STAR Clinical Responder - Department of Public Health and Environment
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Denver · Greater Denver AreaFull-timeOn-site1w ago
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Responsibilities
- We foster an inclusive culture by respecting the values, customs, and authenticity of everyone and by implementing equitable public health strategies so Denver communities can thrive.
- Individuals experiencing behavioral or mental health crises often call 9‑1‑1 for support, leading to unnecessary law enforcement involvement that can escalate distress.
- Specifically, in this role, you will:
- Respond to appropriate calls for service with EMS partner and provide on-scene behavioral health evaluations/problem identification, crisis interventions, crisis treatment/care plans and make appropriate referrals
- Assesses a person's risk of harm to self or others, build safety plans with impacted community members, and arrange needed resources to connect community member with appropriate level of care.
- Execute appropriate emergency mental health holds, when appropriate and necessary.
- Collaborate with other first responder agencies, community members, and community organizations to provide person-centered crisis intervention, assessment, and creation of safety plans.
- Identify support systems and barriers to community member wellness, mitigate community member risk factors for behavioral health needs, and refers community members to subsequent resources and treatment for mental health and/or substance use issues.
- Collaborate with other pro
Benefits
The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $35.21 - $54.57 per hour. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service457B Retirement Plan140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per yearCompetitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start dateThis is a limited position with an expected end date of December 31, 2028, with the potential to be extended.This position requires a drug screen prior to start date.LocationThis is a field-based position. You can expect to work on site at various outdoor locations around the City and County of Denver. Shifts are generally non-traditional hours and may vary. This position will require availability on holidays and weekends.Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offEquity / stock options
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About Our Job With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.
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