CSS 2023-04-24 Item 1E - Contracts - Co-Responders with Sound Health

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City of Tukwila / Sound Exhibit A — Scope of Work The Contractor will provide de-escalation, diversions and referrals to appropriate services as further described herein by providing a mental health professional, hereafter referred to as "CoResponder", to assist Tukwila Police Department ("TPD") officers. The Contractor shall provide a CoResponder Wednesday through Saturday from 12pm-10pm to ride along with TPD officers. Sound CoResponder will accompany assigned TPD Officer to dispatched calls. The intent will be to respond to the following types / nature of calls; • Intoxication • Substance Use / Abuse • Welfare Check • Suicide Prevention, Assessment, and Intervention • Indecent Exposure • Trespass / Unwanted Person • Syringe Disposal / HRAC • Disturbance • Public Nuisance / Mental Health Crisis • Domestic Violence • Integrated Child Welfare It is understood that a TPD Officer may have to respond to other types of calls when the CoResponder is in the vehicle. The CoResponder will assist to de-escalate and provide guidance to divert individuals from jails and hospitalizations. CoResponder will follow-up with previously engaged individuals to track progress and efficacy. • Follow the direction of the officer at all times. • Provide history checks for individuals identified in calls for service and advise officer of any safety or mental health concerns prior to making contact. This will occur preferably before contact but at a minimum before determining a resolution. • Conduct In -field Assessments: o The TPD officer will instruct the CoResponder, as required, to remain in the patrol car or assist with initial contact. The CoResponder will not initiate contact with an individual until the TPD officer identifies the scene is safe and it is appropriate to do so. o CoResponder will conduct an initial assessment including a safety evaluation. {E F M2796034. DOCX;1 /13175.000001 / } 57