Court Liaison

Court Liaison

Job Type: FT| Days

Wage scale: $78k - $84k/yrly

Your experience matters

At Rainier Springs, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.

As part of the example department, the Court Liaison is Responsible for oversight of court related procedures for patients requiring involuntary treatment of mental health issues and substance abuse. Individual is responsible for appearing at probable cause hearings to provide clinical information on behalf of the hospital. Responsible for fostering a relationship between the court system, county, physicians, and hospital. Individual is responsible for ensuring that all court documentation is accurate and meets all court provided deadlines.

How you'll contribute

The blank will be responsible for following all procedures for court commitments in a timely manner. They will also work closely with the county attorney's office to ensure submission of complete and accurate legal documentation. Additional responsibilities include:

• Responsible for attending treatment team rounds
• Responsible for attending probable cause hearings
• Responsible for communicating and providing all pertinent information to the court appointed attorneys
• Communicates effectively with hospital departments, supervisor and physicians
• Communicates effectively with Corporate legal advisor on legal procedures
• Fosters a positive relationship with outside parties, to include the county and local court system
• Responsible for chart updates pertaining to court documentation and court proceedings.

• Required to attend hospital meetings as determined by supervisor

What we offer:

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness

• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements

• Education: Master's degree from an accredited school of social work or counseling preferred, not required.
• Experience: Previous experience in inpatient healthcare required. A knowledge of psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment principles required.
• Additional Requirements: CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment. May be required to work flexible hour

About Us

Rainier Springs is a 72-bed hospital located in city, state, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters

EEOC Statement

"Rainier Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rainier Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."