Community Behavioral Health Liaison

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About The Position

The Community Behavioral Health Liaison (CBHL) is responsible for coordinating services for individuals with behavioral health needs who have come into contact with the justice system through law enforcement, courts, and/or jail personnel. These individuals typically have complex mental health and/or substance use needs that have not been adequately addressed. As part of a person-centered integration team, the CBHL collaborates with local systems to ensure coordinated care for those in crisis. This role involves establishing ongoing relationships with law enforcement, court, and jail personnel to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients. The incumbent in this position is expected to work both independently and as part of a team to ensure that client needs are met according to best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related behavioral health field.
• One year of experience including training in crisis intervention.
• Knowledgeable about the local system of care, including community providers, 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

• Establish ongoing relationships with law enforcement, court and jail personnel including County Sheriffs, Municipal Police, Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Officers, Missouri State Highway Patrol, Department of Public Safety, Jail Administrators and Staff, Park Rangers and Conservation Agents, Judges, Court Administrator, Treatment Court Administrator, etc.
• Coordinate services with local systems of care for individuals with behavioral health needs who have come to the attention of law enforcement, the courts, and jails.
• Facilitate coordination among partners by establishing written agreements or memorandums of understanding (MOU) between the agency, CBHL, law enforcement, courts, and/or jails.
• Coordinate with Access Crisis Intervention (ACI) in assessing individuals with behavioral health needs.
• Assist law enforcement, court, and jail staff in locating inpatient psychiatric beds for court-ordered involuntary detentions.
• Participate and assist local law enforcement in developing Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT) or other initiatives.
• Attend local and state CIT meetings and maintain regular law enforcement contact.
• Provide support and referral to care for law enforcement to assist in coping with stress and/or trauma.
• Collaborate and coordinate services with local courts and court personnel for justice-involved individuals with behavioral health issues.
• Attend monthly conference calls, webinars, and face-to-face meetings/trainings.
• Work closely with all agencies which have co-responders to prevent duplication of efforts.
• Assist with individuals in jail/custody by working with DMH Community Placement Staff and Forensic Case Monitors.

Benefits

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package.
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more.
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive.
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within.
• Welcoming, warm, supportive work culture & environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees