Community Workforce Development Liaison

There is a place for you at Highland Rivers Behavioral Health!Highland Rivers Behavioral Health provides treatment and recovery services to individuals impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders and intellectual developmental disabilities.JOB SUMMARY: This position is primarily responsible for connecting people in the broader community by creating partnership agreements and cultivating relationships with businesses, individuals, and other relevant organizations with a focus on recovery to work initiatives.

These positions work closely with our Supported Employment program to provide individual access to resources and support needed.

The successful candidate must be able to work in a team environment but also possess a strong independent work ethic, have excellent computer and follow-up skills and possess excellent communication skills.Are you ready to make a Difference?
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


* Acts as liaison between stakeholders and HRBH for Recovery to Work Ecosystem services, including assigned services for the region for business development.


* Works to enhance and expand the provision of all HRBH services by fostering relationships with the community partners including school systems, DFCS, DJJ, etc.

Attends LIPT meetings, Family Connections meetings, etc.


* Facilitates referrals between Highland Rivers Behavioral Health and stakeholders.


* Participates in developing and maintaining a collaborative and cooperative service environment in the community at large.

Provides education to community stakeholders re: our services, behavioral health/substance use in general, Youth/Adult MH First Aid, Recovery to Work etc.


* Develops needs assessments based on accurate analysis of community and services.


* Coordinates community trainings, when applicable.


* Fosters the development of new recovery strategy for communities and businesses.


* Acts as a liaison among local and state legislative officials.


* All other duties as assigned.