West Texas Centers is searching for highly motivated individuals to provide ongoing Hospital Transition support to the people we serve. The Hospital and Jail Liaison facilitates discharges and continuity of care for individuals who are consumers of West Texas Centers or are from our catchment area and are admitted to State Mental Health Facilities, contract private psychiatric facilities, or private facilities known to the Center.
This position works closely with hospitals, jails, psychiatrists, and internal staff to ensure timely coordination of services, aftercare, and psychiatric appointments.
West Texas Centers offers a supportive and rewarding work environment, including: Career ladder opportunities, Performance incentives, Flexible schedules, Meaningful mission-driven work, Comprehensive Benefits Package Health plan, Competitive salary, Paid holidays, Generous personal time off, Employee Assistance Program.
Starting Pay:$21.84
Key Responsibilities:
Receive and process discharge paperwork from State Mental Health Facilities and private psychiatric facilities
Check fax/email daily for discharge notifications and upload documentation into client charts
Schedule aftercare assessments with QMHP staff and notify appropriate teams (including MCOT)
Assist clients with trial placements and coordinate with service coordinators and SMHF staff
Track and enter SMHF bed day utilization and alternative placements
Schedule 46B evaluations with WTC's Forensic Psychiatrist
Maintain continuous communication with contracted county jails in the catchment area
Receive authorization and schedule psychiatric appointments for jail-based services
Schedule jail psychiatric services within required timeframes
Communicate appointment details back to jail staff and document activity in "Jail Tracker"
Assist with weekly High-Risk meetings and documentation
Send weekly High-Risk reports to designated staff
Maintain safe and insurable driving status and vehicle
Perform other duties as assigned
Requires flexible hours, involves extensive paperwork, and will require self-directed performance. Travel and the use of a personal vehicle is required.