Crisis-Response Behavioral Health Liaison

Burrell Behavioral Health; Boonville (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage reimbursement

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Top-notch training

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in Columbia, MO seeks a Community Behavioral Health Liaison II to coordinate complex cases and connect individuals involved in the criminal justice system with behavioral health services and community resources. You will work with law enforcement, courts, jails, and treatment providers to strengthen crisis intervention and diversion efforts.

Responsibilities include coordinating with courts and treatment teams, supporting re-entry and continuity of care, contributing to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or related field.
• At least two years of experience in behavioral health, criminal justice, or related area.
• Complete the 40-hour Crisis Intervention Team training within six months.

Responsibilities

• Connect individuals referred by authorized sources with behavioral health services and community resources.
• Partner with law enforcement, courts, jails, and providers to strengthen crisis intervention and diversion.
• Coordinate services with courts, treatment teams, and justice partners to improve system responses.
• Coordinate with jails to complete screenings and promote continuity of care after release.
• Support crisis intervention initiatives including co-responder programs and 988 coordination.
• Educate stakeholders about behavioral health, crisis response, and available resources.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in supervision and training.

Skills

Active listening

Cultural competence

Adaptability

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in social work/psychology/criminal justice

CIT 40-hour training within 6 months

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health in Columbia, MO seeks a Community Behavioral Health Liaison II to coordinate complex cases and connect individuals involved in the criminal justice system with behavioral health services and community resources. You will work with law enforcement, courts, jails, and treatment providers to strengthen crisis intervention and diversion efforts.

Responsibilities include coordinating with courts and treatment teams, supporting re-entry and continuity of care, contributing to