Community Behavioral Health Liaison I

FCC Behavioral Health•Poplar Bluff, MO

17d

About The Position

The Community Behavioral Health Liaison I (CBHL I) is responsible for the coordination of services for individuals with behavioral health needs who have come to the attention of the justice system through law enforcement, courts, and/or jail personnel. The clientele served have complex mental health and/or substance use needs that are either unmet or are poorly coordinated. The CBHL I is a part of a person-centered integration team and works with local systems to coordinate care for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related behavioral health field, with one year of experience
trained in crisis intervention
knowledgeable about the local system of care, including but not limited to the operation of the community providers, the ACI system, inpatient psychiatric resources, civil commitment procedures, and guardianship laws
knowledgeable about behavioral health disorders and co-occurring disorders
proficient in public speaking and experienced in delivering professional training

Responsibilities

Coordinate services and develop local systems of care for individuals with behavioral health needs who have come to the attention of law enforcement officials, jail staff and court staff
Participate on local law enforcement Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT) or other initiatives that assist law enforcement in addressing individuals with behavioral health needs
Collaborate with local partners in treatment or diversion courts assisting individuals with behavioral health needs
Provide or coordinate training and consultation on behavioral health issues for law enforcement and court staff as needed
Assist local Access Crisis Intervention (ACI) teams, along with courts, law enforcement or other entities in assessing individuals with behavioral health needs and accessing needed resources and services for such persons
In coordination with the ACI, assist law enforcement, jails, and the courts in locating inpatient psychiatric beds for court-ordered involuntary detentions and in filing petitions for involuntary detention with the probate court for those individuals who present a likelihood of serious harm due to a mental disorder
Complete all mandatory documentation
Act as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Adherence to all applicable evidence-based practice models.
Orally communicate information effectively and accurately.
Assure program operates within the constraints of the agency’s certification (CARF, DMH) standards and strategic plan related to clinical care.
Abide by program and agency policies and procedures.
Other job duties and special projects as assigned