Court Liaison

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources; McComb (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Long-term disability (LTD)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

403(b) plan

Job summary

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources is seeking a dedicated clinician to conduct evaluations for hospitalizations and collaborate with the Pike County Court. The role emphasizes serving underserved populations with compassionate therapeutic care and an emphasis on evidence-based practices.

The position requires a Master’s in behavioral health, internship experience, and the ability to obtain licensure within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in behavioral health required.
• Must obtain Clinical license or DMH Therapist certification within 90 days of hire.
• Behavioral health internship required.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Good communication skills, relationship building skills, and time management skills required.
• Working knowledge of mental health symptoms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments and provides diagnoses; formulates a treatment plan to facilitate growth and independence.
• Monitors and maintains client services records in EMR per PBMHR, DMH, and CARF standards.
• Participates in team staffings and functions as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Provides clinical therapy services and emergency services to individuals and their families.

Skills

Good communication skills

Relationship building

Time management

Driving record

Education

Master's degree in behavioral health

Clinical license or DMH Therapist certification within 90 days

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resourcesis an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans).

Position Overview

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources is actively seeking a dedicated and caring clinician able to conduct evaluations for hospitalizations and work closely with the Pike County Court. The ideal candidate would be mission-focused; proactive, creative in problem-solving approaches; ensures the provision of services to underserved populations as part of career goals; and are comfortable providing therapeutic services to a population who may have limited resources. For 50 years, Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources has served individuals throughout the Pine Belt. Through an extensive continuum of care, we strive to enable adults with serious mental illnesses, children with serious emotional disturbances, and individuals with an addiction or developmental disability to live, work, learn, and participate fully in their communities. Our eighteen county service area includes Amite, Franklin, Forrest, Hancock, Harrison, Jones, Lamar, Lawrence, Covington, Greene, Jeff Davis, Marion, Pearl River, Perry, Pike, Stone, Walthall, Wayne Counties.

Benefits

• Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources offers a competitive benefits package including employer paid life insurance and LTD, along with optional Health, Dental, Vision, FSA and HSA, and 403(b) plan.

Requirements

• Master's degree in behavioral health field required
• Must be able to obtain Clinical license or DMH Therapist certification within 90 days of hire
• Behavioral health internship required
• Must have valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
• Good communication skills, relationship building skills, and time management skills required
• Working knowledge of mental health symptoms preferred

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments and provides diagnoses; formulates a plan of treatment which provides development and maintenance of individual goals designed to facilitate individual growth, improved social interaction, and ability to manage mental illness and live independently.
• Monitors and maintains record of client services within electronic medical records in accordance to PBMHR, DMH, and CARF standards.
• Participates in team staffings and functions as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Provides clinical therapy services and emergency services to individuals and their families.