Mental Health Clinican

Mental Health Clinician

Why Join Us: Our department's dedication to community service fosters a strong sense of purpose among members, providing the best training, education, and support for personal and professional growth.

Community Impact: Join a team that works side-by-side with law enforcement to support individuals in crisis, strengthen community safety, and provide compassionate intervention when people need it most. As a Mental Health Clinician working in the Boca Police Department, you'll bring your expertise directly into the field—conducting risk assessments, guiding individuals and families through challenging moments, and serving as a vital bridge between behavioral health services and public safety.

General Statement of Job: The Mental Health Clinician performs professional-level work within the Police Services Department, providing behavioral health services that include crisis intervention, risk assessment, and case management in coordination with law enforcement personnel and community resources. Work involves responding to individuals experiencing mental health crises, conducting assessments, facilitating referrals for treatment, and providing education and support to individuals and families. The position requires field-based work alongside law enforcement officers, collaboration with internal and external partners, and participation in training and community outreach activities. Work is performed under general supervision and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and professional standards.

Trainee Eligible: Candidate must have Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling AND have obtained the State of Florida Mental Health Counselor Intern license to be hired as a Trainee Mental Health Clinician. Upon successfully meeting the minimum requirements of the Mental Health Clinician classification as outlined below, the Trainee designation would be removed. A Trainee Mental Health Clinician will work under the close supervision and day-to-day direction of the licensed Mental Health Clinician on staff. Compensation for a Trainee Mental Health Clinician will vary.

Essential Functions

• Provides support and assistance to law enforcement personnel, concerning mental health related issues;
• Provides resources and intervention to subjects in crisis;
• Conducts risk assessment and referrals for treatment;
• Provides support, education and guidance to the referred individual and family;
• Manages workload as assigned;
• Requires work in the field alongside law enforcement personnel.
• Visits community resource facilities in the area;
• Provides training and acts as a community liaison;
• Performs related tasks as required;
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Police Services Department operations, policies, and procedures
• Principles, practices, and techniques of mental health counseling, social work, and behavioral health interventions
• Crisis intervention, risk assessment, and management strategies
• Case management and treatment referral processes
• Community mental health resources and support services
• Applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards related to mental health and confidentiality

Skilled in:

• Conducting assessments, evaluations, and risk analyses
• Using personal computers, office software, and electronic case management systems
• Communicating effectively with individuals in crisis, families, and diverse populations
• Providing education, guidance, and support to clients and families
• Facilitating community outreach, training, and liaison activities

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement personnel, mental health professionals and community partners
• Respond appropriately and safely to individuals experiencing mental health crises
• Communicate in a large group setting
• Work independently and manage a diverse and complex caseload
• Prioritize and organize routine, specialized, and complex assignments
• Maintain detailed records, documentation, and reports in compliance with department policies and professional standards

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in counseling, psychology, social work or a related field.
• Current State of Florida licensure as a Mental Health Counselor or Clinical Social Worker under Florida Statute Chapter 491.

FOR TRAINEE:

• A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in counseling, psychology, social work or a related field.
• State of Florida Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern license

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid State of Florida class "E" driver license.
• This position requires availability for on-call duty 24 hours per day.

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Reference Checks
• Motor Vehicle Report Check
• Educational Verification
• Credit Check
• Fingerprinting
• Polygraph
• Neighborhood Check
• Drug and Alcohol Screen
• Psychological Examination

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.