Program evaluator [h1.location_city]

Responsibilities

Fairfax Behavioral Health (a UHS facility) :

POSTION SUMMARY :

The Court Evaluator represents the Hospital’s position on involuntary / civil commitment proceedings as outlined in RCW 71.05.

• Clinically evaluates patients detained by a DCR on an initial 120 hour hold and assesses whether additional inpatient hospitalization is needed or whether a less restrictive option is appropriate.
• Co-authors with attending provider14 / 90 / 180 day petitions for involuntary treatment.
• Provide expert witness testimony in court proceedings through a combination of patient evaluation, medical chart review, discussions with treatment providers and witnesses, and direct examination / cross-examination from Prosecution / Defense attorneys.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or related mental health field required. Doctoral (PhD / PsyD) degree in Psychology or related mental health field preferred.

Experience :

Additional Requirements : Must be FULLY licensed (Assosciate license not accepted) in the state of Washington as a Psychologist, Social Worker, or related mental health field. Employee must obtain CPR, first aid, Handle with Care, and Verbal De-Escalation certification upon hire provided by facility.

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