CO-RESPONSE CLINICIAN
Brookline Police Department
$72,883 - $82,463 annualized

The Town of Brookline Police Department is seeking a qualified Co-Response Clinician to perform professional clinical and crisis intervention services for individuals experiencing behavioral health emergencies. This position is embedded within the Police Department and co-responds with sworn officers to 911 and other calls for service. The Co-Response Clinician provides field-based clinical assessment, stabilization, referral, short-term crisis counseling, follow-up case management, and linkage to appropriate treatment and community resources.

The role requires a high degree of professional judgment, the ability to function effectively in dynamic and high-stress environments, and the capacity to collaborate closely with law enforcement while maintaining appropriate clinical boundaries.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working under the general supervision of the Coordinator of Clinical Services, the Co-Response Clinician will perform the following essential functions:

• Co-responds with police officers to 911 calls and other community crises involving behavioral health concerns; conducts clinical assessments and assists with stabilization and referrals.
• Provides immediate crisis intervention, short-term crisis counseling, and follow-up case management services as appropriate.
• Coordinates referrals and linkages to behavioral health treatment, social services, and community-based resources for individuals and families.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation, data entry, and records in accordance with program and departmental requirements.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with police personnel, hospitals, courts, social service agencies, and other municipal departments.
• Represents the co-response program at community meetings, task forces, trainings, and public presentations as assigned.
• Provides consultation and guidance to police personnel and community partners regarding behavioral health response strategies.
• Participates in Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) meetings, partner meetings, and stakeholder meetings as required.
• Attends supervision, staff meetings, and required clinical and professional development trainings; maintains required licensure.
• Adheres to all Police Department policies, clinical standards, safety protocols, and confidentiality requirements.
• Remains alert throughout scheduled shifts and follows the direction of the police supervisor on duty during field responses.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a closely related field. Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience providing crisis intervention services in inpatient, outpatient, residential, or community-based settings. The ideal candidate has experience serving youth and families in home-based or community settings, collaborating with law enforcement or criminal justice partners, and working effectively with diverse populations.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing; multilingual skills strongly preferred.
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of crisis intervention practices, behavioral health assessment, short-term case management, and community-based referral systems.
• Knowledge of applicable behavioral health laws, regulations, ethical standards, and confidentiality requirements.
• Ability to provide effective clinical assessment and intervention in both office and field environments.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a law enforcement setting while maintaining professional clinical judgment and boundaries.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and decisive in high-stress and emergency situations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with electronic records systems and standard office software.

Salary Range: $72,883 - 82,463 annually with excellent benefits.

Apply with resume and cover letter by January 29, 2026 for priority consideration.