<p>RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center, is seeking a Master's level Social Worker or Counselor for the position of ROADs Mental Health Co-Responder at our Oak Ridge, TN, location. This Social Work or Counseling position will be part of the startup team for the ROADs (Road to Recovery) program which will create partnerships and significantly expand Ridgeview's work in opioid abatement. This position will be embedded with the Oak Ridge Police Department and will be regularly scheduled Monday-Friday, noon-8pm. The ROADs program will begin January 1, 2026.</p> <p>For unlicensed staff, supervision is provided for paths leading to LCSW or LPC-MHSP.</p> <p>Ridgeview has been named a 2025 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel, which is a testament to our staff who unite behind the idea of One Ridgeview. Ridgeview is a place where staff want to work, a place where staff are valued and appreciated, and a place where staff are proud of the impact they are making toward the improvement of people's lives. At Ridgeview, our real job satisfaction is derived from co-workers, clients, and the realization that we are part of carrying out Ridgeview's mission.</p> <p>HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY</p> <p>"Where life's complexities are met with hope"</p> <p>REQUIREMENTS</p> <p>A Master's Degree from an accredited institution in a mental health field is required. LCSW or LPC-MHSP preferred. Mandatory Prescreening Agent (MPA) or MPA eligible preferred. Experience in Crisis Services preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid Tennessee driver's license and have a safe driving record. Some evening hours required.</p> <p>JOB DUTIES</p> <p>The ROADs Mental Health Co-Responder will be part of a joint effort between the Oak Ridge Police Department (ORPD) and Ridgeview. The objective with this part of the program is to have a team comprised of law enforcement and a mental health professional to be able to jointly respond to issues in the community where there is a mental health or substance use component involved. This position will be a combination of ride-along, join-at-the-scene, and follow-up services for persons struggling with mental health and drug addiction who require a police response. The ROADs Mental Health Co-Responder will provide both on site and office-based assessments for individuals experiencing a psychiatric emergency. The ROADs Mental Health Co-Responder will provide crisis intervention, telephone consultation, linkage with community resources, and pre-screening admissions of emergency hospital commitments. The ROADs Mental Health Co-Responder will display positive interaction and communication with community agencies and other public relations activities.</p> <p>BENEFITS</p> <p>Ridgeview offers a full line of benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long-Term Disability, Holiday Pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Life Insurance and Wellness Plan. Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corp site. Student loan repayment for qualified behavioral health and primary health care providers is available including LCSW, LPC-MHSP, and LMFT.</p> <p>Ridgeview is an equal opportunity employer. Ridgeview conducts Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Records, License/Degree Verification, and Drug Screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check and driving record.</p>