Court Liaison

SUN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN Behavioral Houston in Houston, TX seeks a coordinator to manage involuntary admission processes and ensure timely completion of required certifications. The role supports the treatment program within an interdisciplinary team to deliver quality care for patients under involuntary status.

The position involves coordinating with physicians, attorneys, and court personnel to maintain compliance with state rules, and contributing to ongoing performance improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Responsible for the coordination and implementation of the Involuntary admission process.
• Collaborates with Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Services, Nursing, Attorneys, Judges to ensure compliance and quality care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate involuntary admission process and ensure timely completion of related certificates and filings.
• Work with court system to ensure compliance with state rules and regulations.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and attend staff meetings.

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: SUN Behavioral Houston - Houston, TX 77054, Position Type: PRN, Education Level: High School/GED, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Variable, Job Category: Health Care, Position Summary:

Responsible for the coordination and implementation of the Involuntary admission process. To provide efficient, quality services to patients regarding mental health warrants from the initial intake admission process, or change in status following admission, to discharge; coordination of getting the certificate of medical examinations completed timely, filing the applications for involuntary status and working with the court system to ensure compliance with state rules and regulations; to serve as a member of interdisciplinary team supporting the organization's treatment program and philosophy and assure the deliverance of quality treatment to patients who are involuntary Participates in performance improvement activities. Attends 80% of staff meetings. Coordinates care for patient through communication with Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Services, Nursing, Attorneys, Judges, Assessment and Referrals Department.

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