Community Behavioral Health Liaison: Outreach & Training

ReDiscover; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ReDiscover in Lincoln, NE seeks a Community Behavioral Health Liaison to partner with law enforcement, courts, and jails to support individuals with behavioral health needs. You will follow up on referrals, link clients to services, and provide consultation or co‑deployment as needed.

The role includes delivering CIT trainings, participating in council meetings, and building ties with courts and community partners to improve access to services.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a social science field preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in treatment planning and community behavioral health outreach preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and insurance for work-related travel.
• Knowledge of mental illness and substance use disorders, with a focus on recovery‑oriented care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR), Microsoft Office, and use of email to manage data and reporting.
• Commitment to helping individuals access behavioral health services and improve community outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as ReDiscover’s main contact with law enforcement, courts, and jails, supporting individuals with behavioral health needs.
• Follow up on referrals with assertive community outreach and link individuals to services and resources.
• Provide consultation, outreach, or co‑deployment with law enforcement as needed.
• Deliver CIT, POST‑approved, or Roll Call trainings for law enforcement and first responders.
• Participate in CIT Council trainings, meetings, and community events.
• Train and facilitate Civil Involuntary Detention/96‑hour holds for the agency and community.
• Build strong relationships with courts, offering consultation, assessment, or staffing support.
• Collaborate with CCBHCs, hospitals, law enforcement, courts, jails, and other systems to break down silos and improve access to behavioral health services.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of mental illness and SUD

Commitment to recovery‑oriented care

Education

Master’s degree in social science

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Microsoft Office

Email reporting

Job description

ReDiscover in Lincoln, NE seeks a Community Behavioral Health Liaison to partner with law enforcement, courts, and jails to support individuals with behavioral health needs. You will follow up on referrals, link clients to services, and provide consultation or co‑deployment as needed.

The role includes delivering CIT trainings, participating in council meetings, and building ties with courts and community partners to improve access to services.