Specialty Courts Clinical Evaluator

1 month ago


Philadelphia, United States Public Health Management Corporation Full time

PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before the first day of employment. We will offer the vaccination at no cost via our Health Centers.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Specialty Courts Clinical Evaluator conducts behavioral health assessments for Specialty Court participants, develops strong relationships with legal teams, and interacts with legal teams as needed.

ASAM training/certification is preferred. Arrangements for certification can be made within the first 30 days of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

* Apply for funding for each participant's individual treatment needs to multiple funding sources. (The appropriate level of care must be derived from and substantiated by the American Society of Addiction Medicine.)
* Be available and accessible for emergency evaluations required by our criminal justice partners within the Special Courts department.
* Be available for coverage in the various Specialty Courts programs when necessary due to vacancies, approved leave, volume, etc.
* Apply for funding for each participant's individual treatment needs to multiple funding sources, if applicable.
* Cross-train others in the evaluation and operational process.
* Occasionally appear in court to testify on treatment recommendations.
* Maintain positive working relationships with treatment providers.
* Enter accurate data into Forensic Services and CRS database systems.
* Work closely with the various Specialty Court supervisors/coordinators and staff.
* Adhere to evaluation completion within established protocols.
* Meet or exceed the minimal productivity requirements.
* Participate in weekly supervision with your immediate supervisor.
* Collaborate with various stakeholders.

SKILLS:

* Desire to help people and families that suffer from the disease of addiction
* Good clinical assessment techniques and interviewing skills
* Ability to work and communicate from a recovery-informed viewpoint
* Ability to maintain a calm, polite, and respectful composure in an emotionally charged work environment
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks under strict timelines
* Ability to de-escalate and redirect is a must
* Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships with various partners and stakeholders
* IMPORTANT: Candidate must possess excellent writing skills, as the reports created by the Specialty Courts department are official documents entered into the court record.

EXPERIENCE:

* 2+ years of experience in behavioral health
* 1+ years of experience as a counselor
* Significant experience with substance abuse and mental health populations

EDUCATION:

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited program in psychology, public health, social work, or another related field
* ASAM certification (must be obtained within no more than 3 months of hire)

SALARY GRADE: 17

EOE



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