Court Liaison - Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital

Responsibilities

Southridge Behavioral Hospital is a beautiful and new state-of-the-art facility. As a joint venture with the Trinity Health System and Universal Health Services, we serve up to 96 adult and geriatric patients across four units.

We believe that caring, dedicated and valued staff provide exceptional patient care. We are seeking high caliber applicants that will provide innovative and evidence-based care focused on our patient’s individual needs, comfort and safety. Thank you for considering our Court Liaison position as we continue our successful opening!

More information about Southridge can be found online at:  https://southridgebh.com/

Position Description:

The Court Liaison oversees all court related issues, they coordinate with each involuntary patient interacting with the Probate court. The role also serves as a backup to the Recipient Rights Advisor/Patient Advocate. This role investigates, resolves, documents and reports complaints and concerns following the process outlined by the State of Michigan, Office of Recipient Rights.  The Patient Advocate collaborates with departmental leaders to ensure resolution of concerns presented by patients, families, visitors or other representatives of the patient.  

Hours and Location:

Part Time, 20 hours a week, 4 hour shifts, Monday-Friday. Court is held on Tuesday afternoon and Thursday morning, so assigned hours will be based on those critical times. The schedule on Mon/Wed/Fri will have more flexibility. 

We are located on the south side of Grand Rapids, near the intersection of M-6 and Byron Center Ave SW: 6291 Venture Hills Boulevard SW, Byron Center, MI 49315

Benefit Highlights:

· Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

· 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company Match

· Employee Stock Purchase Program

· Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off

· Disability, Life, Pet Insurance and much more!

More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com 

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

High School or Equivalent Requires, Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred.

A minimum of three years’ experience as a recipient rights adviser, patient advocate or court liaison preferred.  

Previous Attendance at MDCH Training Conference preferred or can obtain once hired. 

If you would like to learn more before applying, please call or text Valerie at 616-500-4581 or email at [email protected] 

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