Mental Health Transportation Manager, G19, Sheriff's Department

Description

Shall be responsible for supervising and coordinating travel for the safe transportation of mentally ill inmates in mental health crisis and/or by court order to an out of town facility to receive the necessary mental health services that are not available within the city/county.

Examples of Duties

• Follows Departmental security policies and procedures.

• Participate in monthly Border Region Mental Health Coalition Meetings, in person or zoom meetings.

• Communicate with other Webb County departments (County Attorney, County Clerk's office, County Court at law Judges Office) for court orders.

• Communicate with Non-Profit Organization's Staff for consumer referrals and/or court orders for homeless citizens with mental issues.

• Communicate with correctional facilities, jails, or other law enforcement agencies where offenders are being transferred to and give instructions for their departure and approximate time of arrival.

• Ensure all inmates are searched prior to leaving the jail facility.

• Ensure all inmates are restrained according to jail policy and procedures.

• Monitor and ensures transport vehicles are serviced and in check for duty.

• Provide guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performances.

• May be required to work during times other than normal working hours, when needed.

• Reviews, handles, and distributes related travel and court documents to mental health officers.

• Must have good interpersonal skills in dealing and communication with co-workers, county employees, department heads, elect/appointed officials, outside organizations and the general public

• Must be able to interpret and apply rules, regulation, and policy as they pertain to the standard operating procedures (SOP) manual and the jail operating procedures (JOP) manual.

• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Jail Commander or his designee.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, preferred.

• One year of work related experience in law enforcement or correctional field or prior supervisor experience related to mental health transport services, preferred.

Supplemental Information

• Ability to understand and process oral and written instructions effectively and efficiently.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under deadlines pressure.

• Knowledge of standard office equipment including personal computer and software programs.

• Knowledge in understanding the basics of the Criminal Judicial System.

• Knowledge of the rules and requirements of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards.

• Ability to communicate in English and Spanish.

Valid Texas Driver License*

• If applicant holds an out-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained prior to employment.

There are a wide variety of benefits available to Webb County employees. These benefits includes: health, dental, vision, life insurance, optional life and disability insurance plans, flexible spending account for health care.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than High School

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

• Some College Hours

• Vocational Certificate

• Associates Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctoral Degree or higher

02

Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license?

• Yes

• No

03

Are you a current or former Webb County employee?

• Yes

• No

04

If you selected "Yes" on the above question, please specify department name(s) and date(s) of employment.

05

Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)

• Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire.

• No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.

Required Question

Agency Webb, County of (TX)

Address 1110 Washington Street

Suite 305

Laredo, Texas, 78040