Court Liaison

About the role

This position conducts all Pre-evaluation screenings for Lafayette County, assisting in other counties where needed, and attends all civil commitment initial hearings. The role acts as a court liaison between the Chancery courts and Communicare, completes intake assessments, and assists with care coordination for individuals whose needs can be met through outpatient services.

Responsibilities

• Ensure communication with all agency staff regarding court/hearing dates
• Successfully complete training required to be a Certified Pre-Evaluation Commitment Screener through the Mississippi Department of Mental Health
• Utilize DSM-5 criteria to assess client symptomology
• Develop rapport and a therapeutic alliance with clients and their caregivers, including being understanding and accepting of individual cultural/ethnic/religious differences and belief systems of clients served
• Ensure adherence to the National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) in Health and Health Care
• Provide motivational leadership, proficient in teambuilding, conflict resolution and strength-based management
• Conduct outreach and engagement activities to reach individuals who may benefit from the program as well as related service provider/community resources
• Provide clinical therapeutic targeted case management and additional clinical services where necessary
• Become familiar with the intensive outpatient treatment modalities
• Conduct data collection and assist with reporting as required by the Department of Mental Health
• Actively collaborate with other agencies and supports regarding assigned individuals and their families
• Act as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, monitoring participation and progress in treatment programs to assure the planned provision of service according to the individual's treatment plan
• Provide referral services for those enrolled in the project when beneficial
• Accompany individuals to appointments when necessary, which may include extensive travel throughout Region 2
• Attend Chancery court hearings to discuss clients' treatment progress with the judge
• Participate as a member of the AMAP Team and other advisory councils as appropriate
• Participate in all required training, consultation, and evaluation procedures required by the project and the Department of Mental Health
• Complete all mandatory documentation to monitor individuals' progress towards achievement of individualized treatment plan goals, grant related evaluations and associated documents
• Complete and submit any requested reports to the Director of Intensive Services in a timely manner
• Demonstrate appropriate interactions with coworkers that promote a pleasant work environment
• Maintain client confidentiality at all times
• Complete additional job duties assigned by the supervisor

Schedule

Flexible hours as needed, primary hours between 8-5 Monday through Friday with one hour for lunch.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or a related field with current license or certification to practice counseling within the state of Mississippi
• Previous experience in a mental health setting is strongly preferred
• Ability to think independently is strongly preferred
• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to evaluate client/staff needs is preferred
• Fine motor skills for legible and accurate writing of reports, scheduling, daily correspondence and presentations is preferred
• Efficient use of time management is required

Required certifications and clearances

• Valid MS driver's license, personal auto, liability insurance and Communicare insurable driving record
• Acceptable criminal background check
• Satisfactory completion of CPR prior to reporting to the work site
• Satisfactory completion of CPI within 30 days of employment
• Requires completion of annual trainings in compliance with DMH standards
• Extensive travel throughout the region is required

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