Job Details

Mental Health Court (MHC) Clerkical Assistant

• $18.00/ Hour
• Note: The temporary MHC Clerical Assistant position is bound to funds available as a part of the annual MHC Grant Contract awarded by SCAO. This position is intended to work an estimated 200 hours under the current grant contract. In the event that grant funding is insufficient, this position terminates at the end of the funded grant cycle, unless alternative funding is obtained.

Duties:

• Serves as liaison for and among MHC stakeholders and team members. Interacts with MHC participants to maintain current records and information, adhering to all confidentiality requirements.
• Assists the MHC Coordinator in assuring all paperwork and documents relating to the program are accurately assimilated into court or program files.
• Collects and submits all data as required by the State Court Administrator's Office via its established electronic database system.
• Schedules participant review hearings and meetings associated with the MHC, including stakeholder gatherings.
• Assists during MHC review hearings, and show cause or probation violation hearings as needed.
• Participates in the preparation and distribution of program reports and statistics.
• This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified. 

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in criminal justice, health science, social science, social work, business or other related field; OR
• At least one year of college completed with an interest in pursuing a degree in criminal justice, law, health science, social science, social work, business or other related field.
• Transcripts required with application, unless waived or deferred by MHC judge.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong computer proficiency, with experience using Microsoft Office software.
• Comfortable speaking in public with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired:

• Fluency in languages other than English.
• Experience working with diverse populations.