Court Liaison

Court Liaison

Seven Hills Hospital is part of Acadia Healthcare, a provider of behavioral healthcare services throughout the US.

Join the team of highly dedicated professionals. We are presently looking for a Full-Time Court Liaison who will be responsible for compiling, serving, and attending court for our patients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Draft and submit petitions, notices, affidavits/certificates of service and denial rights motions with the court on behalf of the patient and the facility.
• Provide all relevant information from the court hearing to the appropriate department at 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.
• 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.
• Assemble chart materials for mental health court evaluations and hearings to provide evidence for each patient’s hold.
• Communicate patient court progression with appropriate departments at the facility.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of relevant activities.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in social work or health field preferred.
• Two or more years of related experience required.
• Understanding of court/criminal justice system and structure required.

To apply, please go to www.sevenhillsbi.com.

No Agency calls, please.

Seven Hills Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Education

• High School/GED or better

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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