Clinical Behavioral Health Liaison

Help connect individuals in crisis with the care they need.

Community Counseling Center (CCC) is seeking a Clinical Behavioral Health Liaison to support individuals with complex behavioral health needs and improve access to services. In this role, you will work closely with law enforcement, courts, hospitals, and community partners to coordinate care, provide crisis assessments, and connect individuals with appropriate treatment and support.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm,

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including participation in the after-hours on-call rotation.

Location: Cape Girardeau, MO

Compensation

Level 1 (Non-Exempt): Starting at $20.00 per hour, with higher pay based on experience.

Level 2 (Exempt): Starting at an annual salary of $44,574.40 (equivalent to $21.43 per hour), with higher pay based on experience.

What You'll Do

Coordinate behavioral health services for individuals referred by law enforcement, courts, and hospital emergency departments.

• Conduct crisis assessments in local jails and help individuals access appropriate services.
• Work with law enforcement Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT), mental health courts, and other specialty or diversion courts.
• Provide or coordinate behavioral health training and consultation for law enforcement and court personnel.
• Advocate for individuals in jail who need mental health services and provide support to their families.

Assist law enforcement and courts with locating inpatient psychiatric beds and coordinating involuntary detention petitions when appropriate.

Provide individual therapy in jail settings, as needed and applicable, to help individuals engage in mental health services.

• Participate in crisis team meetings, monthly Probation and Parole meetings, and community collaboration.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours crisis calls.
• Transport clients in an agency or personal vehicle as needed.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in accordance with agency and program standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a human services field.
• Must be a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) or Qualified Addiction Professional (QAP) for Level 2, or meet Community Support Specialist (CSC) qualifications for Level 1, as outlined in the job description.
• Complete 40 hours of BASIC Crisis Intervention Training within six months of hire.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including participation in the after-hours on-call rotation.

Valid Drivers License - Must hold or obtain by start date, MO Class E Driver's License (Class D for IL Residents) and current auto insurance.

What You'll Bring

Clear communication and the ability to build effective working relationships with clients, families, and community partners.

• Sound judgment when responding to crisis situations.
• Strong organization, follow-through, and documentation skills.
• A commitment to confidentiality, collaboration, and respectful care.

Our Benefits

• 24 Paid Days Off Your First Year + get a day off for your birthday!
• Seven Paid Holidays
• Competitive Health, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance
• Company Paid Life and LTD Insurance
• Retirement Auto - Enrollment
• Employee Referral Program
• Much More!

Community Counseling Center (CCC) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

CCC will consider requests for reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, etc. please contact employment@cccntr.com to speak with us about your needs.