Forensic Jail Case Manager – Corrections Department Position Available In Escambia, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Forensic Jail Case Manager position with the Corrections Department in Escambia County, FL involves managing offenders with chronic illnesses, mental health issues, and substance abuse disorders. Responsibilities include collaborating with mental health staff, providing reports for judicial proceedings, and ensuring continuity of care during and post-incarceration. A Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields and CPR certification are required. The position requires working closely with community partners and adhering to all federal, state, and county policies and guidelines.
Job Description
Salary Not Available Forensic Jail Case Manager – Corrections Department
Escambia County, FL
Location:
Pensacola, FL – 32534
Positions available: 1
Job #: 2063869213
Source:
Escambia County, FL
Posted:
5/6/2025
Web Site:
myescambia.com
Job Type:
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•Open Until Filled•The incumbent of this position is responsible for case management duties associated with offenders with chronic illnesses, mental illnesses, and/or substance abuse disorders. Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Mental Health This is a “mandatory testing” position that requires Drug Testing.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Works closely with jail mental health staff and community partners to ensure patients’ mental health status is maintained appropriately during incarceration Provides linkages between community providers/partners, jail health staff, and others as warranted to share information related to previous mental health treatment and medications Works closely with the jail court liaison during judicial proceedings to provide reports and information relevant for diversion and other possible needs. Informs jail court liaison and makes recommendations for possible alternatives to incarceration Performs all case manager duties as necessary during and post-incarceration to ensure continuity of care and ensure smooth transition of patients back the appropriate level of care Responsible for complete and accurate documentation of care provided in the inmate’s health record Maintains health services records, logs, and assists with data entry Consults with other practitioners and related staff, as appropriate in the performance of casework Attends treatment team meetings for information sharing and coordination of services Follows all standards and patient care protocols, all federal, state, correctional health care standards, and the Escambia County Board of County Commissioner’s policies, regulations, and guidelines Performs other duties of a similar nature or level Performs other related duties as assigned
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
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Minimum Qualification Requirements:
Training and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field
Licenses and Certifications:
Must possess a Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification at the time of employment.
Security Clearance Preferred Qualifications:
One year of related experience is preferred Work experience with a forensic population is preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (KSAOs): Community resources. Clinical operations and procedures Forming and maintaining collaborative relationships. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse community
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
County-wide Employee Responsibilities:
All Escambia County BCC employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Escambia County BCC’s Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies. All Escambia County BCC employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gen
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