Court Liaison

Overview

NeproPsychiatric Hospitals is seeking a Court Liaison at their Medical Behavioral Hospital of Clear Lake. This position is critical in ensuring that patients receive the necessary court-ordered care and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordination of clinically indicated services to individuals and the courts, for persons receiving court orders.
• Draft and submit petitions, notices, affidavits/certificates of service and denial rights motions with the court on behalf of the patient and the facility.
• Compile, maintain and track the mental health court appearances and evaluation appointments for all patients admitted to the facility on an involuntary basis.
• Assemble chart materials for mental health court evaluations and hearings to provide evidence for each patient’s hold.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of relevant activities.
• Communicate 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.
• Communicate patient court progression with appropriate departments at the facility.
• Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, significant others and staff.
• Work in assisting other county courts in Texas in understanding warrant process to our facility.
• Act as educator for community resources in need of direction/instructions on the process of filing EDO's to admit involuntary patients to our facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, or Psychology field required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a related role, preferably within a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Experience with legal or court liaison responsibilities is highly preferred.
• Typing/word processing skills.
• Spreadsheet and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated management and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license verified upon hire.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Handle with Care (HWC) certifications obtained during orientation.