What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Enforcement Liaison I position at MHMR of Tarrant County?
Description
Law Enforcement Liaison I
Unwavering Commitment! We are looking for you on our team.
The Tarrant County Law Enforcement Liaison Project is responsible for assisting law enforcement officers in appropriately diverting persons with mental impairments from the criminal justice system into behavioral health treatment services. Staff provide 24-hour assistance to local law enforcement officers, as well as provide training and outreach activities. In addition, this position facilitates and/or conducts needs assessments, eligibility screenings and access to appropriate treatment and other social services for individuals with behavioral health needs.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum qualifications:Bachelor's degree in social services, Criminal Justice, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year work related experience
Special Courses: Ability to pass extensive background check with law enforcement agency to access appropriate database and CJIS certification
Why Choose MHMR as Your Employer
MHMR offers an excellent competitive benefits package designed to support the wellbeing of our employees and their families. Our benefits include a retirement plan with company matching, day one PTO accrual, ten paid holidays plus a floating holiday, employee assistance programs, and comprehensive wellness programs that promote physical, mental, and financial health. MHMR is committed to your future; we’re a qualifying employer for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs which offers longterm financial relief opportunities for eligible team members.
We are committed to providing strong, meaningful benefits that make a real difference in the lives of employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits philosophy emphasizes work–life balance, personal wellbeing, and access to resources that help employees thrive both professionally and personally.
We CARE
Law Enforcement Liaison I
Unwavering Commitment! We are looking for you on our team.
The Tarrant County Law Enforcement Liaison Project is responsible for assisting law enforcement officers in appropriately diverting persons with mental impairments from the criminal justice system into behavioral health treatment services. Staff provide 24-hour assistance to local law enforcement officers, as well as provide training and outreach activities. In addition, this position facilitates and/or conducts needs assessments, eligibility screenings and access to appropriate treatment and other social services for individuals with behavioral health needs.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum qualifications:Bachelor's degree in social services, Criminal Justice, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year work related experience
Special Courses: Ability to pass extensive background check with law enforcement agency to access appropriate database and CJIS certification
Why Choose MHMR as Your Employer
MHMR offers an excellent competitive benefits package designed to support the wellbeing of our employees and their families. Our benefits include a retirement plan with company matching, day one PTO accrual, ten paid holidays plus a floating holiday, employee assistance programs, and comprehensive wellness programs that promote physical, mental, and financial health. MHMR is committed to your future; we’re a qualifying employer for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs which offers longterm financial relief opportunities for eligible team members.
We are committed to providing strong, meaningful benefits that make a real difference in the lives of employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits philosophy emphasizes work–life balance, personal wellbeing, and access to resources that help employees thrive both professionally and personally.
We CARE
- We Connect People in Our Community
- We Provide Access to Services
- We Link People to Resources
- We Empower People
- Our values are based on the following beliefs:
- Respect for people who are active in planning their services
- Recovery is a life-long process of better health
- Success as positive outcomes for each person
- Participation of people and their families in the process
- Inclusion in the community through services that promote growth and independence
- Safe, ethical, and cost-effective services
- Best practices in current research in medical, psychosocial and organizational fields
- Collaboration with other organizations for better services
- For a complete Job Description, detailed qualifications please reach out to recruiting@mhmrtc.org