Senior Mental Health Court Program Manager

Shelby County Government; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby County Government seeks a leader to manage Mental Health Court personnel, program activities, and caseload in Shelby County Mental Health Court. The role oversees data management, partnerships with criminal justice agencies, and development of specialized programs for adults with mental illness involved with the justice system.

The position emphasizes coordination of resources, advocacy for client rights, and reporting aligned with state performance measures.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years' experience in the mental health field which includes psychology, psychological field, clinical social work, mental health counseling, or a closely related field.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in sociology, social welfare, psychology, or closely related field; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Manages, schedules, coordinates, and trains Mental Health Court staff under the direction of the Judge and Deputy Administrator.
• Serves as the program’s Information/Data Manager and oversees data collection, entry, analysis, and reporting.
• Builds partnerships with criminal justice agencies, community organizations, and mental health providers.
• Develops and coordinates resources for adults with mental illness who are incarcerated or at risk of incarceration.
• Identifies, screens, and assesses individuals with mental illness and coordinates continuity of care in jail.
• Develops specialized programs and transition plans connecting clients to community services after release.
• Collaborates with clients, families, and agencies to support recovery and reduce further justice-system involvement.
• Creates individualized service plans, linkage plans, and follow-up services to promote successful community integration.
• Advocates for clients’ rights and privacy and provides education and training on mental health and criminal justice needs.
• Prepares client progress reports, supports TDMHSAS performance measures, attends required trainings, and manages special projects.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

Skills

Mental health field experience

Supervisory experience

Program management

Criminal justice knowledge

Data/reporting skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in sociology, social welfare, psychology, or related field

Equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience

Job description

Shelby County Government seeks a leader to manage Mental Health Court personnel, program activities, and caseload in Shelby County Mental Health Court. The role oversees data management, partnerships with criminal justice agencies, and development of specialized programs for adults with mental illness involved with the justice system.

The position emphasizes coordination of resources, advocacy for client rights, and reporting aligned with state performance measures.