CDOC Mental Health Counselor Social Worker/Counselor II (Buena Vista)

Position located in Buena Vista, Colorado. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at these locations. Who May Apply Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. However, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in this job announcement. Mission We are a team of dynamic and diverse professionals building a safer Colorado by cultivating transformative opportunities for those under our supervision. Career Benefits Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system Retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans Medical and dental health plans; State of Colorado Benefits Paid life insurance Short and long-term disability coverage 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick time Employee wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs Training opportunities and more For questions regarding this job announcement please reach out to Kaylie Purcell at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Responsibilities Provides professional mental health services to inmates to include formal and informal mental health evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and clinical interventions Assures accurate Information System mental health needs levels, including Psychiatric and Developmental Disability needs level codes Provides group, brief, and individual therapy, and crisis intervention to include participation in 24 hour Mental Health On-Call Rotation Assures both emergency and non-emergency transfer for inmates experiencing acute mental health needs Provides clinical direction to non-clinical staff in mental health care and treatment of inmates Assures continuity of care for inmates by making appropriate referral and providing necessary information and documentation for receiving units, facilities, or agencies Documents both handwritten and electronically in an accurate and timely manner to provide comprehensive inmate mental health records Monitors inmate treatment and listens to inmate concerns and provides counseling and direction Promotes and is accountable for the safety and security of the clinical and correctional environment through conscientious observations, and sensitive item contraband control Informs supervisor of any violations of safety and security through the report writing process, attends training programs as assigned, including self-defense course to ensure self protection skills Minimum Qualifications Possession of a current, valid permit or license from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies as one of the following: Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Psychologist Candidate or Psychologist Preferred Qualifications Graduation with a master's or doctoral degree in a mental health field such as counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy or psychology from a program accredited by Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP), Council of Social Work Education (CSWE), American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT or COAMFTE) or American Psychological Association (APA). License eligible as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Work, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Psychologist Experience providing mental health treatment in a correctional environment Required Competencies Ability to provide professional mental health or sex inmate treatment to inmates Individual must be efficient Able to participate in 24 hour Mental Health On-Call Rotation Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across facility programs and with external agencies Ability to work independently Ability to provide comprehensive clinical documentation Must maintain required registration/permit/licensure as applicable to this assignment Ability to work with a diverse population of inmates Ability to provide professional mental health treatment as part of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to read and comprehend the English language Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications shall be considered for this announcement. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Colorado