Review Board Liaison, Forensic Psychiatric Services

3 weeks ago


Port Coquitlam, Canada PHSA Full time

**Review Board Liaison**

Forensic Psychiatric Services

Port Coquitlam, BC

**_ As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021._**

**What you’ll do**
- Represent the Person-in-Charge as a party at all BC Criminal Code Review Board hearings by preparing the official hospital report based on a comprehensive review of the clinical record; articulates the position of the Person-in-Charge to the clinical teams, patient's counsel, the BC Review Board and Attorney General; arranges and chairs pre-hearing conferences with the patient’s clinical team to discuss recommendations to the Review Board and any hearing related issues.
- Prepare and present the hospital's case by calling and preparing witnesses, leading evidence, cross-examining the witnesses of other parties, and preparing submissions; considers the need for legal counsel for particularly high profile or complicated cases; acts as resource to FPS Leaders and the Review Board on all relevant matters.
- Liaise with the Review Board with respect to matters pertaining to patients under its jurisdiction, i.e. potential adjournments or length of hearings, and liaises with Ministry of Attorney General, Corrections Canada, patient's counsel, etc. regarding patients who are under the jurisdiction of the BC Review Board.
- Complete briefing notes following each Review Board hearing. Communicates Review Board decisions to the clinical team. Liaises with operational and nursing leaders on all issues related to Review Board hearings. Reports any decisions having policy, procedural or resource impacts to the Director, Access, Transitions and Forensic Clinical Risk.
- Maintain concise and accurate documentation of relevant information in alignment with FPS policy standards to meet regulatory requirements, including maintaining a Review Board exhibit binder for each Review Board patient.
- Provide forensic educational workshops and programs on the Criminal Code of Canada, the BC Review Board and related practice issues to staff, students and other stakeholders; provides educational tours of the facility; acts as resource person for hospital activities; participates in various task groups regarding policies and procedures. Supervises Master level Social Work students on field education practicum by performing duties such as demonstrating and explaining procedures and processes and providing input regarding progress.

**What you bring**
- Master of Social Work degree from an accredited School of Social Work including relevant graduate level mental health courses and mental health practicum plus three (3) years' recent, related experience in forensic mental health, and including one (1) year's experience developing, implementing and/or delivering education services, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers (BCCSW).
- Demonstrated knowledge of psychiatric disorders, medical and legal terminology, court-room procedures, therapeutic modalities, risk assessments, the BC Review Board, its procedures and practices, the Mental Health Act, the Mental Disorder provisions of the Criminal Code, the forensic services in BC, court dispositions and the Ministry of Health and BC Review Board directives pertinent to forensic patients.

**What we bring**

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

**Job Type: Regular Full Time**

**Wage: $36.99 to $46.27 per hour**

**Location: 70 Colony Farm Road, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 5X9**

**Hours: 0800-1600 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri**

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