Court Liaison, Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital, Part Time
UHS
Summary
The Court Liaison oversees all court related issues and coordinates with each involuntary patient interacting with the Probate court. The role also serves as a backup to the Recipient Rights Advisor/Patient Advocate.
Job description
Position Description
The Court Liaison oversees all court related issues and coordinates with each involuntary patient interacting with the Probate court. The role also serves as a backup to the Recipient Rights Advisor/Patient Advocate.
This role investigates, resolves, documents and reports complaints and concerns following the process outlined by the State of Michigan, Office of Recipient Rights. The Patient Advocate collaborates with departmental leaders to ensure resolution of concerns presented by patients, families, visitors or other representatives of the patient.
Hours and Location
Part Time, 20 hours a week, 4 hour shifts, Monday-Friday. Court is held on Tuesday afternoon and Thursday morning, so assigned hours will be based on those critical times. The schedule on Mon/Wed/Fri will have more flexibility.
Located on the south side of Grand Rapids, near the intersection of M-6 and Byron Center Ave SW: 6291 Venture Hills Boulevard SW, Byron Center, MI 49315.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
- Minimum of three years' experience as a recipient rights adviser, patient advocate or court liaison preferred
- Previous attendance at MDCH Training Conference preferred or can obtain once hired
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Roth 401(k)
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Paid Time Off
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Pet Insurance
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.