The City of Providence
On-site · Providence, Rhode Island, United States or North Smithfield, Rhode Island, United States
Job Summary
Provide in-person trauma-informed crisis intervention services, clinical assessment, emergency screening and triage in partnership with the East Providence Police Department to supply support, information, and referral to families in the community. Respond to incidents of trauma exposure to children, families and adults; provide follow-up resources for trauma treatment; may provide brief clinical treatment as a resource to victims. Support police in determining if victims need emergency psychiatric hospitalization and assist in determining level of risk; provide consultation and support to victims and their families.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in human services required
- Independently licensed or eligible to be licensed in Rhode Island as a Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist or Mental Health Counselor required; Licensed within 6 months from hire date
- Excellent crisis management and intervention skills required
- Training in childhood trauma, trauma assessment, and triage required
- Experience working with law enforcement strongly preferred
- Knowledge of East Providence community highly preferred
- Must provide flexible coverage as needed by the department, inclusive of evening hours
- Must be flexible in providing coverage to GO TEAM partnerships, as needed
- Possession of valid drivers’ license, reliable transportation and proof of current automobile insurance required
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