Justice‑Involved Behavioral Health Liaison

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous parental leave

Flexible working arrangements

Group life insurance

Permanent health insurance

Child and elder care support

Job summary

Cewan Queen of Peace Center is seeking a Community Behavioral Health Liaison (CBHL) to coordinate care for justice‑involved adults with complex behavioral health needs. You will work with law enforcement, courts, and providers to improve access, coordinate referrals, and support crisis response—using trauma‑informed, person‑centered approaches.

Responsibilities include facilitating transitions, educating partners, and maintaining complete documentation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or closely related behavioral health field.
• QMHP or QAP certification per Missouri requirements.
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, crisis response, civil commitment, and justice system operations.
• Ability to complete CIT training within six months of hire.
• Proficiency in crisis intervention, care coordination, presentations, and clinical documentation.
• Valid MO driver's license, vehicle, insurance, and ability to travel within service area.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between behavioral health providers, law enforcement, courts, jails and community partners.
• Coordinate referrals, treatment linkage, and care transitions for justice‑involved individuals.
• Identify and address system barriers through collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Provide education, consultation, and resource information on services and crisis response.
• Assist with civil commitment procedures and access to inpatient psychiatric placement when appropriate.
• Support officer wellness initiatives and promote available behavioral health resources.
• Participate in CIT activities, meetings, training events, and conferences.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in Care Manager and related systems.
• Attend and complete required CBHL, CIT, and state-sponsored training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Relationship-building

Professional communication

Documentation accuracy

Prioritization & time management

Crisis intervention

Cultural humility

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or related field

QMHP or QAP certification (Missouri)

Tools

Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training

Job description

Cewan Queen of Peace Center is seeking a Community Behavioral Health Liaison (CBHL) to coordinate care for justice‑involved adults with complex behavioral health needs. You will work with law enforcement, courts, and providers to improve access, coordinate referrals, and support crisis response—using trauma‑informed, person‑centered approaches.

Responsibilities include facilitating transitions, educating partners, and maintaining complete documentation.