Forensic Continuity of Care Liaison FT

• Location 904 AVENUE O,Lubbock, TX, 79401,United States
• Base Pay $17.36 - $20.00 / Hour
• Job Category Employee
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 10%
• Manage Others No

Star Care Specialty Health System is in search of a Continuity of Care Liaison to join the outstanding Forensic Mental Health Services Team at the Lubbock County Detention Center.

The Continuity of Care Liaison will perform a range of clerical and administrative duties to support the Psychiatric Care Team at the Lubbock County Detention Center (LCDC). Provide assistance and support to the Psychiatric Care Team Leadership;
Monitoring and tracking of assigned tasks. Communication and monitoring required by the courts;
Assisting supervisors with clerical and data tracking as necessary. Communicate information with supervisor and other Star Care staff. Complete required documentation. Assist supervisor and other Star Care staff with special assignments or projects. Must be well versed in Excel Spreadsheets, computerized collection and tracking of relevant data,Microsoft products, and other duties as assigned.

Collect, organize, and maintain Psychiatric Care Team (PCT) files, risk assessments, notes, SO files and inmate documentation. Work in conjunction with PCT Leadership as well as Jail Based Competency Restoration (JBCR) leadership to ensure effective, required, communication with the court system and across programs. Maintain and monitor forensic mental health waitlist and communication regarding the progression of inmates. Assists with reporting court-compelled medication compliance.

Performs administrative and office support activities for multiple supervisors.

This is a full-time/non-exempt position scheduled Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, with additional hours as needed and flexibility to meet the needs of the department. This position works on-site at the Lubbock County Detention Center.

Star Care offers an expansive benefit package including but not limited to:
Company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, company paid hospital indemnity plan, retirement plan with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), thirteen (13) paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations.

• Graduation from a High School or equivalent,
  required.
• Two (2) years of full-time paid related work experience (or other intensive support service area) serving people with mental illness is preferred but not required.
• Experience may be substituted (30 hours of college to equal 1 year of experience).
• Knowledge and skill in operating standard office equipment (phone, fax, copier, pager, etc.) and personal computers with Microsoft Office products (Microsoft Windows, Excel) is required.
• Must possess excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills, problem solving, program development, computer skills, strong leadership, and team-building skills.

• Must pass a pre-hire drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have a Texas driver's license, liability auto insurance,and be insurable under the Agency's insurance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Lubbock County Detention Center security clearance.

Summary

Welcome to Star Care Specialty Health System, where your passion for making a difference thrives! At Star Care, we imagine a community where all people have hope and the opportunity to achieve their full potential for health and wellbeing. Here's why you should choose Star Care:

• Impactful
  
  Purpose:
  
  Contribute to meaningful change as the state-designated Local Authority for mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders. Be a catalyst for positive empowerment.
• Comprehensive Care:
  Star Care offers a broad array of specialty healthcare services that support and empower people as valued members of the community.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Star Care is proud to work with a network of community stakeholders to ensure all people have access to the healthcare they need.
• Professional Growth:
  Star Care offers many different…