Mental Health Court Case Coordinator

Galveston County Human Resources; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Galveston County Probate Court seeks an administrator to provide legal and administrative support for mental health case management. You will coordinate deadlines, prepare court documents, and assist with the Court Visitor Program in a busy office environment.

Responsibilities include docket preparation, hearing and dismissal documents, liaison with attorneys and medical staff, and overseeing per‑case billing processes. A Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two years of experience in court administration, legal assistance, or closely related experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Track involuntary commitment mental health cases and prepare weekly docket.
• Monitor 48-hour, 72-hour, and 30-day deadlines.
• Handle Jail Medication hearings coordination and status tracking.
• Prepare legal documents to initiate mental health proceedings and for hearings.
• Prepare dismissal documents and support courtroom processes.
• Coordinate with attorneys and medical staff via telephone.
• Support billing for associated parties and counties.

Skills

Court administration

Legal assistance

Telephone skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Galveston County Probate Court seeks an administrator to provide legal and administrative support for mental health case management. You will coordinate deadlines, prepare court documents, and assist with the Court Visitor Program in a busy office environment.

Responsibilities include docket preparation, hearing and dismissal documents, liaison with attorneys and medical staff, and overseeing per‑case billing processes. A Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience are required.