Job Description:

Job Title: Co-Responder 

Location: Springfield, Missouri 

Department: Crisis Services 

Employment Type: Full-time 

Job Summary: 
Join our compassionate and collaborative team at Burrell Behavioral Health, where we are truly in the business of saving lives. As a Co-Responder, you will play a vital role in crisis intervention, helping individuals in need access essential behavioral health treatment. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those experiencing crises while working closely with local law enforcement. We are looking for individuals who are dedicated, empathetic, and skilled in crisis intervention. 

In this role, you will respond to calls for service alongside the Springfield Police Department, providing immediate support and resources to individuals in crisis. Your expertise will help ensure that those in need receive the care and assistance they deserve, fostering a safer and healthier community. 

This position offers… 
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost  
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel 
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition 
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce 
• Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more 

Key Responsibilities: 
• Collaborate with the Springfield Police Department to provide crisis intervention and support in the community. 
• Coordinate services and develop local systems of care for individuals with behavioral health needs. 
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and officer directives regarding scene security. 
• Document and track all interventions according to agency standards and regulations. 
• Assist law enforcement with Involuntary Detention procedures when appropriate. 
• Provide training and consultation on behavioral health issues for Springfield Police Department. 

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: 
• Master’s Degree (or higher) in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related Behavioral Health field of study. 
• Preferred crisis intervention experience. 
• Must be able to pass a background check as required by the Springfield Police Department. 

Additional Qualifications: 
• Commitment to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion. 

Physical Requirements 
• [To be provided if listed in the original job description] 

Keywords: Co-Responder, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Health, Springfield, Police Department, Mental Health, Community Support, Crisis Services, Social Work, Counseling 

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.