Hospital Responder (0.2 FTE) - Every Other Weekend

Position Overview

Hennepin Healthcare is seeking a Hospital Responder (0.2 FTE) to join the Next Step team—a hospital-based violence intervention program serving victims of violent injury. In this part‐time role, you will respond every other weekend, providing timely crisis support, bedside assessments, and facilitating community-based follow‐up services.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily hospital rounds to connect with hospitalized participants and follow up with new admissions.
• Provide weekday evening and overnight coverage as required.
• Respond to notifications of eligible participant arrivals at designated hospitals within 30 minutes and remain as needed.
• Perform initial bedside visits and deliver immediate crisis response for patients and their families.
• Offer comfort, education, and emotional support regarding the consequences of violent injury.
• Build rapport with participants, assess risks, identify community-based needs, and refer to appropriate services.
• Guide participants in developing and achieving personal goal plans.
• Maintain ongoing contact with participants until they are transferred to the assigned Next Step Case Manager.
• Document all contacts and activities accurately.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or an approved combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate, timely records.
• Capable of reading, following written instructions, and communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Pay Rate: $24.25 - $31.98 hourly.
• Part-time role at 0.20 FTE (16 hours per pay period).
• Extensive Benefits Program: Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life coverage, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance, Retirement Funds, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and License and Certification Reimbursement (available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).
• Total Rewards Package: Compensation is based on skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience, and internal equity.