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Assistant State’s Attorney, Clinical Forensics and Behavioral Health Unit Jobs in Chicago, USA at Cook-County-State
Assistant State’s Attorney, Clinical Forensics and Behavioral Health Unit
Job Title
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Assistant State’s Attorney
Department
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Legal Resources Bureau, Clinical Forensics and Behavioral Health Unit (CFBHU)
Location
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Daley Center, county-wide as needed
Salary
: $129,376 – $174,717. Salary is provided by law; however, individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, years and quality of experience. Any salary offered is determined by the Chief of Staff and is non‑negotiable.
Note
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The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office does not sponsor H1‑B work visa petitions.
Note
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The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office does not provide relocation assistance.
Position Description
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The CFBHU is seeking an Assistant State’s Attorney to prepare and litigate emergency orders of detention and examination, prosecute civil petitions for involuntary commitment and involuntary treatment and provide trainings on mental health law and available resources to the public, law enforcement and medical personnel.
Working Environment and Reporting Structure
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Assistant State’s Attorneys assigned to the CFBHU will report directly to the Deputy Supervisor of the Unit and will work in conjunction with all of the members of the CFBHU.
Duties/Requirements
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- Coordinate with hospitals to provide patient updates to the court on involuntary commitment and involuntary treatment cases filed in Cook County.
- Review medical records and related documents in preparation for trial on involuntary commitment and involuntary treatment cases.
- Conduct witness interviews to ascertain facts of case, prepare lay and expert witnesses for hearing, assemble case files, litigate pre‑trial hearings, file or respond to pre‑trial motions and handle all related court matters including subpoenas, testimony, and hearings to completion.
- Draft legal documents including memorandum, motions, responses, petitions, orders and briefs.
- Coordinate with crisis‑intervention trained law enforcement officers, social workers and Mental Health Service Provider partner agencies on cases when appropriate.
- Provide community outreach and citizen trainings on issues of mental health.
Minimum Qualifications
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- Must possess a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- Must be a member in good standing with the Illinois bar.
- Must have six to ten years of experience.
- Prior experience working on cases involving mental health issues, experience interviewing witnesses and medical professionals, and significant trial experience is recommended.
- Must uphold the law, support victims, and protect the rights of all‑fairly, ethically and effectively.
Physical Requirements
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Light work. Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls.
To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, you must have the ability to do substantially all these activities. If someone can do light work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary work, unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time.
EEO Message
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The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Upon request, the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy. The EEOP report can be found on our website kcountystatesattorney.org.
Benefits
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Choose from a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to best suit your lifestyle and needs. We provide a robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, as well as 13 paid holidays. As a public service employer, our employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Our Employee Assistance Program offers confidential counseling and referral services to help you navigate life’s challenges.
And of course, a pension plan through Cook County.
Any problems with your application can be directed towards HRCC.SAO
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Title: Assistant State’s Attorney, Clinical Forensics and Behavioral Health Unit
Company: Cook-County-State
Location: Chicago, USA
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