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POSITION OBJECTIVE

Under the dual supervision of University Health and Counseling Services and the Division of Public Safety, the Crisis Response Clinician works as part of the newly formed Outreach Assessment Resources and Response team (OARR) at Case Western Reserve University. Specifically, this position will co-respond in the field with a certified Crisis Intervention Trained officer from the Case Western Reserve University Police Department to assist with wellness checks, assessing risk, de-escalating and/or stabilizing the individual and/or environment on the Case Western Reserve University campus, and nearby community. In addition to assessing and stabilizing, the Crisis Response Clinician will also develop safety plans based on client safety, needs, and resources, and link the individual to the appropriate level of care and services. Crisis Response Clinicians work as part of a dedicated team that is a trusted and relied upon resource in the community. This is a fast-paced, dynamic position that requires flexibility, multi-tasking, and strong crisis management skills.

This role supports the University Health and Counseling Services mission of enhancing the health and well-being of the student community and providing high quality, multidisciplinary mental health-related services. All members of the University Health and Counseling Services staff are considered essential and are expected to work on-campus in accordance with Case Western Reserve University guidance. Term position through July 31, 2025.

As a student life professional at Case Western Reserve University, this position will be expected to contribute to building a welcoming and inclusive community. Fully including people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives helps our community thrive by working together, focusing on collective well-being, and helping students gain insight from their academic endeavors and real-world experiences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provide crisis response services as part of a co-responder crisis intervention team to the Case Western Reserve University campus community and surrounding community. Co-respond with Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) certified officers within Case Western Reserve University Campus Safety to conduct on-site risk assessments to determine risk of harm to self or others, and make recommendations for treatment to protect the individual and Case Western Reserve University community. Maintain appropriate records and documentation of care management activities, in compliance with law, ethics, and best practices. (65%)
2. Serve as a member of the University Health and Counseling Services Care and Crisis Management Team. Duties include documenting on-call services including Proto Call and TimelyCare, and providing appropriate follow up. Support students with referral coordination and CARE Team meetings with DoS. Consult with clinical leadership as needed to assist in risk management and clinical disposition. (6%)
3. Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships and communication with campus resources and community resources related to the provision of Crisis Co-Response. Provide support in coordination of care to community providers. (10%)
4. Provide direct counseling and mental health services to students presenting with a range of mental health and wellness needs within the established counseling model. Services include same-day initial contact sessions, same-day crisis management sessions, workshops, and campus community outreach. (10%)
5. Attend required meetings and trainings, participate in professional development workshops and seminars, and in trainings or other activities that promote the agency mission and/or enhance the Crisis Response Team. Develop and deliver trainings/outreach for Case Western Reserve University students, faculty, and staff, as well as departmental staff, to support crisis response and management. (6%)

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