Civil Commitment Liaison
Company: Region Vi Community Mental Health Commission
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Are you looking to be part of a diverse, clinical
team devoted to helping people at their most vulnerable? Are you
looking to be part of an organization that offers ongoing
professional growth and development, as well as opportunities for
advancement? If so, Life Help welcomes you to submit an application
of employment to join our team. Life Help is a regional community
mental health center that has provided comprehensive,
community-based mental health and substance abuse services for
nearly fifty years. Our team is committed to improving the lives of
every individual that walks through our doors. Affordable Health
Insurance Free Dental Insurance Free Life Insurance State
Retirement 13 paid holidays, including your birthday Personal and
Medical leave accruing monthly FMLA benefits Flexible Spending
Accounts Deferred Comp Employee Assistance Program Student Loan
forgiveness through HRSA for qualifying employees LPC Supervision
Mileage Reimbursement (as applicable) Voluntary Additional Life and
Disability Insurance Job Responsibilities : Therapy (group,
individual, family); crisis management; direct clinical services
for a broad range of Mental Health needs with adults and children
to include diagnostic impressions, clinical assessments and
referrals as needed. Job Duties : Build collaborative professional
partnerships with community stakeholders including local police
department, sheriff’s department and hospital(s). Reduce the number
of unnecessary involuntary commitment affidavits filed by
collaborating with staff at the Chancery Clerk’s office and
assessing client need and affiant report. Reduce unnecessary
admissions to Mississippi State Hospital and other DMH facilities
by performing pre-evaluation screenings, monitoring commitment
evaluations and hearings, and collaborating with stakeholders to
ensure the most appropriate dispensation of cases. Work with local
authorities, on site when warranted, to assess mental health needs
in the event that mental health is thought to be contributing
factor during law enforcement interventions. Assess individuals in
need to determine which services/interventions/resources will be
most appropriate for them and refer as needed. Provide case and/or
program consultation with family and outside resources (agencies)
as needed. Qualifications Job Qualification : Master’s Degree in
Mental Health Field Eligible to meet DMH Certification/Licensure
requirements for Therapist (CMHT) Valid Mississippi Driver’s
License
Keywords: Region Vi Community Mental Health Commission, North Little Rock , Civil Commitment Liaison, Healthcare , Cleveland, Arkansas
