Position Title Assistant County Solicitor - Mental Health
Salary: $60,000.00 to $68,000.00 per year, commensurate with experience.
How to Apply Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.
Minimum Requirements A Law Degree from an accredited law school, an active license to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a practicing attorney.
Preference will be given to applicants who possess experience in governmental law and/or human services background, as well as experience or knowledge of HIPAA compliance.
It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status and drug/medical examinations as required for the position.
Position Summary Overview Duties: • Provides legal advice and representation for involuntary/voluntary mental health hearings. • Prepares and presents guardianship petitions. • Represents the County at DHS Bureau of Hearings and Appeals hearings. • Advises Department of Human Services on various legal issues - Involuntary Civil Commitment Hearings and expungement/restoration of firearms hearings. • Acts as a subject matter expert and point of contact for other County Departments and interacts with legal counsel for providers and other outside organizations. • Participates in petition for review hearings in Orphans Court. • Files guardianship petitions in Orphans Court on behalf of various County Departments. • Responds to Superior Court appeals. • Performs other related work as required or requested.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Knowledge of Federal, state, and local confidentiality laws, regulations, and procedures, particularly Mental Health Procedures Act. • HIPAA and related regulations and procedures. • Judicial and administrative procedures and Rules of Evidence. • Skill in Microsoft Office Products. • Ability to assess client situations and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. • Explain and apply Mental Health Procedures Act to lay persons. • Work with a diverse and challenging client population. • Prepare various legal documents (e.g., pleadings, legal briefs, etc.). • Review and analyze proposed statutes, rules, and regulations with increased attention to detail. • Develop productive working relationships with staff attorneys and the public.
Residency Allegheny County within 1 year.
Veterans Preference Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
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