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Get Access To All JobsPOSITION TITLE: Mental Health Crisis Specialist Co-Responder
LOCATION: Oshkosh Human Services
HIRING RANGE: $67,204 - $74,671 (2027 Rates)
STATUS: Full-time
HOURS PER WEEK: 40
WORK HOURS: 10am – 6pm
DEPARTMENT: Human Services-Behavioral Health
PAY BASIS: Salaried
PURPOSE AND SUMMARY:
Acting as part of a co-responder team with a law enforcement agency, paired with a law enforcement officer, provides assessment and brief counseling to individuals in the community who are experiencing a mental health emergency or are unhoused. The purpose is to determine the best intervention or referrals for these individuals. Treatment outcomes may be hospital admission or services in the community to provide support.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Assesses individuals accessing law enforcement services who are seeking or would benefit from intervention services and community resources. Provides support as needed. Links individuals with appropriate community partners and services.
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Conducts individual assessments and evaluations for those unhoused, in crisis or at risk of being in a crisis situation. Determines appropriate disposition and if necessary authorizes facility admission as needed for mental health or substance abuse reasons, particularly those with no insurance and those who may need an emergency detention or protective custody hold. All individuals should be evaluated for diversion from an inpatient setting when appropriate. Assessments and evaluations can occur in the office, community, local emergency rooms, or in the county jail.
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Initiates Chapter 51 actions when necessary, including screening individuals, assisting petitioners in preparing affidavits, and submitting petitions to court through corporation counsel's office.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
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Screens individuals requesting services through the Behavioral Health Division and assists clients in obtaining appropriate services. These services could include linking the individual to a clinic therapist or psychiatrist, or referring to a private provider or other appropriate community resource. Gathers collateral information where appropriate.
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Link individuals that are unhoused to resources within the community.
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Assists in admissions to and discharges from crisis stabilization beds.
-
Assists with paperwork and provides transportation for individuals to and from treatment facilities when necessary.
-
Responds to referrals for assistance from law enforcement or other emergency services or self-referrals who identifies as being in crisis.
-
Response may be brief telephone counseling or face to face contact.
-
Establishes a safety plan in collaboration with law enforcement and other Department of Human Services staff to address safety concerns.
-
Maintains accurate detailed records of contacts and distributes them to the appropriate staff to ensure continuity of care.
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When necessary, functions as an interim case manager for new clients while their overall service and treatment plan is being developed.
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Addresses and resolves conflict and manages stress in a professional manner, including actively engaging in professional and personal activities which help mitigate the impact of secondary traumatic stress.
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Knowledge of or interest in Trauma Informed Care principles and practices, and a strong commitment to fostering a positive, healthy work culture.
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Performs work duties in multiple settings including outside, in all weather.
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Performs other related duties as may be assigned.
WORK RELATIONSHIPS:
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Reports to Crisis Supervisor.
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Works closely with law enforcement, hospital emergency room staff, community service providers and department staff.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATION:
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Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning, preferably in Human Services or a related field.
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A minimum of two years' work experience performing mental health services preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
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Working knowledge of crisis intervention counseling techniques and practices.
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Knowledge of community resources.
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Ability to apply these types of knowledge to a variety of Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Adult Protective Services, Juvenile Justice, and Child Protective Services work situations.
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Ability to evaluate client situations and implement appropriate hospital diversion plans.
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Working knowledge and understanding of Trauma Informed Care preferred.
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Ability to effectively address and resolve conflict and to manage stress in a professional manner.
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Knowledge of Wisconsin Statutes Chapters 48, 51, 54, 55, and 938.
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Ability to work independently but call on supervisor for consultation when necessary and appropriate.
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Ability to effectively plan and organize work.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff and community resources.
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Possess effective oral and written communication skills.
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Knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn and use electronic health record software.
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to move freely throughout the community.
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Ability to remain sitting or standing for long period of times.
