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How much do police crisis intervention jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for police crisis intervention in the United States is $25.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is police crisis intervention?

Police crisis intervention refers to the specialized training and strategies that law enforcement officers use to respond to individuals experiencing mental health crises, emotional distress, or behavioral emergencies. The goal is to de-escalate potentially volatile situations safely and compassionately, often by using communication techniques and connecting individuals to appropriate mental health resources. Crisis intervention helps reduce the risk of harm to everyone involved and aims to provide support rather than punishment for those in crisis.

How does a police crisis intervention officer typically collaborate with mental health professionals during crisis situations?

Police Crisis Intervention Officers often work closely with mental health professionals to ensure individuals in crisis receive appropriate care. During incidents, officers may coordinate with on-call clinicians or crisis teams to assess the person's needs and determine the safest, most effective response. This collaboration can involve joint de-escalation efforts, sharing information, and arranging follow-up support, ultimately aiming to divert individuals from the criminal justice system and connect them to community resources. Regular communication and training with mental health partners are key aspects of this teamwork.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a police crisis intervention officer, and why are they important?

To excel as a Police Crisis Intervention Officer, you generally need specialized law enforcement training, crisis intervention certification, and a strong understanding of mental health issues. Familiarity with de-escalation techniques, radio communication systems, and incident reporting tools is typically required. Outstanding soft skills include empathy, active listening, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. These abilities are critical to safely resolving high-stress situations, protecting community members, and supporting individuals in crisis.
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Infographic showing various Police Crisis Intervention job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,410 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

Co-Response Clinician-Crisis Intervention Team (54740)

HEALTH SOLUTIONS

Trinidad, CO • On-site

$63K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 hours ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide early intervention assessment, crisis de-escalation, and clinical services to individuals identified by police officers with behavioral health concerns

  • Assess referrals, determine appropriateness for services, and coordinate case management including linking clients to resources, monitoring, and follow-up

  • Collaborate with clients, families, community agencies, and law enforcement to develop and coordinate treatment plans and community-based resources

Job description

Health Solutions is a premier wellness center focused on whole-person care. With over 400 employees in Southern Colorado, you would be joining a mighty team of support and administrative staff, clinicians, physicians, nurses, and others in our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of our community.
We're hiring a CIT Co-Responder Clinician to join us at our Rural Health Solutions location in collaboration with Trinidad Police Department. Must be available to work Tuesday-Friday from 7:00 AM-5:00 PM, with the flexibility to adjust the schedule as needed to meet the needs of the program.
What You'd Be Doing
As a CIT-Co-Responder Clinician, you wouldprovide early intervention assessment, referrals and clinical de-escalation services to persons in the community that are identified by Trinidad Police Officers as having behavioral health related concerns. To provide information, education, liaison, and transition services to various networks within Health Solutions and with federal, state, and community-based agencies and resources. To meet the contractual obligations of a sole source contract with the Trinidad Police Department. To provide training and on-going education for officers to increase awareness of crisis de-escalation, mental health and substance use issues and intervention. To provide family members with necessary information and education to further assist persons with mental illness and substance use disorders and for themselves.
Specifically, the CIT-Co-Responder Clinician under the administrative supervision of the Program Director, and the clinical supervision of the Program Director, is responsible for:
  • Accompany Trinidad Police Department officers on mental health related calls in the community, triage, provide crisis intervention, assess needs and provide resources, link with treatment
  • Assessment of all referrals to determine appropriateness for services at Health Solutions
  • Provide case management services including linking to services, monitoring, follow-up, and crisis management for clients
  • Provide services to meet need: office based, community based, or in the client's home
  • Make appropriate referrals to and act as liaison with community agencies, service providers, and natural support systems
  • Provide in-reach and out-reach at designated facilities as assigned/appropriate
  • Collaboration with client(s), family members, and significant others in identifying strengths and treatment needs
  • Work with client and family/support system for appropriate service delivery
  • Provide assistance in developing community-based resources for social, vocational, and leisure skills
  • Maintain communication and links with other Health Solutions programs e.g. Crisis Services, Outpatient, Case Management, Vocational, and Recovery Services programs
  • Coordination for emergency services when clinically indicated/medically necessary; risk/lethality assessment (including inpatient admission)
  • Resource acquisition and assistance with application for benefits and entitlements in collaboration with Case Management Team
  • Assist clients with basic needs such as housing, food, clothing, medical and dental care, legal, vocational, and psychiatric services
  • Provide on-going training and educational opportunities for officers to increase awareness of de-escalation, mental health and substance use intervention
  • Provide family members with necessary information and education to further assist clients and themselves
  • Participate in team meetings, clinical staffing's, and clinical consultation as scheduled
  • Utilize clinical practice guidelines, Health Solutions and State Division of Mental Health standards for appropriate service delivery
  • Appropriately screen and assess referrals for admission into the Crestone Recovery program or other Health Solutions Networks; document, process and organize referrals in a timely manner
  • Coordinate consumer needs and fosters relationships while working with Trinidad Police Department and other criminal justice representatives (jail, courts, Parole Probation etc...)
  • Manage and maintain accurate and timely data collection and documentation database
  • Work with management team on reports, presentations as assigned

What You'll Like About Us
  • Competitive pay. $59,619.89 - $80,358.60 (as determined by credentials and experience)
  • Generous benefits package. For most positions, includes paid holidays, PTO, EAP, tuition reimbursement, retirement, insurances, FSA, and a premier wellness program
    • Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision, with low deductibles. Also, Wellness benefits program available.
    • HS Funded: EAP, Teladoc, LifeLock, Direct Path, Life and AD&D, LTD
    • Retirement 403(b) with employer match up to 6%
    • Additional Insurance: FSA, Voluntary Life, Allstate Voluntary benefits
    • Flexible work schedule
  • Employee recognition and celebrations
  • Warm and friendly work environment in which staff respect and learn from one another
  • Opportunities to serve our neighbors in Trinidad, Huerfano, and Las Animas counties

What We're Looking For-The Must-Haves
  • Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a closely related field will be considered contingent upon eligibility for license within a specified time frame.
  • Experience working with SUD and Co-Occurring disorders
  • Experience conducting brief therapy, working with different age groups, and individuals with acute behavioral health issues.
  • Computer proficiency
  • Valid Colorado driver's license, and access to transportation during work hours
  • Must be able to work Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.

What We'd Like to See in You-The Nice-to-Haves
  • Colorado clinical license (i.e., LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
  • Colorado Certified Addiction Specialist or Licensed Addiction Counselor.
  • Experience working with a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Flexibility, and exceptional time management and documentation skills.
  • Spanish language skills

Closing date: 08/30/2026 - EOE M/F

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