Crisis Response Team Specialist - Wayne County Government

Posting/Description

The Crisis Response Team Specialist is a crucial "First Responder" within the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility, which operates 365 days a year, 24/7. The Crisis Response Team Specialist will immediately respond to disturbances, escapes, fires, evacuations, natural disasters, and/or non-emergency responses. As part of a specially trained team skilled in trauma-informed response, this role is vital in ensuring the safety and security of the facility and the community it serves.

The Crisis Response Team Specialist will develop specialized skills in handling multiple threat levels in the facility through a trauma-informed lens. This includes using de-escalation and the tension reduction cycle. The Crisis Response Team Specialist will remain mindful of the unique nature of dealing with each individual resident and be prepared to provide the appropriate response to neutralize any acts of aggression or mental health crises. This role offers a dynamic and challenging environment that will foster personal and professional growth.

Required Tasks

• Provide crisis intervention, stabilization, and support to units within the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility where juvenile residents present behavioral health concerns or are in an active state of crisis.
• Evaluate posed threats to determine the need for a supportive response, with a primary focus on verbal de-escalation.
• Conduct routine and non-routine welfare checks of all housing units to ensure stability.
• Conduct routine and non-routine safety and sanitation inspections of all housing units to mitigate entry of illegal contraband or weapons into the facility.
• Assess behavior patterns and adverse health conditions in juveniles and follow proper medical reporting procedures.
• Conduct routine fire safety inspections and test duress alarms for functionality.
• Conduct routine fire and emergency evacuation drills.
• Build relationships with juvenile residents and possess the ability to establish trust and cooperation with the residents while maintaining a high standard of professionalism, assertiveness, and leadership.
• Transportation of juvenile residents, as needed.
• Respond safely to the facility in the event of a critical incident if called upon.
• Prepare and process incident reports with accurate detail and information.

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major coursework in Criminal Justice, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a closely related field OR
• A high school diploma or equivalent with at least two (2) years experience in Law enforcement, military, and/or a secured/correctional facility.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.

Special Conditions:

• Applicant MUST have or be able to obtain MDHHS Registry and Central Registry Clearance prior to hire and annually thereafter. Candidates that have lived outside of the state of Michigan must provide clearance from that state.
• Be willing to accept appointment to any one of the three shifts in any five-day work week schedule, Monday through Sunday, including holidays.
• Must complete a 160-hour training curriculum.
• Pass a medical examination before hire and annually thereafter.
• Pass physical agility requirement test before hire and annually thereafter.
• Be willing to accept mandatory overtime based on the facility's needs.