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Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System

Criminal Justice Liaison

Pay: $46,000/yr

Posted: 07/06/2026

Location: Columbia, TN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/12/2026

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$33,987 / year median in Tennessee

+26% projected growth

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Job Description

Volunteer Behavioral Health - Columbia Tn campus has a full time Criminal Justice Liaison position open. Position will cover Hickman, Perry, and Lewis Counties. Must live in or close to covered areas.

Pay Range:

$45K-$47K

EXEMPLARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with local criminal justice system to assist inmates with various aspects of mental health treatment and re-entry planning as well as those at risk for incarceration. Conduct mental health and substance use assessments, determine diagnosis and level of care needed for treatment. Based on level of need, provide recommendations to the judicial system. Complete referrals for treatment, referrals to community resources, work with inmate on release planning, and provide coordination of care. Work closely with treatment team to ensure coordination of services upon release. Will act as an advocate for the inmate.

QUALIFICATIONS

(Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities): Knowledge of mental illness, addiction, and co-occurring disorders. Prefer experience diagnosing mental illness and substance use disorders. Prefer experience working with adults in the criminal justice system, understanding of specific cultural issues and the region. Ability to interact with community members, participate as a team with judicial system and local jails.

EDUCATIONAL/ EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field License preferred, or must at least be license eligible. A Bachelor's degree with related experience will be considered.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$45,000.00 - $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you vaccinated for Covid-19 or are you willing to?

Work Location:

In person