SAAS/SAPOL Co-Responders
Core
Embedded mental health co-responder providing real-time assessment, triage, and crisis intervention alongside SA Ambulance Service and SA Police in the community.
Role type
Registered Nurse (Mental Health Crisis Intervention)
Builds
Community mental health care pathways and diversion from emergency/custodial settings
Domain
Public Health / Mental Health / Emergency Response
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mental health assessment, crisis intervention, autonomous field work, multidisciplinary liaison, knowledge of mental health legislation, driving
Preferred skills
Experience in mental health service landscape, conflict resolution, resilience in high-stress environments
Responsibilities
Provide real-time mental health assessment and triage in the field, divert individuals from emergency departments and custodial settings, coordinate referrals to community and inpatient services, contribute to debriefs and quality improvement
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC