Arrive Crisis Clinician

Job Description

Job Description

Expect Success at Bridgeway!

We make a difference in people’s lives by supporting their life goals - our employees and the people we serve alike.

We invest in our employees through competitive compensation and benefits, best practice training, and fostering a team-oriented culture that promotes career development. We nurture an environment that values diversity, where inclusivity, equity, and belonging thrive.

At Bridgeway, Everyone Learns and Grows together.

We give you our best, so you can unleash your full potential.

Make a Future at Bridgeway!

Who we are: Bridgeway values and promotes quality clinical and administrative practices to foster the best outcomes for persons who come to us for behavioral healthcare. We offer a work environment that supports teamwork, creativity, innovation, professional growth and dedication to the work. At Bridgeway, we never stop growing and innovating our vision of behavioral healthcare for the future.

Why you should apply: As an Arrive Crisis Clinician, you will join an evidence-based program and a dynamic team for the opportunity to learn and refine your clinical and engagement skills and accomplish your dream of helping people to make progress on their unique recovery journeys. The work is sometimes challenging and always rewarding by engaging with persons we serve and co-workers as we all learn, grow, and thrive.

Department: Somerset Arrive Together

Salary: $65,000-$75,000 (dependent on experience/licensure)

Location: Somerset County- Various Police Departments

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm

Position Overview: The ARRIVE Crisis Clinician is a compassionate and skilled mental health professional who works closely with law enforcement as part of the ARRIVE Together Program in Somerset County. The clinician provides timely and effective mental health support and crisis intervention to individuals experiencing varying levels of psychological distress.

Embedded within police departments, clinicians work alongside law enforcement to deliver mental health services in multiple capacities, including;

• Providing crisis intervention and de-escalation
• Responding to 911 calls involving behavioral health concerns
• Offering proactive follow-up care in person or via phone
• Linking individuals to community resources

All services are delivered in accordance with Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) with participating police departments and include assessment, crisis stabilization, referral/linkage, and consultation on when a referral to the screening provider if warranted.

This role follows directives established by the NJ Attorney General’s Office, which states that ARRIVE Crisis Clinicians respond to emergency calls involving behavioral health needs, including mental health crises, confusion/disorientation, suicidality, welfare checks, and other mental-health-related situations identified by the police department. This position requires flexibility, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to ongoing training and supervision.

Essential Job Functions

Create and Maintain:

A trauma‑informed environment using person-first language, respectful documentation, and person-centered planning, promoting wellness and recovery outcomes.

• A culture of compliance with internal and external policies, regulations, laws, and ethical standards.
• Effective working relationships with Somerset County first responders and community providers.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to work productively alongside law enforcement officers, offering education, guidance, and support.
• Must consistently maintain professionalism and comply with all departmental rules, regulations, and protocols while operating within police facilities and vehicles.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to behavioral-health-related calls for service, including crises, confused/disoriented individuals, welfare checks, or other mental-health-related needs identified by law enforcement.
• Provide follow-up support to individuals and families.
• Deliver crisis intervention counseling to stabilize psychiatric emergencies.
• Provide mental health assessment, evaluation, treatment planning, and referral.
• Advocate for individuals to secure needed services and support.
• Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with community agencies.
• Collaborate with community providers, including psychiatric screening center when clinically appropriate.
• Complete all required documentation, reports, assessments, and submissions, including Benchmark.
• Coordinate with RWJ Hospital or RWJ PESS staff regarding screenings or transportation for individuals who may meet criteria for psychiatric evaluation.
• Maintain individuals’ rights and ensure confidentiality.
• Provide appropriate short-term follow-up to ensure linkage, stabilization, and continuity of care.
• Model professionalism, teamwork, and a collaborative spirit. Contribute to a positive team culture by sharing successes, addressing challenges, and promoting open communication.
• Demonstrate consistent high performance, meeting or exceeding goals. Prioritize effectively, address barriers, and maintain focus on critical issues

Requirements

Education/Certifications:

• Master’s Degree in health related field OR
• NJ Provisionally Licensed Social Worker, NJ Licensed Associate Counselor, NJ Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist OR
• Fully licensed LCSW/LPC/LMFT

Driver’s License, Vehicle :

• Valid driver’s license required/ Vehicle required
• No more than one moving violation within the past 12 months

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b, basic life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, EAP
• Eligible for medical benefits after 30 days of employment
• Flexible work schedules, clinical training series, leadership development program
• 10 paid holidays (an 11th after 2 years of employment), generous vacation and sick time

Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services was founded on a strong desire to fight disparity and injustice alongside people living with behavioral health conditions. We are dedicated to providing a multicultural workplace where everyone feels a sense of purpose and belonging. We provide equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.