Case Worker - Mental Health in Criminal Justice (PT)

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (Previously known as Heart of Texas MHMR); Waco (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network seeks a QMHP-CS I/II (Case Worker) for the Behavioral Justice Center in Waco, TX. The role focuses on assessments, crisis intervention, and continuity of care for adults involved with the criminal justice system.

Responsibilities include on-site interviews, referrals, case management, and advocacy with legal entities. A bachelor or master’s in behavioral sciences or education is required, with related experience in mental health services.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health services for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Familiar with psychiatric diagnosis, psychosocial assessments and crisis intervention.
• Strong interviewing skills and ability to report results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Performs mental health services for severe adult clients in the criminal justice system.
• Conducts interviews and clinical assessments; provide crisis coverage and continuity of care.
• Coordinate referrals, case management, and jail outreach; document progress notes.
• Advocate with legal entities and maintain ongoing case management after jail release.

Skills

Interviewing

Crisis intervention

Report writing

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in behavioral sciences/education

Job description

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network seeks a QMHP-CS I/II (Case Worker) for the Behavioral Justice Center in Waco, TX. The role focuses on assessments, crisis intervention, and continuity of care for adults involved with the criminal justice system.

Responsibilities include on-site interviews, referrals, case management, and advocacy with legal entities. A bachelor or master’s in behavioral sciences or education is required, with related experience in mental health services.