Correctional Treatment Specialist (Qualified Mental Health Professional)

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Basic Requirements Degree – at least 24 semester hours of coursework in the behavioral or social sciences. OR Combination of education and experience – at least 24 semester hours of coursework in the behavioral or social sciences, and knowledge equivalent to a 4‑year degree as shown in the Degree requirement. Evaluation of Education : Courses such as sociology, correctional administration, criminal justice, government/political science, psychology, social work, counseling, and other related social or behavioral science courses may be used to satisfy the 24‑semester‑hour requirement. Evaluation of Experience : Experience must have been gained in (1) casework in a correctional institution or another criminal justice setting; (2) counseling in any setting that required diagnostic or treatment planning skills to achieve specific social or occupational goals; or (3) work treating persons in need of social rehabilitation. Education Three years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. Graduate education must have been in corrections or a related field such as criminal justice, sociology, psychology, counseling, social work, or other course work related to the position. Experience At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the qualifications to perform the duties of the position, and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled. Some examples of qualifying experience are: Facilitating evidence‑based individual and group treatment in a correctional setting. Performing comprehensive evaluations for adults with mental illness and/or behavioral disorders. Utilizing cognitive behavioral treatment techniques. Developing comprehensive treatment plans for incarcerated adults with mental illness and/or behavioral disorders. Combination of Education and Experience Combination of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. Only graduate level education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade may be combined with experience. This experience must have equipped you with the qualifications to perform the major duties of this position as described above. Selective Factors A current, valid, unrestricted license by the State as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). If applicable, credit will be given for paid or unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as number of hours worked per week) spent in the activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr