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Licensed Co-Responder, Denver Police - Rotating Schedule

Denver

 

 

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The Co-Responder program consists of a partnership between the Denver Police Department (DPD) and WellPower. The Co-Responder program supports an overall effort to expand specialized law enforcement and behavioral health strategies tailored to meet the needs of people with behavioral/mental health concerns in the Denver community. The Co-Responder Unit aims to reduce the number of people with mental health issues in the jail system; to improve information sharing and coordination, as appropriate, across systems and service providers; and to reduce overall costs relating to people with mental or behavioral health concerns, including the use of emergency services.  Clinicians work in close partnership with the Denver Police Department, Denver Fire Department, Denver Sherriffs Department, Parks & Recreation, and Regional Transportation District (RTD) responding to calls involving people who suffer from mental illness and/or co-occurring substance use issues.  Clinicians are trained to assist people in crisis and provide the most effective services for resolution. Clinicians and officers collaborate to provide treatment in a format that best decreases current stressors and replaces them with long term community-based supports. Co-Responders also help identify community resources, alternative treatment options, and long-term community supports in any area identified by the individual. 

Pay Range & Benefits:

  • Licensed LPC/LMFT/LCSW : $36.14/hr - $36.64
  • LAC - plus $1/hr
  • Language Differential: $1-$2.50

Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Respond to mental Health related 911 calls and provide psychological evaluations/problem identification, crisis interventions, referrals and linkage to resources for consumers who are not arrested.
  • Provide case management services to clients as needed or assigned as part of response to mental health related 911 calls.
  • Develop crisis related treatment plans.
  • Provide psychological consultation while responding to mental health related calls.
  • Coordinate client's use of other city programs and outside community resources.
  • Coordinate medication/medicinal needs of clients with psychiatrists, nurses, and other medical sources as part of crisis resolution.
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical records consistent with WellPower standards.
  • Participate in team/department meetings, in-services, and supervisory sessions as required.
  • Perform 27-10 (M-1) “mental health hold” evaluations in the community while responding to mental health related 911 calls.
  • Maintain a trauma informed environment of wellbeing.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

 Requirements & Qualifications:

 Education: Master's Degree in social work, psychology, or similar field.  Current license in the State of Colorado as a LCSW/LPC/LMFT or the ability to obtain licensure within 6-12 months of hire.          

Experience:   Minimum of two years’ experience in clinical social work. Experience working with moderate to severe and persistently mentally ill populations.

  • This position requires additional background checks through the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) division to be cleared to work alongside law enforcement officers.
  • This position requires the individual to wear a bulletproof vest for the entire shift. The safety of our team members is a priority, and wearing a vest may be necessary when responding to specific situations involving law enforcement or other high-risk environments.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

Denver Police Department: May require occasional evening, weekend or on-call hours.  Some local travel depending on position. Will ride with Denver Police Department (in coordination with 911 communication center) in response to mental health related 911 calls.  Some local travel may be required.

Denver Sheriff’s Department   Will receive referrals and/or ride with Denver Sheriffs in response to civil support within Denver, including but not limited to evictions where behavioral health needs require assistance as well as and probate court pick-up orders. Will develop and follow up with long-term plans for individuals contacted as appropriate. Some local travel may be required.

Denver Fire Department:  Will receive referrals from Denver Fire Department in response to mental health-related 911 calls where the fire department is primary and there is a presenting behavioral health need  Will develop and follow up with long-term plans for individuals contacted as appropriate.  Will work towards developing a system to respond on the scene as requested by Denver Fire Department and in coordination with 911 communications center. Some local travel may be required.

Denver Parks Department: Will respond with Denver Park Rangers on locations that fall under their scope where behavioral health needs are required. Some local travel may be required.

RTD Team: Will ride with RTD officers in response to mental health related 911 calls.  Some local travel depending on position.

 

Tuberculosis (TB) screening, testing  -  TB  screening and testing, is required and must be completed prior to hire ( i.e., preplacement), and maintained during employment

 

 

Why Work at WellPower?
Join a workplace where purpose meets passion!

  • Mission-Driven Impact: Be part of meaningful work that transforms lives and strengthens the Denver community.
  • Wellness-Focused Culture: Thrive in an organization that prioritizes your self-care and well-being.
  • Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly named a Top Workplace by The Denver Post for 11 consecutive years.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Access medical, dental, vision insurance, PTO, and retirement matching—available at just 30 hours per week.
  • Competitive Pay: Our $26.72/hour minimum wage ensures fair compensation for all employees.
  • Licensure Support: Free supervision for LCSWs, LPCs, and LMFTs.
  • Team Activities: Connect with colleagues through fun leagues like bowling, volleyball, dragon boat racing, and more!

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