What are the responsibilities and job description for the Managed Assigned Counsel MAC Resources Attorney: Mental Health - Grant Funded position at Bexar County?
JOB
The Mental Health Resource Attorney (MHRA) will be responsible for providing support to the Bexar County managed assigned counsel (MAC) panel attorneys in mental health matters. Grant Funded
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Ensure panel attorneys are providing quality representation in mental health matters Support the Bexar County managed assigned counsel (MAC) panel attorneys in mental health mattersServe as the primary liaison between MAC office and the courts (mental health courts and all others)Assist panel attorneys as first or second chair counsel if feasible and no conflict of interest existsMonitor and manage legal resources made available through the MAC--physically and electronically--for panel attorneys in their work of appointed cases Monitor and manage intake assessment and appropriate assignment of attorneys to casesReview financial claims and monitor adherence to caseload guidelines Provide support, when needed, with pretrial matters, litigation, or trial issuesReceive and respond to complaints about panel attorneys in mental health mattersMonitor and review panel attorney performance, develop plans to improve attorney performance, and recommend removal of attorneys from the panel if performance does not meet expectationsAssist the Director, the Trial Division Chief, and the Director of Professional Development & Holistic Services with training, publications, and other duties as needed
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Mental Health Resource Attorney (MHRA) will be responsible for providing support to the Bexar County managed assigned counsel (MAC) panel attorneys in mental health matters. Grant Funded
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Ensure panel attorneys are providing quality representation in mental health matters Support the Bexar County managed assigned counsel (MAC) panel attorneys in mental health mattersServe as the primary liaison between MAC office and the courts (mental health courts and all others)Assist panel attorneys as first or second chair counsel if feasible and no conflict of interest existsMonitor and manage legal resources made available through the MAC--physically and electronically--for panel attorneys in their work of appointed cases Monitor and manage intake assessment and appropriate assignment of attorneys to casesReview financial claims and monitor adherence to caseload guidelines Provide support, when needed, with pretrial matters, litigation, or trial issuesReceive and respond to complaints about panel attorneys in mental health mattersMonitor and review panel attorney performance, develop plans to improve attorney performance, and recommend removal of attorneys from the panel if performance does not meet expectationsAssist the Director, the Trial Division Chief, and the Director of Professional Development & Holistic Services with training, publications, and other duties as needed
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
