What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Court Clerk position at Harris County?
The Mental Health Clerk is responsible for handling and filing all paperwork regarding mental health for the Harris County Clerk's Office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Answers phones regarding mental health and warrant information.
- Enters patient and applicant information into the computer.
- Proofs all paperwork before it is filed.
- Prepares dockets for court.
- Attends all court hearings for Probable Cause, Commitment and Chemical Dependency.
- Keeps a log of all warrants filed with the clerk’s office.
- Other duties as assigned at the discretion of the Director of Probate.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
All applicants must register and take the HRRM Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 85% with a typing speed of 35 W.P.M. and 80% accuracy.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrrm-clerical-skills-test
Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution and
Minimum of one (1) year of paid clerical work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Basic proficiency skills in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
- Must be detail oriented.
- Must have good prioritization and organizational skills.
- Ability to work as a team player and work well with others.
- Ability to work overtime without prior notification and work flexible hours as required.
- Ability to handle multiple phone lines and multi task.
- Ability to display Compassion and understanding.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Register Online for the HRRM Clerical Skills Test using the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrrm-clerical-skills-test
- Click the above link to the HRRM Clerical Skills Test registration page
- Click on "Apply" to submit your request for testing
- You will receive a test invitation and instructions via e-mail within 48 hours
- You will have no more than 5 calendar days to access and complete testing
- Your score will be automatically uploaded to your application
- The test may be taken once every 30 days
- Most recent test scores are retained for up to 6 months
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time
Monday – Friday | 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
Overtime as warranted
Salary:
$16.50 Hourly
Locations:
Harris County Psychiatric Hospital - 2800 S. MacGregor Houston, Texas 77021
Civil Courthouse - 201 Caroline Houston, Texas 77002
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Salary : $17
