Forensic Mental Health Case Manager

Peace River Center; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Peace River Center seeks a Forensic Specialist in Bartow, FL to monitor adults with mental illness involved in the criminal justice system. Responsibilities include client monitoring, court appearances, and resource coordination, with a requirement for a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience with mentally ill adults.

The position demands strong communication skills, flexible job prioritization, and the ability to work independently as well as within a team.

Reliable transportation and clean driving record are necessary, along with Florida licensing.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience working with mentally ill adults.
• Certified Mental Health Professional Certification preferred.
• Must maintain PRC training compliance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor clients in criminal justice system and coordinate resources.
• Conduct competency restoration training.
• Submit status reports to the courts.
• Frequent court appearances.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Flexibility

Crisis intervention

Knowledge of mental illness symptoms

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Spanish speaking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, or related field

Job description

Peace River Center seeks a Forensic Specialist in Bartow, FL to monitor adults with mental illness involved in the criminal justice system. Responsibilities include client monitoring, court appearances, and resource coordination, with a requirement for a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience with mentally ill adults.

The position demands strong communication skills, flexible job prioritization, and the ability to work independently as well as within a team.

Reliable transportation and clean driving record are necessary, along with Florida licensing.