Forensic Competency Restoration Case Manager

Center for Life Resources; Brownwood, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

457 Employee paid

Health Insurance—company paid

Life Insurance—company paid

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Aflac Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Center for Life Resources in Brownwood, Texas, is seeking a Competency Restoration Case Manager to join the Forensics department. The role focuses on restoring competency for individuals found incompetent to stand trial and coordinating treatment with mental health and criminal justice systems.

The position requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in psychology or related field (QMHP), with at least 6 months in behavioral health preferred, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in psychology, social services or related field to be credentialed QMHP.
• Experience in behavioral health or related field preferred.
• Understanding of mental illness, resources and criminal justice system.

Responsibilities

• Assist in restoration and treatment of individuals found incompetent to stand trial.
• Coordinate and monitor treatment to restore competency using HHS materials.
• Oversee mental health and forensic components of cases.
• Work with local courts to ensure requirements are met.
• Screen for eligibility, provide case management and linkage to care.
• Occasionally work in outpatient and jail settings.
• Frequent in-person contact with individuals, families, and providers.

Skills

Self-motivation

Organization

Communication (English)

Collaboration

Documentation

Process adherence

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in psychology or related field

Job description

Center for Life Resources in Brownwood, Texas, is seeking a Competency Restoration Case Manager to join the Forensics department. The role focuses on restoring competency for individuals found incompetent to stand trial and coordinating treatment with mental health and criminal justice systems.

The position requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in psychology or related field (QMHP), with at least 6 months in behavioral health preferred, and a valid driver’s license.