Court Liaison

Job Description
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.
Qualifications
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 hours.
STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

Compliance
- Understands and adheres to hospital compliance plan and code of conduct.
- Respects confidentiality at all times; follows HIPAA guidelines for disclosing information.
- Adhere to facility, department, corporate, personnel and standard policies and procedures.
- Treats all patients, visitors, and co-workers with dignity and respect.
- Always appears professional. Wears name badge at all times. Adheres to uniform standards if applicable. 
Teamwork- Takes initiative to helps the team, is flexible when asked to assist in other areas.
- Consistently demonstrates positive and affirming behaviors even when addressing conflict or stressful situations. 
- Demonstrates concern for overall team and understands how actions affect others. Shows a positive attitude and contributes to maintaining an enjoyable and productive work environment.
- Does not engage in any unfavorable behaviors such as rumors, inappropriate conversations, etc.
Customer Service
- Assumes responsibility for maintaining a clean, safe environment. Demonstrates knowledge of the facility and services provided.
- Greets all customers in a positive manner and demonstrates sensitivity to customer's needs. 
- Answers telephone appropriate to department guidelines and avoids excessive transfers. 
- Provides superior customer service while never crossing therapeutic boundaries.
- Demonstrates ability to listen to patient/customers regarding problematic issues in in a non-defensive manner.
Accountability- Adheres to attendance requirements. Utilizes correct procedure for taking time off. 
- Attends departmental and staff meetings as required.
- Is accountable and shows pride in work; strives to do more than the minimum required. Shows initiative and completes work in a timely and accurate manner. 
- Acknowledge mistakes and demonstrates willingness to learn and correct them. 
- Demonstrates passion and hustle in all work.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 
Responsible for following all procedures for court commitments in a timely manner
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
Works closely with the county attorney's office to ensure submission of complete and accurate legal documentation
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

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND SPECIAL DEMANDS
1. Ability to sit and stand (one-third of the shift) and walk (two-thirds of the shift).
2. Ability to reach above, or below waist height, kneel, bend, stoop, turn, and twist (occasionally to frequently).
3. Ability to see well enough to read charts, treatment plans, and typewritten materials.
4. Ability to hear well enough to detect noise on the unit and have the ability to discern odors. 
5. Ability to frequently push/pull wheeled carts from 100 to 200 pounds.
6. Ability to frequently lift and carry.
7. Ability to manipulate small and large tools (electric thermometer, telephone, wheelchair, blood pressure cuffs, paper punch, staplers, copy machine, etc.)
8. Ability to work at a rapid pace and perform a variety of repetitive duties.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.