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Mental Health Therapist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Most positions require a master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology, and state licensure is typically a prerequisite before sponsorship begins.
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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.
-
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.
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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.
-
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.
-
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 Therapist
Secure your state license before applying
Most employers won't start PERM until you hold an active state clinical license. Pursue licensure through reciprocity or endorsement if you trained abroad, since unlicensed candidates rarely clear DOL's minimum qualifications review.
Target community mental health centers specifically
Federally Qualified Health Centers and nonprofit community mental health organizations face persistent therapist shortages, making them more willing to absorb PERM legal costs and longer timelines than private group practices typically are.
Verify your degree meets EB-2 advanced-degree criteria
A foreign master's in counseling or clinical psychology generally qualifies for EB-2 after a credential evaluation. USCIS requires the evaluation to confirm U.S. equivalency, so obtain this before your employer files the I-140 petition.
Search green-card-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by Mental Health Therapist roles where employers have active PERM or I-140 filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces this sponsorship data so you can prioritize outreach to organizations already familiar with the employment-based green card process.
Understand how PERM advertising affects your timeline
DOL requires employers to run documented recruitment for at least 60 days before filing PERM. Negotiate your start date and any contingencies around this window so the advertising period doesn't conflict with your current visa status expiration.
Confirm your employer will cover credential evaluation costs
PERM filings for foreign-trained therapists often require a foreign credential evaluation report alongside the labor certification. Clarify in your offer letter who pays for the evaluation, since USCIS and DOL both reference it during adjudication.
Green Card Mental Health Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Mental Health Therapist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Mental Health Therapist positions qualify for EB-3 as skilled professionals requiring a bachelor's or master's degree. Roles that specifically require a master's degree and meet the advanced-degree standard can qualify for EB-2 instead, which may offer faster priority date movement depending on your country of birth. Your employer's immigration attorney typically makes the final determination based on the job description.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
The PERM-based green card process leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status, and there is no annual lottery at the EB-3 level for most countries. H-1B visa sponsorship is capped at 85,000 per year and subject to random selection. Green card sponsorship takes longer overall, often two to four years for the full PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status sequence, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency with no renewal requirement.
Can I start working before my green card is approved?
Yes. You can begin employment on a valid work-authorized status such as H-1B or TN visa while your employer pursues PERM and I-140 on your behalf. Once your I-485 adjustment of status application is pending and your priority date is current, you receive employment authorization documentation that lets you continue working independently of your underlying visa category.
How do I find Mental Health Therapist employers who actively sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search Mental Health Therapist roles filtered by employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history, so you're not guessing which organizations will sponsor. Community mental health centers, hospital systems, and federally funded behavioral health programs are among the most consistent sponsors because ongoing therapist shortages make the PERM labor market test easier to satisfy.
Does a foreign clinical degree create complications during the PERM process?
It can. DOL requires that the job's minimum requirements be clearly tied to the actual duties, not tailored to your credentials. If your foreign degree requires an equivalency evaluation, that evaluation must align with what the employer genuinely requires of all applicants. USCIS also reviews the evaluation at the I-140 stage, so a thorough report from a NACES-member credential evaluator reduces the risk of a Request for Evidence.