partnership with Sheriff's Office deputies as part of a team dedicated to providing crisis response services across King County. These positions accompany deputies on patrol to assist individuals with mental health, substance use, homelessness, and other social service needs. MHPs will co-respond with deputies to calls for service that involve behavioral health issues, social services deficits, and have an intersection with public safety/crisis response.
The duties include considerable public contact and are intended to bridge the gap between law enforcement, emergency medical response, and/or the social service needs of people within this population. The MHPs will have responsibilities that include applying knowledge of behavioral health to crisis situations where support services and referrals to social services are appropriate. Co-response involves crisis triage and de-escalation, and often includes treatment referrals for substance use. The MHP works closely with other program staff who assist community members with locating resources to take care of housing, job training, behavioral health, and other social service needs.
Job Duties
- Co-respond with deputies to calls for service involving behavioral health issues, social services deficits, and intersection with public safety/crisis response
- Provide emergency crisis care, triage assessment, and service referrals.
- Determine appropriate service delivery agencies, follow up on service connections, and evaluate and modify treatment service referrals as needed.
- Document all treatment referral methods, including direct services, community member-related activities, and follow-up contact; initiate, respond to, and maintain written and oral contact with appropriate parties.
- Participate in an advisory capacity for case management and case consultation with representatives from internal and external agencies.
- Serve as an advocate for community members in obtaining appropriate treatment and continuity of care.
- Identify and establish working relationships with community resources, establish referral protocols, and act as liaison between clients and those resources as needed.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualification Requirements
- Master's degree in social work, counseling psychology, or related field. Upcoming graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Mental Health Professional as defined in WAC 275-55-100
- Licensure (associate or full) as a psychologist, psychiatrist, social worker, mental health professional, licensed mental health counselor and/or mental health specialist, or related credential.
- Proven empathetic approach and skills that will help foster trust and build connections with those who require assistance, ensuring they feel understood and valued
- Effective Communication: Clear and empathetic communication
- Strong crisis management skills in de-escalating tense situations and promoting a safe environment while maintaining a level-headed and composed demeanor
- Ability to effectively engage in and sustain relationships with people from diverse cultures, socio-economic backgrounds and communities in and around King County
- Knowledge of psychotherapy theory and techniques and psychopharmacology
- Knowledge of public mental health systems, veterans' mental health systems, Involuntary Treatment Act, and other related social service providers
- Knowledge and experience in direct treatment of mental/behavioral health issues
- Ability to demonstrate effective verbal, written and presentation skills
- Skill in detecting the signs, symptoms, and behaviors of depression, neurodivergence, mental illness, other behavioral health issues, and substance use
- Skill in navigating and engaging with conflicting perspectives
- Skill in aiding people in crisis to engage with services
- Skill in advising and referrals for recovery plan involving several providers/services
- Skill in clinical counseling
Experience below is preferred, but NOT required:
- Experience partnering with law enforcement
- Experience in treatment of mental health issues, substance use issues and/or social service deficits
• Online application (applying online satisfies this)
• Cover letter and Resume are optional
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is not represented by a union.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position is exempt from overtime.
CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Jessica Lussier, HR Analyst - Senior, King County Sheriff's Office
Jessica.Lussier@kingcounty.gov
206-263-2542
If you have specific questions about the assignment, please contact Susie Kroll, Program Manager, Mental Health Professional.
Susie.Kroll@kingcounty.gov
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
