ITA Court Evaluator Therapist $5k Sign-on Bonus
About The Position
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as the ITA Court Evaluator at Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital. In this role, you will coordinate ITA (Involuntary Treatment Act) and FIT (Family Initiated Treatment) patients with SPBH providers, program therapists, nurses, and Snohomish County prosecuting and defense attorneys. You will be responsible for tracking and managing all necessary documentation and must know ITA and FIT patient rights and laws. If you are passionate about patient advocacy and possess excellent organizational skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position! Collaborates with the interdisciplinary treatment team and conducts clinical evaluations of patients detained under the Involuntary Treatment Act (ITA) by Designated Crisis Responders (DCRs) on an initial 120-hour hold. Assesses whether a patient meets both legal and mental health criteria for additional involuntary inpatient hospitalization or if a less restrictive option is appropriate. Co-authors 14/90/180-day petitions for continued involuntary inpatient treatment with attending providers. Provides expert witness testimony in court proceedings through direct patient evaluation, medical chart review, obtaining collateral information from outpatient providers and witnesses, and undergoing direct/cross-examination from Snohomish County prosecuting and defense attorneys. Adheres to all relevant RCWs and meets legal deadlines for ITA e-filing. Maintains a tracking system for pertinent ITA patient information, such as court dates and current orders. Reports all new admissions to the ITA Unit of the Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney's Office and the Snohomish County Public Defender Association. Maintains a tracking and reporting process for discharge notifications. Distributes 24-hour right to continue or decline medication notices to patient units. Maintains a tracking system for Family Initiated Treatment (FIT) adolescent patients; reports FIT admissions and discharges and sends out documentation for review. Performs case management services and coordination as needed. Keeps current knowledge of all ITA laws and patient rights. Provides education and training during New Employee Orientation (NEO) about ITA law and procedures at SPBH.
Requirements
- Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a clinical-related mental health field.
- Must possess a Washington state license in Social Work or clinical mental health field.
- At least two (2) years of experience in a psychiatric health care facility with direct experience in crisis intervention, treatment skills, and strong clinical assessment skills.
Nice To Haves
- May be required to work flexible hours.
Responsibilities
- Collaborates with the interdisciplinary treatment team and conducts clinical evaluations of patients detained under the Involuntary Treatment Act (ITA) by Designated Crisis Responders (DCRs) on an initial 120-hour hold.
- Assesses whether a patient meets both legal and mental health criteria for additional involuntary inpatient hospitalization or if a less restrictive option is appropriate.
- Co-authors 14/90/180-day petitions for continued involuntary inpatient treatment with attending providers.
- Provides expert witness testimony in court proceedings through direct patient evaluation, medical chart review, obtaining collateral information from outpatient providers and witnesses, and undergoing direct/cross-examination from Snohomish County prosecuting and defense attorneys.
- Adheres to all relevant RCWs and meets legal deadlines for ITA e-filing.
- Maintains a tracking system for pertinent ITA patient information, such as court dates and current orders.
- Reports all new admissions to the ITA Unit of the Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney's Office and the Snohomish County Public Defender Association.
- Maintains a tracking and reporting process for discharge notifications.
- Distributes 24-hour right to continue or decline medication notices to patient units.
- Maintains a tracking system for Family Initiated Treatment (FIT) adolescent patients; reports FIT admissions and discharges and sends out documentation for review.
- Performs case management services and coordination as needed.
- Keeps current knowledge of all ITA laws and patient rights.
- Provides education and training during New Employee Orientation (NEO) about ITA law and procedures at SPBH.
Benefits
- 401(k) + matching
- Health insurance
- 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Cafeteria on site + one free meal per day
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
- Career & training development opportunities
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment
- Engaged management team dedicated to your success
- A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
