Under the administrative authority of MHMR Tarrant County MH Essential Services division and the Community Management Team for the Tarrant Law Liaison Project, this position promotes the effective and efficient achievement of the goals of the Law Liaison Project. Through cooperation with Law Enforcement agencies, this position works to divert persons with mental impairments from the criminal justice system into treatment services. Responsibilities include providing 24 hour consultative assistance to local law enforcement officers as well as training and outreach activities which result in increased program utilization. Specifically, this position facilitates and/or conducts needs assessment, eligibility screening and access to appropriate treatment and other social services for individuals with mental impairments.
Essential Functions
As part of a team, provides 24 hour consultative assistance to local law enforcement officers.
Outreach and training activities which result in increased program utilization.
Support administrative and other program needs to facilitate program operations.
Daily performance requirement for satellite team(s).
