Law Enforcement Liaison I

MHMR of Tarrant County • Fort Worth, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Tarrant County Law Enforcement Liaison Project is responsible for assisting law enforcement officers in appropriately diverting persons with mental impairments from the criminal justice system into behavioral health treatment services. Staff provide 24-hour assistance to local law enforcement officers, as well as provide training and outreach activities. In addition, this position facilitates and/or conducts needs assessments, eligibility screenings and access to appropriate treatment and other social services for individuals with behavioral health needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social services, Criminal Justice, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology.
• Minimum of 1 year work related experience
• Ability to pass extensive background check with law enforcement agency to access appropriate database and CJIS certification

Responsibilities

• Assisting law enforcement officers in appropriately diverting persons with mental impairments from the criminal justice system into behavioral health treatment services.
• Provide 24-hour assistance to local law enforcement officers.
• Provide training and outreach activities.
• Facilitate and/or conduct needs assessments, eligibility screenings and access to appropriate treatment and other social services for individuals with behavioral health needs.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with company matching
• Day one PTO accrual
• Ten paid holidays plus a floating holiday
• Employee assistance programs
• Comprehensive wellness programs that promote physical, mental, and financial health.
• Qualifying employer for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level