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Ability to use standard office equipment including telephone, computer, printer, photocopier, and scanner.
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Ability to travel to other county departments and locations.
Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Posting Start: 10/29/2026
Posting End: 12/31/2027
SALARY RANGE: $67,204.00-$74,671.00
POSITION TITLE: Mental Health Crisis Specialist Co-Responder
LOCATION: Oshkosh Human Services
HIRING RANGE: $67,204 - $74,671 (2027 Rates)
STATUS: Full-time
HOURS PER WEEK: 40
WORK HOURS: 10am – 6pm
DEPARTMENT: Human Services-Behavioral Health
PAY BASIS: Salaried
PURPOSE AND SUMMARY:
Acting as part of a co-responder team with a law enforcement agency, paired with a law enforcement officer, provides assessment and brief counseling to individuals in the community who are experiencing a mental health emergency or are unhoused. The purpose is to determine the best intervention or referrals for these individuals. Treatment outcomes may be hospital admission or services in the community to provide support.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
-
Assesses individuals accessing law enforcement services who are seeking or would benefit from intervention services and community resources. Provides support as needed. Links individuals with appropriate community partners and services.
-
Conducts individual assessments and evaluations for those unhoused, in crisis or at risk of being in a crisis situation. Determines appropriate disposition and if necessary authorizes facility admission as needed for mental health or substance abuse reasons, particularly those with no insurance and those who may need an emergency detention or protective custody hold. All individuals should be evaluated for diversion from an inpatient setting when appropriate. Assessments and evaluations can occur in the office, community, local emergency rooms, or in the county jail.
-
Initiates Chapter 51 actions when necessary, including screening individuals, assisting petitioners in preparing affidavits, and submitting petitions to court through corporation counsel's office.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
-
Screens individuals requesting services through the Behavioral Health Division and assists clients in obtaining appropriate services. These services could include linking the individual to a clinic therapist or psychiatrist, or referring to a private provider or other appropriate community resource. Gathers collateral information where appropriate.
-
Link individuals that are unhoused to resources within the community.
-
Assists in admissions to and discharges from crisis stabilization beds.
-
Assists with paperwork and provides transportation for individuals to and from treatment facilities when necessary.
-
Responds to referrals for assistance from law enforcement or other emergency services or self-referrals who identifies as being in crisis.
-
Response may be brief telephone counseling or face to face contact.
-
Establishes a safety plan in collaboration with law enforcement and other Department of Human Services staff to address safety concerns.
-
Maintains accurate detailed records of contacts and distributes them to the appropriate staff to ensure continuity of care.
-
When necessary, functions as an interim case manager for new clients while their overall service and treatment plan is being developed.
-
Addresses and resolves conflict and manages stress in a professional manner, including actively engaging in professional and personal activities which help mitigate the impact of secondary traumatic stress.
-
Knowledge of or interest in Trauma Informed Care principles and practices, and a strong commitment to fostering a positive, healthy work culture.
-
Performs work duties in multiple settings including outside, in all weather.
-
Performs other related duties as may be assigned.
WORK RELATIONSHIPS:
-
Reports to Crisis Supervisor.
-
Works closely with law enforcement, hospital emergency room staff, community service providers and department staff.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATION:
-
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning, preferably in Human Services or a related field.
-
A minimum of two years' work experience performing mental health services preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
-
Working knowledge of crisis intervention counseling techniques and practices.
-
Knowledge of community resources.
-
Ability to apply these types of knowledge to a variety of Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Adult Protective Services, Juvenile Justice, and Child Protective Services work situations.
-
Ability to evaluate client situations and implement appropriate hospital diversion plans.
-
Working knowledge and understanding of Trauma Informed Care preferred.
-
Ability to effectively address and resolve conflict and to manage stress in a professional manner.
-
Knowledge of Wisconsin Statutes Chapters 48, 51, 54, 55, and 938.
-
Ability to work independently but call on supervisor for consultation when necessary and appropriate.
-
Ability to effectively plan and organize work.
-
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff and community resources.
-
Possess effective oral and written communication skills.
-
Knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn and use electronic health record software.
Physical Requirements:
-
Ability to move freely throughout the community.
-
Ability to remain sitting or standing for long period of times.
-
Ability to use standard office equipment including telephone, computer, printer, photocopier, and scanner.
-
Ability to travel to other county departments and locations.
Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Posting Start: 10/29/2026
Posting End: 12/31/2027
SALARY RANGE: $67,204.00-$74,671.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Mental Health
Verify your licensure transfers across state lines
State licensure for counselors, social workers, and psychologists is not automatically portable. Confirm your home-country credentials meet the target state's licensure board requirements before applying, since PERM requires the position's minimum qualifications to be legitimate and consistently enforced.
Target employers already enrolled in E-Verify
Hospitals and community mental health centers enrolled in E-Verify signal established immigration compliance infrastructure. These employers are far more likely to have HR teams familiar with PERM filings than smaller private practices encountering sponsorship for the first time.
Search green-card-sponsoring mental health employers on Migrate Mate
Filter directly for mental health roles at employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces this data so you can prioritize outreach to organizations that have navigated PERM before, not ones learning the process on your timeline.
Document supervised clinical hours before your PERM starts
Many mental health roles require post-degree supervised hours for licensure. Gather certified records of those hours early. If your employer lists licensure as a job requirement, PERM's audit defense depends on proving you met that standard at the time of the job offer.
Understand the EB-2 versus EB-3 classification for your role
Psychiatrists and licensed clinical psychologists with doctoral degrees typically qualify under EB-2 as advanced-degree professionals. Licensed counselors and social workers with master's degrees often fall under EB-3. The classification affects your priority date queue, especially if you're from a high-demand country.
Ask employers to specify the PERM wage level during the offer stage
DOL assigns prevailing wage at Levels I through IV under PERM. Mental health employers sometimes default to Level I, which can create problems if your actual duties match a higher-level position. Use the OFLC Wage Search to cross-check before accepting an offer letter.
Green Card Mental Health: Frequently Asked Questions
Which mental health roles are most commonly sponsored for green cards?
Psychiatrists, licensed clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors, and psychologists are the roles most frequently sponsored through PERM. Hospitals, Federally Qualified Health Centers, and state-run behavioral health agencies sponsor the most petitions because they have dedicated HR infrastructure for immigration compliance and face persistent shortages in licensed clinical staff.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for mental health professionals?
H-1B visa is a temporary status with a three-year initial period and annual lottery risk. PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent and has no lottery. EB-3 petitions for most countries outside India and China move relatively quickly through the priority date queue. The PERM process takes longer upfront, typically 12 to 24 months from labor certification through I-140 approval, but the outcome is permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary visa.
Can a community mental health center or nonprofit sponsor a green card?
Yes. Nonprofit community mental health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers sponsor green cards through the same PERM process as for-profit hospitals. Some nonprofits qualify as USCIS-designated cap-exempt H-1B employers for temporary visas, but for green cards, all employers follow the same EB-2 and EB-3 PERM pathway regardless of tax-exempt status.
How do I find mental health employers that actively sponsor green cards?
Start with Migrate Mate, which lets you search mental health roles filtered by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Cross-reference with DOL PERM disclosure data, which is publicly available and shows which employers have filed labor certifications for specific job titles. Prioritizing employers with prior filings reduces the risk of your sponsorship stalling because the employer is unfamiliar with the process.
Does my foreign mental health degree qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
EB-2 requires an advanced degree, typically a master's or doctorate, or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in the field. EB-3 covers professionals with a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent. USCIS evaluates foreign degrees through credential evaluation reports. For mental health roles, the degree field must align with the clinical position, not just the education level, so a general business degree won't satisfy a licensed counselor role.