SUMMARY
Therapeutic Court Program (TCP) / Mental Health Alternatives Program (MAP) Liaison provides education, referral and coordination activities for the City of Everett, City of Marysville’s, and/or Tulalip Tribes (MAP/TCP) programs. The liaison will work directly with MAP/TCP participants in referring for behavioral health treatment and other needed services. The liaison will provide assistance to the participants in applying for Medicaid and other benefit programs. The liaison will act as a conduit of information between the MAP/TCP teams, identified participants, and service providers, and will provide education and consultation to the MAP/TCP teams.
Position: Part-time
Pay: $26.00 - $29.00/ hour
100% Employer Paid Benefits:
- Mental health coverage through Teledoc Mental Health that includes both therapists and psychiatrists.
- Roadside Assistance for all employees.
- Long Term Disability Insurance (must work 30+ hrs/week)
- Teledoc Health Coverage (if working <30 hrs/week)
- Vision, prescriptions, and entertainment discounts
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to:
- Understands and practices safekeeping of participants’ protected health information per Bridgeways’ HIPAA policies and procedures.
- Maintain a reliable attendance record and adhere to scheduling requirements based on business and clients’ needs.
- Documents care in electronic medical records (EMR) in accordance with agency, contractual and state guidelines.
- The MAP/TCP Liaison will work directly with the MAP/TCP participants to link them to available resources including but not limited to medical treatment, behavioral health services, substance use disorders (SUD) treatment, food assistance, housing, education, and employment services.
- Works in partnership with the participant, the jail, the Court, the Prosecuting Attorney, the Defense Attorney and a wide range of professionals and community-based service providers in an effort to minimize the participant’s’ involvement with the criminal justice system.
- Attends court hearings and presents information related to the participant’s treatment, including any recommendations to the Court.
- Participates in meetings and case conferences with treatment professionals, community service providers and court personnel to discuss participant progress and develop and update the goal plan as needed. Provides group social and education services to participants.
- Attends and participates in the MAP/TCP workgroup meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field from a nationally accredited school.
- Strong understanding of available community resources, strong screening skills.
- Experience working with a court team, judge, and/or legal counsel preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Must have both excellent verbal and written communication skills.
REASONING ABILITY
- Successful in organizing, prioritizing, and problem solving.
- Be flexible to intervene on a moment’s notice and have proven ability to problem solve and seek assistance from appropriate community agencies as necessary.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Valid Washington State Driver's License
- Able to obtain Agency Affiliated Counselors Credential.
- Requirement to pass Background check in accordance with Customer Guidelines and Requirements.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
- The employee frequently is required to walk and climb stairs or balance.
- The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or more up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee works in an office setting with expectations of attending required meetings in the community.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
At Bridgeways, our commitment to equity, dignity, and opportunity for all remains steadfast. We exist to challenge systemic barriers and create lasting change for individuals and communities facing significant challenges, especially those living with mental health challenges and other marginalized identities.
As a social enterprise, we take pride in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Whether through stable housing, meaningful employment, or welcoming spaces that celebrate diversity, our work is rooted in compassion and a deep commitment to equity.
We believe everyone deserves fair treatment, access, and opportunity regardless of identity, background, or circumstances. We are dedicated to breaking down barriers and advocating for the resources that empower people to meet their goals.
This is not just what we do—it’s who we are.