What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jail In-Reach Coordinator position at Gulf Bend Center?
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in social, behavioral or human services or is a registered nurse. (Social, behavioral, and human services are: psychology; social work; medicine; nursing; rehabilitation; counseling; sociology; human development; physician's assistant; gerontology; education psychology; special education; early childhood intervention; or early childhood education.)
Preferred: At least six months experience in providing mental health services to adults, children and/or adolescents. Work experience working within jail setting. Knowledge of DSM-IV/V disorders useful.
DEGREE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: BA/BS in field specified above.
REPORTS TO: Director of Behavioral Health Services
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION REQUIRED: General
JOB PURPOSE: This position will be an integral part of coordinating and providing forensic services with the focus of restoration for persons who have been determined "Incompetent to Stand Trial" under the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Chapter 46B, and who are awaiting admission to a state hospital. This position will collaborate with local forensic teams to support active forensic waitlist monitoring of people waiting in jail for court-ordered inpatient competency restoration services. They will provide direct services to the person as well as link to additional needed resources to include psychiatric services, medical services, and legal education. Goals include improving health outcomes for people waiting for inpatient competency restoration programs. This position will work closely with several partners to include jail staff and administration, legal counsel, JP/local judges, and the state (HHSC) Forensic In Reach team. This position will also provide enhanced continuity of care following a person's restoration to competency and return to jail to prevent clinical decompensation and unnecessary rehospitalization. They will also participate in comprehensive strategic planning and implementation process to achieve sustainability for the jail-in reach program. Will work closely with the criminal justice system and acts as liaison to work in cooperation with community organizations including, but not limited to law enforcement and other community providers. Will require travel within the 7 counties. Meets multiple deadlines and reporting requirements. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Behavioral Health Services with considerable latitude for the exercise of discretion and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and DUTIES:
1. Monitors 46B commitments while in jail through waitlist reports weekly.
2. Responds to new referrals and/or notifications from the report(s) within 2 business days.
3. Identifies if inmate is admitted to GBC per clinical system.
4. Assesses inmate to identify current needs and develop plan of care.
5. Links, coordinates, and organizes referrals services as needed to be provided. Acts as a liaison to additional services.
6. Provides direct service to include psychoeducation, medication training and support, and skills training to enhance and restore competency.
7. Provides follow up as needed while detained in jail.
8. Communicates and collaborates with the State Hospital Wait List In-Reach Team
9. Utilizes tracking spreadsheet for caseload and status purposes.
10. Effectively communicates with all team members involved with each person/inmate.
11. Provides follow up in the community as needed when inmates are released.
12. Coordinates with jail staff for visits and services for inmates.
13. Submits all documentation of services within two business days.
14. Participates in team meetings and has data prepared as needed.
15. Meets with community partners to build relationships and educate on jail in reach services.
16. Coordinates and links person/inmate to community supports and services to meet their needs.
17. Answers inquiries by providing accurate and appropriate responses in writing, via e-mail, or using telephonic means.
18. Must maintain regular and reliable attendance.
19. Demonstrates efficient time management as evidenced by meeting all job expectations.
20. Uses the trauma informed care approach when providing services and working with others.
- Understands the Three E's of trauma-informed care.
- Understands the Four R's of trauma-informed care.
- Understands the six key principles of trauma-informed care.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, and COMPETENCY:
General Competencies:
1. Must communicate effectively both orally and in writing with legible handwriting.
2. Required to track and meet multiple deadlines.
3. Responsible for completion of all required documentation in an efficient and timely manner.
4. Ability to work closely as a team member with other professionals and/or families in planning and service implementation is required.
5. Understanding of and ability to access community resources on behalf of others is helpful.
6. Strong decision making, and organizational skills are required.
7. Must be self-directed with sound judgment under stressful situations.
8. Must have computer experience to include, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Trauma-informed:
A trauma-informed approach to care "realizes the widespread impact of trauma and understands potential paths for recovery; recognizes the signs and symptoms of trauma in clients, families, staff, and others involved in the system; and responds by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into policies, procedures, and practices, and seeks to actively resist re-traumatization." The six key principles of a trauma-informed approach include: safety; trustworthiness and transparency; peer support; collaboration and mutuality; empowerment, voice and choice; and cultural, historical and gender issues (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration [2014]).
- The Three E's of Trauma: Events, Experiences, and Effects.
- The Four R's: Key Assumptions in a Trauma Informed Approach - Realization, Recognize, Respond, Resist Re-traumatization.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST: Check all abilities required to perform the essential and marginal tasks of this job: Walking, operating office equipment, standing, operating motor vehicle, light lifting (under 15 lbs), sitting, ability to see, identify colors, light carrying (under 15 lbs), hearing (with aid), straight pulling, ability to write, ability to count, ability to read, simple grasping, ability to tell time.
Work site and environmental conditions that apply to this job: Travel by car 50% of time, outside, inside, working closely with others, working alone.
CRED/PRIV REQUIRED? Yes DRIVING REQUIRED: Yes
INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
1. Interacts with employees' contractors, customers, community, family members, referral sources, governmental sponsoring and funding entities, program auditors, advocacy groups, and the media.
2. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
3. Work behavior must be compatible with Center value statement and Policies and Procedures contributing to an environment of problem solving, building trust, conflict resolution, and customer service. Ability to perform tasks effectively and efficiently.
4. Ability to plan and schedule work and implement directives without constant supervision.
5. Ability to present a professional appearance and conduct when representing the Center.
6. Ability to work cooperatively and productively with supervisor, individuals, co-workers, and groups of persons at all levels of activity, contributing to a strong spirit of teamwork.
7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies and the general public using tact, courtesy and good judgment.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR CONDITIONS:
1. Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state. Liability insurance required.
2. Must be insurable by Center's liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business.
3. Good driving record as defined by Gulf Bend Center.
4. Must complete all CORE training requirements prior to the due date.
5. Must have computer experience to include: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must have good organizational skills to achieve multiple deadlines. Ability to type 40 wpm.
6. Must maintain regular attendance and reliability which is critical to business operations. This is a fulltime position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm or agreed upon hours 100% of the time, to ensure consistency and completeness of program's processes. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
AAP/EEO Statement
Gulf Bend Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applied to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
