PRN Mental Health Intake Specialist (Corrections)

Job Description

Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals.

Mental Health Cooperative, Inc. (MHC) was formed in 1993 to serve individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Since then, we have expanded our services to children and adolescents with severe emotional disorders across Middle and East Tennessee.

Our sole purpose is to support and treat those challenged with serious mental illness and poverty. Although based out of Nashville, we serve several communities across middle and East Tennessee with satellite offices in Antioch, Gallatin, Dickson, Columbia, Cleveland, Murfreesboro, Clarksville, Cookeville, Chattanooga, and Memphis.

If you are interested in joining a team that is caring, collaborative, innovative and energizing this might be a great place for you!

This is a contractual position with an indefinite end date, based on ongoing needs within Detention Services. If and when the contract ends, associates will have the first right to decline any current open positions at MHC, provided they are in good standing at the time of application. While the specified shifts indicate preferred coverage, we are open to discussing scheduling options based on business needs. This role is essential in supporting core services during a critical time — it's an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact. We encourage all interested candidates to apply!

Job Title : PRN Mental Health Intake Specialist (Corrections)

JOB SUMMARY : Screen, assess, and refer inmates in the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) custody for psychiatric services. Provide on-going medication checks and crisis intervention services for inmates in DCSO custody

Responsibilities

• Respond to referrals made by medical and intake staff, as well as, community service providers, family members, court professionals, DCSO staff, and inmate-initiated requests.
• Assess inmate’s behavioral health needs and refer inmates appropriately to treatment services that may include psychiatric evaluation and medication management or admission to the Behavioral Care Center (BCC).
• Screen new admits to DCSO jails for behavioral health services and participate in early identification system for inmates with mental illness.
• Liaison with DCSO Behavioral Health Director and medical provider regarding new admissions, forensic evaluations, and inmates in crisis.
• Rotate on-call responsibilities with other staff.
• Respond to jail to complete face-to-face assessment for admittance to sub-acute status (safe room); psychiatric observation and crisis intervention.
• Write initial Certificate of Need, if appropriate.
• Provide follow-up services for consumers seen in crisis and those who return from the RMHI.
• Work cooperatively in a team environment with staff of MHC and MCRT, as well as, staff from DCSO, Metro Health Department, Hospital Authority, Medical Provider, the Court and its officers, and CMHC’s.
• Aid in implementation of APN and Psychiatrist’s orders regarding inmates treatment plan.
• Refer to Discharge Planner, if appropriate.
• Liaison with various service providers and pharmacies to ensure adequate and rapid medication verification.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and other meetings as requested.
• Maintain accurate records and complete paperwork in a timely manner.
• Attend training sessions as directed by Supervisor.
• Responsible for attending all mandatory in-services, continuing education and annual health requirements.
• Follow all policies and procedures set by the Agency.

Requirements

About You

Mental Health Cooperative embraces inclusion, diversity and equal opportunity. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Mental Health Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.