Court Liason-Acute

Court Liason-Acute Harlingen, TX Job Details Full-time 4 days ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Substance abuse Working with individuals with mental health conditions Working with individuals with substance use disorders Full Job Description Court Liason-Acute | Palms Behavioral Health | Harlingen, Texas About the

Job:

The Court Liaison provides coordination of clinically indicated services to individuals and the courts, for patients receiving court ordered services. Covers Court/Hearing procedures.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Drafts and submits petitions, notices, affidavits/certificates of service and denial rights motions with the court on behalf of the patient and the facility. Provides all relevant information from the court hearing to the appropriate department at the facility. Compiles, maintains and tracks the mental health court appearances and evaluation appointments for all patients admitted to the facility on an involuntary basis. Communicates effectively with court clerks, court-appointed doctors, public defenders and various court personnel in order to coordinate and deliver correct patient information for hearings and evaluations. Assembles chart materials for mental health court evaluations and hearings to provide evidence for each patient's hold. Communicates patient court progression with appropriate departments at the facility. Ensures accurate and timely documentation of relevant activities. High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology or other health field preferred. Two or more years of related experience in psychiatric/addiction treatment facility required. Why Palms Behavioral Health?

Palms Behavioral Health offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Palms Behavioral Health is an EOE. Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.