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Pinellas County Sheriff's Office

Crisis Response Specialist

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, Largo, Florida, United States, 34640


This position performs professional social work activities, focusing on providing social work services, case management, and case follow up for potential crisis individuals of Pinellas County. Job duties are based on assignment. Objectives are to engage persons in crisis, mitigate and de-escalate tension, and assist with continuous mental health services to reduce law enforcement contact and Baker Acts. Work assignments include, but are not limited to:crisis intervention;mental health assessment and treatment through linkage with pertinent referral agencies and programs;other supportive services as they arise.

Position requires flexibility to work 8-hour or 10-hour shifts which may be days or evenings. Shift differential pay of 5% will apply when scheduled for evening shifts.

Qualifications:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related fieldGraduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field, preferredTwo (2) years' experience in case management, social work, or substance abuse treatmentMust possess a valid Florida driver's license

Applicants must be tobacco/nicotine free for six months prior to submitting application and during length of employment.

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office strives to provide our employees with the best benefits possible. Some of the benefits are Annual Leave (120 hours), Health Insurance, Wellness Incentives, and Education Assistance Program.

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is an EEO/ADA employer and is committed to being a drug free workplace.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.pcsoweb.com/careers

Any questions can be directed to

Human Resources at 727-582-6208 or

employment@pcsonet.com

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