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Forensic Office Support Clerk(DOH/NMBHI #13071)

New Mexico Department of Health · Las Vegas, NM · 1 mo ago
On-siteAdministrative$16.5–$24.75/hrFull-time

Why does the job exist?

The Forensic Office Support Clerk will provide a combination of supportive services for the Forensic Division. Ensure confidentiality and protect sensitive patient and organizational information while also maintaining professionalism and customer service.

How does it get done?

  • Oversight of patients during computerized court ordered evaluations
  • Gathering, organizing, and preparing documentation for Psychology Staff
  • Onboarding and offboarding of employees
  • Scheduling and maintaining compliance of each employee's mandatory classes
  • Maintaining the Kronos timekeeping system on a daily basis
  • Performing other clerical duties as assigned

Who are the customers?

Patients are referred to NMBHI from the judicial system in response to not being found competent to proceed in trial. These patients are sent for restoration treatment in order to aid and assist in moving forward with the charges against them. Referral may come from any judicial district in the state. At times, patients may stay beyond the initial competency restoration treatment for up to the length of time they were convicted of the crime they are alleged to have committed.

Minimum Qualification

No prior experience or training required.

Employment Requirements

  • Must possess a valid Drivers License
  • Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate

Working Conditions

  • Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage
  • Sitting, standing, bending, and reaching may be required
  • Direct client interaction and some travel may be required
  • The work is in a psychiatric hospital setting with patients who struggle with mental health illness and could present with unpredictable behavior

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Agency Contact Information:

  • Paul Bagwell (505)454-2682
  • Kaylene Maldonado (505)454-2371

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

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