Licensed Clinician, Co-Responder Program

About Claratel Behavioral Health

Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization offering a full range of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services to underserved individuals. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates in more than 20 locations in DeKalb County, Georgia, with a diverse workforce of more than 400 direct-care and support staff.

If you are passionate about driving change in behavioral health and developmental services and are eager to work in an environment that values innovation and inclusivity, Claratel Behavioral Health is the place for you. Here, your work is impactful, your growth is prioritized, and your well-being is supported. Together, we can forge pathways to a healthier future for all.

CO RESPONDER LICENSED CLINICIAN

JOB SUMMARY:

The Co-responder Program is a collaborative partnership between Claratel Behavioral Health and the local law enforcement to provide immediate, community based behavioral health crisis response.   

The Co-Responder License Clinician responds alongside trained Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) officers to assess, stabilize, and connect individuals experiencing behavioral crisis to appropriate level of care. This position plays a critical role in reducing unnecessary hospitalization and incarceration by providing real-time clinical decision-making in the field.

This role is ideal for independently licensed clinicians who are confident in crisis assessment, thrive in dynamics, environments, and are committed to community-based intervention.

Clinical supervision and program leadership support are embedded within the program structure,

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides on-scene crisis assessment, mental status evaluation, and brief therapeutic intervention in community settings
• Conduct suicide and violence risk assessments and determine appropriate disposition, including coordination of involuntary admissions (1013/2013) when clinically indicated
• Utilize advanced de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed approaches to stabilize individuals in high-stress situations
• Collaborate directly with CIT-trained officers to ensure coordinated and safe crisis response
• Facilities linkage to outpatient services, crisis stabilization unit, and other community supports
• Exercise independent clinical judgement in fast-paced and unpredictable environments
• Participate in case consultation, team meetings, and cross-system collaboration to strengthen program outcomes
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency and state standards,
• Engage in homeless outreach, community engagement, and engagement with community/law enforcement partners
• Make follow-up wellness calls and visits with clients in the community.
• Alway exhibits clear and professional communication with individuals, families/significant others, staff, and public safety officers.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedule to provide telephonic support to officers in the field.
• Performs duties from a recovery oriented, client centered, and trauma informed perspective.
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in specialized training.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or related field
• Active Georgia License (LPC, LCSW)
• Crisis intervention experience
• At least two years of mental health / substance use disorder experience in assessment and stabilization.
• Knowledgeable about signs and symptoms of withdrawal and acute psychosis.

Preferred Qualifications:

•  Co-responder or CIT experience
• ACT or Crisis stabilization experience
• Experience working with law enforcement

NEEDED ATTRIBUTES

• Strong clinical decision-making skills in high-pressure environments
• Ability to remain calm, grounded and clinically focused during crisis situations
• Professional communication skills across system, including law enforcement and community partners
• Commitment to ethical practice and confidentiality

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position operates primarily in the community alongside trained law enforcement partners. Clinicians are supported by established safety protocols and structured collaboration models.

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:15am to 5pm

Pre-employment drug screening may be required. Selected applicant will be subject of an FBI Criminal History Record Check, and the applicant has the right to challenge the contents of their Criminal History Record Information, should they choose to do so. This employer participates in E-Verify.