Community Behavioral Health Liaison

Compass Health Network • Rolla, MO

6h

About The Position

The Community Behavioral Health Liaison connects law enforcement, courts, jails, crisis teams, and local behavioral health systems to help individuals experiencing behavioral health crises access coordinated, person-centered care. The role strengthens community care systems and advocates for people with complex behavioral health needs, including individuals involved in the justice system. It involves a collaborative, community-based presence across assigned regions and participation in a multidisciplinary care team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must qualify for the position based on overall CSS requirements through at least one of the listed options: qualified addiction professional; bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S. Department of Education’s database of accredited schools; any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience; or an Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the Department of Mental Health.
• Qualifying experience must include delivering services to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver's license and agency-established minimum automobile coverage required.
• Driving is an essential function of this community-based position.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field preferred.
• Experience navigating mental health or substance use care systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build trust across diverse professional networks.
• Ability to stay calm and grounded when working with individuals in crisis.

Responsibilities

• Build and coordinate local systems of care that connect individuals with behavioral health needs to appropriate services in collaboration with law enforcement, courts, jails, and crisis teams.
• Partner with community stakeholders, including Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT) and specialty or diversion courts, to support safe, timely, and recovery-oriented responses.
• Provide consultation, training, and coordination to justice and public safety partners to improve behavioral health awareness and response.
• Support crisis assessment, resource linkage, and diversion efforts, prioritizing access to treatment whenever possible.
• Maintain an active, community-based presence across assigned regions to ensure responsiveness, relationship-building, and effective collaboration.
• Serve as an essential part of a multidisciplinary, person-centered care team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED