Court Liaison - Psych Social Services - Days en Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas

We are looking to add top talent to our Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas team. 

Join us in performing Sacred Work!

Competitive benefits are offered including:

Matched Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefit Plan – Medical, Dental, Vision and Much More!

Bonus Potential

Summary/Objective

The Court Liaison coordinates procedures for mental health commitments.                                                                                                                                                                        

Essential Job Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Maintains and ensures accuracies of all required documentation for commitments and court hearings.
2. Oversees commitment process and ensures all required documentation is provided in a timely manner at courts request.
3. Contacts significant persons in a timely manner to explain the court process, date, and time to be present for involuntary court hearings and ensure understanding of directions given.
4. Communicates expiring patients' commitments to appropriate staff and plans ahead if a second physician certification is needed.
5. Works with the court judge’s office in setting up hearings and ensuring court requests are met.

6. Assists in the Admissions Department as need.

    

Required Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent. 

1-3 years of related experience.                                                                         

Required License/Certifications

Have or agree to obtain and maintain Notary certification