Law Enforcement Liaison I

About the role

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.

Requirements

• Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in social services, Criminal Justice, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Psychology.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year work‑related experience.
• Special requirements: Ability to pass an extensive background check with a law‑enforcement agency to access appropriate databases and CJIS certification.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with company matching.
• Day‑one PTO accrual.
• Ten paid holidays plus a floating holiday.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Comprehensive wellness programs promoting physical, mental, and financial health.
• Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs for qualified team members.
• Work‑life balance focus and resources to help employees thrive professionally and personally.

Values

• Respect for people who are active in planning their services.
• Recovery as a lifelong 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.