Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility Care Coordinator

Full Job Description

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

MISSION:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

JOB PURPOSE:

Under limited supervision, appropriately and proficiently develop a succinct internal process for identifying and securing admission to Byars Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) and other PRTFs in and out of state. Ensures idyllic treatment services for youth identified for a PRTF while coordinating with various agencies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serves as the lead point of contact for DJJ involved youth who meet criteria for a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF).

Participates in staffing and collection of pertinent information needed to secure appropriate referrals to the Byars PRTF.

Assists Statewide Coordinator and serves as a backup as needed.

Coordinates and collaborates with the Byar’s PRTF, Office of Mental Health, and Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities for the care of youth who meet PRTF level of care.

Monitors the referral process, service delivery, and outcomes of justice involved youth placed at the Byar’s PRTF and other PRTFs.

Advocates on behalf of youth and families to ensure appropriate, timely and consistent services are acquired.

Assists in the coordination of reentry upon completion of care.

Provides training to SCDJJ staff on admission criteria and referral process for access to the Byar’s PRTF.

Follows up on inquiries and ensures appropriate referrals are expedited through the referral process.

Provides prompt feedback to referral source on information needed, missing, and if referrals are not appropriate, or do not meet criteria.

Educates referral source on criteria.

Participates in the review and revision of mutual Memorandum of Agreements (MOA) and SCDJJ Policies and Procedures related to youth who meet criteria for Seriously Mentally Ill (SMI) and/or a Serious Qualifying Disability (SQD).

Prepares and maintains monthly reports summarizing justice involved youth’s referrals, placement, and billing in a PRTF.

Monitors and processes cost share placements not covered by youth’s MCO.

Performs other job-related job duties as assigned.

Requirements

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor's degree and professional experience in human services or social services programs.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Thorough knowledge of current psychology theory/practice.

Ability to communicate effectively with staff, youth and relevant agencies.

Excellent written and oral communication skills required.

Expertise in dealing with special needs cases preferred.

Must have a clear understanding of juvenile justice process, court proceedings, and identification of mental health conditions.

Must be able to advocate for and facilitate interagency staffing to ensure a youth’s mental health needs are addressed at all aspects of a youth’s involvement in the juvenile justice system.

Must be able to triage youth’s needs and hold self and others accountable for the development and delivery of service provision to youth.

Must have a working knowledge of Medicaid requirements for Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities.

This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Must be able to drive and travel throughout the state to visit child serving facilities.

Must be able to physically lift up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications

PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

A master's degree in applied psychology from a designated program in psychology or professional counseling and 3 years' experience subsequent to the master's degree or possession of a current license to practice in the State of South Carolina.

Additional Information

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.

You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree.

A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment.

Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment.

A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.