Remote Community Behavioral Health Liaison

BJC HealthCare; Clayton (MO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, lifeinsurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Job summary

BJC Behavioral Health is seeking a Community Behavioral Health Liaison to coordinate services for individuals with behavioral health needs who interact with law enforcement and the courts in St. Louis County.

This role focuses on improving access to services for those with complex mental health needs and works closely with local partners. Qualified candidates will have a Master's in Social Services or related field, LCSW/LPC, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's Degree in Social Services or related field.
• Licenses & Certifications: 2-5 years experience with applicable licenses.
• Valid Driver's License; LCSW or LPC.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services for individuals with behavioral health needs who have contact with law enforcement, courts, and hospital EDs.
• Collaborate with local partners in specialty or diversion courts.
• Participate in local law enforcement Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT) and related initiatives.
• Provide or coordinate training and consultation on behavioral health issues for court staff as needed.
• Assist law enforcement and courts in assessments, voluntary service access, inpatient bed placement for court-ordered detentions, and filing detention petitions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Self-starter

Flexible thinking

Creative thinking

Strategic thinking

Team oriented

Conflict resolution

Behavioral health knowledge

Public speaking

Training delivery

Education

Master's degree in Social Services/related field

Job description

BJC Behavioral Health is seeking a Community Behavioral Health Liaison to coordinate services for individuals with behavioral health needs who interact with law enforcement and the courts in St. Louis County.

This role focuses on improving access to services for those with complex mental health needs and works closely with local partners. Qualified candidates will have a Master's in Social Services or related field, LCSW/LPC, and a valid driver's license.