Co-Responder Clinician

Job overview

The Co-Responder Clinician role is in person in Cambridge, MD; it is not remote. Compensation is stated as $38.45 per hour. The Affiliated Sante Group provides community-based behavioral health services and rapid crisis response. The clinician works directly with people in crisis to assess needs, provide de-escalation and crisis planning, and connect them with appropriate care. The role coordinates with families, law enforcement, emergency services, and other community partners to support safe, compassionate responses.

What you'll do

• Conduct danger, crisis, environmental, lethality, diagnostic, and on-scene assessments
• develop and implement treatment and crisis plans
• de-escalate situations
• make referrals and follow up on linkage
• assess the need for emergency petitions or psychiatric evaluation
• work with families and involved persons
• coordinate with police, fire, and community agencies
• document clinical and non-clinical information
• provide consultation to emergency department staff when needed
• mentor interns or less-licensed staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

co-responder clinician

cambridge md

the affiliated sante group

crisis intervention

behavioral health

de-escalation

crisis assessment

treatment planning

community referrals

law enforcement collaboration

lcsw-c

lcpc

$38.45/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive benefits package including 403(b) with company match, financial assistance for licensure fees, and opportunities for training, development, and career growth.

Why this role

Requires a master’s degree in counseling, social work, or a related field; two years of related experience; Maryland LCSW-C or LCPC licensure; law enforcement experience; and a valid driver’s license with current auto insurance. The employer offers assistance with continuing education or licensure reimbursement.

About the employer

The Affiliated Sante Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.