Center Mental Health Consultant

Provides mental health services/consultation and training for Job Corps students at Cass Job Corps.

Work hours: Monday through Friday (0800-1630

Candidates with active, unrestricted licenses who are qualified to provide mental health counseling services in the State where services are to be performed, MAY be considered at the sole discretion of the Government and would require a waiver prior to providing services.

Duties:

· Prompt review of applicant files and complete required initial assessment (intake), and treatment plan, as applicable,

· Recording all mental health documentation, such as, diagnosis, treatment and management plans, medication, reason of denial into the program (if recommended) etc. on the Student Health Record (SHR) and Job Corps Health and Wellness Program forms,

· Participate in the management of, and provide written diagnoses for, a chronic care management plan for students with chronic conditions/disability related to mental health conditions,

· When appropriate, collaborate with Substance Abuse Counselor (TEAP) on services for students with co-occurring conditions of mental health issues and substance use,

· Coordinate with center physician and Health & Wellness Manager (HWM) to discuss long-term medication management and Schedule II prescription management,

· Participate in Reasonable Accommodation Committee (RAC) meetings & file applicant review team meetings during regular scheduled hours,

· When requested, assist students to acquire health-related skills and knowledge of healthy mental health care.

Requirements

Must have an active, unrestricted license as a Clinical Psychologist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker and must be an independent practitioner in the State where services are provided. All services provided must be in accordance with state regulations.

· Clinical/Counseling Psychologist or Clinical Social Worker

· Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed independent practitioner providing assessment and treatment services to adolescents and young adults