Baker Act Coordinator

North Port Behavioral Health • North Port, FL

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About The Position

PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Coordinate the hospital’s Baker Act program to ensure strict compliance with all legal and operational aspects of the law.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Three years’ experience as a BAC or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Baker Act required.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops and implements appropriate policies, procedures and forms in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Safeguards patient’s rights by reviewing admissions documents, charts and progress notes and ensuring staff follow regulatory requirements and guidelines.
• Maintains communications with State’s Attorney, Public Defender, Courts, and all other designated individuals involved in the care and treatment of the patient.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with service providers, agencies hospitals and law enforcement.
• Provides required and ongoing training to all staff to insure compliance with regulatory requirements, i.e. BA Compliance, Chart Documentation, patient support, etc.
• Actively involved with Intake, Admissions, Nursing and Clinical Services in clinical record reviews.
• Ensures timely submission of all required court documents, attends court hearings and facilitates/communicates with all parties involved in the court process

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED