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Law Enforcement Liaison, Crisis Intervention
The Opportunity Alliance is seeking a Law Enforcement Liaison, Crisis Intervention to join our Mobile Crisis Response Program, supporting the Portland area. The Law Enforcement Liaison staff works primarily under the agreement between The Opportunity Alliance and the Portland Police Department, providing immediate intervention as identified and appropriate to the provision of crisis services. This individual supports the police department by co-responding with officers to calls for service to stabilize individuals experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis.
Who We Are
At The Opportunity Alliance, we are dedicated to "Helping People Reach for a Brighter Future." Our mission is to work collaboratively with individuals, families, and communities to build better lives and stronger communities through advocacy, leadership, and support. If you are looking to be on the front lines of critical mental health care, we invite you to apply to the Law Enforcement Liaison, Crisis Intervention position.
- Has adult mental healthcare experience (experience with crisis intervention, psychiatric triage and advocacy preferred)
- Has a belief that recovery is possible and maintains agency perspectives of recovery and treatment that is guided by the needs of the client.
- Demonstrated ability to respond to major incidents and psychiatric trauma
- Demonstrated computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, E-mail, and the Internet required.
- Ability to work across differing systems, within a team framework, which encompass different rules, governing policies and leadership styles across cultural perspectives required.
- Driving may be necessary to attend meetings/trainings and for the occasional need to meet with clients offsite and within the program service area. This may include transportation of clients or driving to agency locations to complete work. A good driving record is required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Science, Criminology, or equivalently related discipline.
- MHRT-CSP (crisis services provider) certification or ability to achieve within 30 days of employment required.
- Ability to pass a criminal background, child protective service, and sex offender check.
- Must not be on the state or federal suspension and debarment list.
- Must be able to meet all CCCR and Police Department standards and qualifications as required.
About the Law Enforcement Liaison, Crisis Intervention position
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The Law Enforcement Liaison, Crisis Intervention position provides onsite crisis assessment, intervention planning, and risk determination for harm to self or others and general mental health consultations as needed.
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Coordinates with area Police Departments to aid directly or to coordinate with the local mobile crisis response regarding emergency psychiatric needs and short-term follow-up.
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Provides crisis services within the community, coordinates with local service providers in a number of settings including schools and healthcare facilities.
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Engages in community outreach and education around general crisis work, substance use, and mental health related issues.
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Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week position. Set schedule will be determined by the program. Some evenings and weekends may be required
- Location: Office is located in South Portland, this position serves Cumberland County. Work is done in person (in the office and, or community).
- Generous paid time off accrual
- 9 paid holidays per calendar year and up to 3 floating holidays per calendar year
- Excellent medical benefits at very reasonable cost
- Dental and Vision insurance options
- Agency paid basic life insurance and Short Term Disability & LTD disability insurances
- 403(b) retirement with a generous agency match (all employees are eligible)
- Tuition Reimbursement – offered once per year through an application process
- The Opportunity Alliance (TOA) is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
At The Opportunity Alliance, we're dedicated to helping people reach for a brighter future. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission of building better lives and stronger communities. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and appreciated.
Your Next Steps
If you are a crisis intervention professional ready to make a difference and embark on a rewarding career with us, apply now. We look forward to working together to create positive change in the lives of those we serve.