Law Enforcement Liaison, Behavioral Health Diversion

Mhmrtarrant

Fort Worth (TX)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with company matching

Day one PTO

Ten paid holidays + floating holiday

Employee assistance programs

Wellness programs

Student loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

MHMR in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Direct Care professional in Clinical Therapy/Social Work/Case Work to support the Tarrant County Law Enforcement Liaison Project. You will help divert individuals with mental impairments from the criminal justice system into behavioral health treatment and related social services.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in social services, Criminal Justice, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Psychology, and at least one year of related experience; CJIS background

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in social services, Criminal Justice, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology.
Minimum of 1 year work related experience.
Ability to pass extensive background check with law enforcement agency to access CJIS certification

Responsibilities

Assist law enforcement officers in diverting persons with mental impairments from the criminal justice system into behavioral health treatment services.
Provide 24-hour assistance to local law enforcement officers.
Facilitate needs assessments, eligibility screenings and access to appropriate treatment and other social services for individuals with behavioral health needs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services, Criminal Justice, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology

Job description

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in social services, Criminal Justice, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Psychology, and at least one year of related experience; CJIS background

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