Community Behavioral Health Liaison I
Compass Health Network

Compensation: $25.81/hr

Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $1500 sign-on bonus.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen!

The Community Behavioral Health Liaison I is responsible for the coordination of services for individuals with behavioral health needs or conditions who have come to the attention of law enforcement and court personnel. The clientele served would be located within a specific service area and would manifest complex mental health needs that are either unmet or are poorly coordinated. The Community Behavioral Health Liaison I is a part of a person-centered integration team and works with local systems to coordinate care for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.

This position will cover St. Charles County with some travel to St. Louis County for coordination and collaboration wit that Crisis Intervention Unit.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - JOB SPECIFIC:

Priority responsibilities of working with local systems would include, but would not be limited, to:
* Coordinate services and develop local systems of care for individuals with behavioral health needs who have come to the attention of law enforcement officials and court staff.
* Participate on local law enforcement Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT) or other initiatives that assist law enforcement in dealing with individuals with behavioral health needs.
* Collaborate with local partners in Mental Health Courts or other specialty or diversion courts assisting individuals with behavioral health needs.
* Provide or coordinate training and consultation on behavioral health issues for law enforcement and court staff as needed.
* Assist local ACI teams, along with courts, law enforcement or other entities in assessing individuals with behavioral health needs and accessing needed resources and services for such persons.
* In coordination with the ACI, assist law enforcement and the courts in locating inpatient psychiatric beds for court-ordered involuntary detentions and in filing petitions for involuntary detention with the probate court for those individuals who present a likelihood of serious harm due to a mental disorder
* Complete all mandatory documentation, as noted by supervisor
* Act as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
* Other duties as assigned by the Director of Access and Urgent Care Services CBHL

* High School/GED required

* Associate's/Bachelor's degree in a human service-related field preferred

QUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

* At least four (4) years of experience OR a combination of higher education and experience required if a High School/GED is the highest education obtained

* At least two (2) years of experience OR a combination of higher education and experience required if an Associate's degree is the highest education obtained (*If the degree is an Associate's of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support from an approved institution; then no additional experience is required)

* At least one (1) year of experience required if a non-human service Bachelor's degree is the highest education obtained

* All experience must include working with individuals with psychiatric, substance use, and/or developmental disabilities

* A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve. Our mission is "Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness."

Why join us?

We believe some of the most passionate people in the world work here. Our dedicated and talented staff are our most valuable asset. We strive to provide a work environment and services that are inclusive for our patients and our employees.

At Compass Health Network, these are just a few of the benefits that we offer as an organization:

• Competitive benefits
• Advancement opportunities
• Professional development
• Licensure supervision
• Mentor opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarship program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace Access
• Paid time off & Paid Holidays
• NHSC Loan Repayment Participant

We welcome inquiries from qualified individuals who want to be part of a team of hardworking, dedicated and compassionate employees whose work helps us aspire to our vision of full, healthy, productive lives for everyone. We look forward to meeting you!

*Signing bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.

Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.