Forensic Specialist

Bridgeway Center, Inc. (BCI); Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeway Center, Inc. (BCI) is seeking a Forensic Specialist to support individuals involved with the behavioral health criminal justice system in Okaloosa and Walton Counties.

The role tracks individuals in jails, state facilities or community settings referred for competency evaluation as part of judicial proceedings. The Forensic Specialist collaborates with state hospitals, jails, court administrators and judges to ensure needs are met, serving as a steady, supportive presence while

Qualifications

• Must be compassionate and reliable.
• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Track individuals in Okaloosa and Walton County jails, state facilities or community settings referred for mental health competency evaluation.
• Collaborate with state hospitals, jails, court administrators and judges to meet individuals' needs.
• Provide a steady, supportive presence for individuals navigating the forensic mental health system.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Communication

Job description

Posting No. BCI-2026-39 and 40

Bridgeway Center, Inc. (BCI)

POST

Position: Forensic Specialist (Seeking to fill two (2) positions)

Employment Status: Full-Time (FT)

Department: Forensic Services

Reports To: To Be Determined (TBD)

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Bridgeway Center, Inc. (BCI) is seeking a compassionate, reliable individual who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals involved with the behavioral health criminal justice system in Okaloosa and Walton Counties.

The Forensic Specialist will track individuals in the Okaloosa and Walton County jails, state treatment facilities or community who have been referred for a mental health competency evaluation as part of their judicial proceedings. The Forensic Specialist will collaborate with state hospitals, jails, court administrators and judges to ensure the individual's needs are met. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in building a career in Human Services. The Forensic Specialist serves as a consistent, supportive presence for individuals moving through the forensic mental health system.

The ideal candidate is outgoing, dependable, and comfortable working independently while remaining part of a collaborative professional team of stakeholders. They communicate easily with BCI departments and external stakeholders, multi-task effectively, and maintain a calm, professional demeanor even in challenging situations to ensure every individual has a positive and supportive experience.

Why Join BCI?

At BCI, you'll be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to improving the quality of life for the individuals we serve. As a Forensic Specialist, your work will be both rewarding and impactful, as you help individuals work toward stability and make a difference every day in their lives.

We provide comprehensive training, mentoring, and coaching throughout your onboarding process to ensure your success and professional growth, along with real opportunities to grow your career within BCI.

What You’ll Love About This Role

• The opportunity to provide steady, compassionate support to individuals working toward behavioral health stability
• Room to grow your career within a stable, mission-driven organization
• A generally consistent Monday through Friday daytime schedule

Benefits

BCI offers competitive salary and benefits. Benefits include: