What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensic Case Manager, Hennepin, Psychological Services Division position at Minnesota Judicial Branch?
Job Description
Hennepin County District Court is seeking a knowledgeable and highly motivated Forensic Case Manager to provide exceptional support to the Fourth Judicial District Clinical Forensic Psychologists in the Regional Psychological Services Division.
The Forensic Case Manager is responsible for providing technical administrative assistance and case coordination to the Clinical Forensic Psychologists in the Regional Psychological Services (RPS) division of the Minnesota Judicial Branch. This role will function as part of a close team that works together to process all incoming referrals made to Regional Psychological Services. The case management team facilitates the completion of evaluations through researching and coordinating case information and records; managing case-related communications with stakeholders with the goal of enhancing departmental efficiency; using forensic knowledge and independent judgment to identify missing clinical information and data sources; and engaging in independent problem solving to locate necessary clinical information and facilitate the timely completion of evaluations.
This AFSCME-Represented position is classified as a Staff Generalist I, with a working title of Forensic Case Manager. The Psychological Services Division is located on the fifth floor of the Hennepin County Government Center at 300 South 6th Street, C-509, Minneapolis, MN 55487. This is a hybrid role, working both on-site and remotely, depending on business needs with typical hours between 8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m., Monday - Friday. A reliable internet connection will be required if working remotely .
The Minnesota Judicial Branch offers a comprehensive benefits package. A summary of these benefits is provided later in this posting. To learn more about benefits, click here.
Example of Duties
Examples listed below may not reflect all duties performed.
- Accurately complete administrative work in an office environment by performing high level referral processing, case related research and case management for the Psychological Services Division
- Provide excellent customer service and case related support by assisting and communicating with examiners, the court, stakeholders and examinees in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner to ensure psychological evaluations are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
- Coordinate, communicate, and collaborate with team members to ensure daily work assignments, evaluations, and special projects are completed efficiently and accurately.
- Contacting defendants ordered to undergo a psychological evaluation, or caretakers on their behalf, for the purpose of scheduling a court-ordered forensic interview and gather preliminary information while addressing any questions or concerns
- Complete the intake process for court orders through Examiner Resource Application (ERA), including verification of accuracy and completeness
- Effectively communicate with potentially distressed, hostile or psychiatrically ill defendants to resolve questions or provide information relevant to the purpose of the evaluation
- Utilize conflict de-escalation as needed according to department procedure, with the support of examiner staff when necessary
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS :
The Minnesota Judicial Branch recognizes the diverse set of skills, strengths, and attributes that an individual may bring into a role. If you have any combination of the experience, training, and education required for this position, apply today! For education requirements listed, the equivalent number of years of related experience may serve as a substitute.
Minimum Education and Experience :
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
SALARY :
The expected starting salary range for external candidates is $22.04 to $29.57 per hour ($46,019.52 to $61,742.16 annually). The full salary range for this position is $22.04 to $37.09 per hour ($46,019.52 to $77,443.92 annually). This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of Minnesota employee benefits.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION :
About Us
Why Work for Us?
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another's growth.
Employee Benefits
The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family's wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers. Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at 4th.Human.Resources@courts.state.mn.us. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
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