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Position: Constable
Job Type: Full-Time / Non-Exempt
Shift Details: Days: 7:00AM-7:30PM Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Every other Wednesday (36/48)
Work Location: Crisis -Ellendale RRC, 700 Main Street, Ellendale DE 19941
Salary/Hourly Wage: $25.00/Hourly with Constable Certification (Attended Academy and Current)
Salary/Hourly Wage: Not Certified/Non-Commissioned Rate $21.00 *Process to Be Discussed
Specialties / Licenses or Certifications:
Constable Certification
Summary of Job: The Constable is responsible for providing a safe, recovery environment that ensures respect and dignity using a recovery coaching approach. The Constable will demonstrate non-violent verbal de-escalation skills at all times and uses physical hold interventions as a last resort, to ensure safety and ensure involuntary guests remain on facility premises as indicated.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Guest Care & Advocacy:
   • Provides a welcoming environment for individuals using the Recovery Coaching process.
   • Utilizes "No Force First" philosophy, i.e., non-violent, verbal de-escalation skills.
   • Provides the safe transport of individuals as directed.
   • Ensures the safety and security of individuals within the facility.
   • Provides direct support to all involuntary individuals during the evaluation process.
2. Compliance & Risk Management:
   • Documents relevant and required information and services provided.
   • Keeps abreast of all federal and state regulations and laws and all Recovery Innovations policies and procedures as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
   • Understands and adheres to Recovery Innovations compliance standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policies.
3. Cross Functional Collaboration:
   • Assists staff in reviewing and securing individual and visitor personal items.
4. Additional Duties:
   • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Your well-being and success are our priority at RI-explore our benefits and discover how we invest in YOU every step of the way! As an innovative leader in behavioral health care, we are committed to supporting our teams through a comprehensive benefits package. This includes competitive health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to mental health resources and wellness programs. We offer a strong retirement plan with company matching and generous paid time off to support work-life balance. In addition, we provide ongoing opportunities for professional development and training to help you advance in your career. We value the contributions of our team members and are dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.
Job Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

1. Education/Licenses:
   • High School Diploma or equivalent.
   • Successful completion of Peer Employment Training thus obtaining Certification as a Peer Support Specialist required.
2. Experience:
   • Prior law enforcement experience within the last five (5) years or prior employment as a Constable.
   • Minimum of two (2) years of behavioral health experience, crisis environment preferred.
   • Must meet and pass the minimum training and experience standards established by the Board of Examiners of Constables.
3. Skills:
   • Knowledge of all applicable code governing the power, duties and jurisdiction of a Constable.
   • Knowledge of Title 16, 24-hour hold process.
   • Ability to problem solve.
   • Must be able to pass de-escalation training, as defined by state requirements.
4. Driving Requirements:
   • If driving is required for this position, must meet all requirements outlined in Recovery Innovations driving policy.
   • If not qualified to drive per driving policy, a Non-Driver Attestation form must be signed.
5. Miscellaneous Requirement(s):
   • Must be at least 18 years old unless residing in a state where funder or government regulations set a different minimum age requirement.
   • Travel required based on business need.
   • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality (HIPAA guidelines and regulations) and professionalism.
   • We are a Second-Chance Employer
     • Must be able to pass a seven-year background check.
     • Must be able to pass substance abuse testing and/or tuberculous testing (if applicable).
     • Must be able to obtain designated fingerprinting clearance in applicable states.
     • Must be able to pass education verification check.
     • Must be able to pass three-year motor vehicle report and meet minimum eligibility requirements criteria of insurance carrier (if driving is required for this position).

A Direct Service Competency Checklist must be completed as part of the new hire onboarding process.
Physical Demands:
May include work close to the eyes and substantial motions of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, handling, finger dexterity; eye-hand-foot coordination, use of corrected vision; color vision; use of auditory senses. May be required to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
Work Environment
May work in an office environment or behavioral health facility. May have contact with individuals who are agitated and/or confused. Work may include travel throughout the geographic region.
Recovery Innovations is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. Our hiring practices are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive to create a workplace where every employee feels valued and respected.
Recovery Innovations is a second chance employer, and we evaluate all qualified applicants fairly, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with legal and funder requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.
Benefits/perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Recovery Innovations.
The wage range for this role considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Recovery Innovations compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
Pay Range: $21 - $25 per hour