Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Your chance to make a difference! The community – Eloy, AZ nestled in the heart of Arizona, Eloy offers a captivating blend of natural beauty and vibrant community spirit. Surrounded by breathtaking desert landscapes, visitors can explore the stunning vistas of the Sonoran Desert, dotted with iconic saguaro cacti and vibrant wildflowers in bloom. The city's rich history is showcased at local museums, while outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy various recreational activities, from hiking and biking to birdwatching in the nearby Casa Grande Ruins National Monument. With its friendly atmosphere, unique local eateries, and annual events, Eloy is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by adventurers and families alike.

About the Facility – Eloy ICE Detention Center The ICE facility at Eloy, AZ, also known as the Eloy Detention Center, is operated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). It serves as a detention facility for individuals awaiting immigration hearings or deportation. The center provides services such as legal visitation, medical care, and educational resources for detainees. Located in a remote area, it is a high-security facility that also offers access to family visitation. Additionally, it emphasizes detainee safety and well-being, while following federal regulations and ICE standards.

Responsibilities

• The LCSW provides direction and oversight to a multidisciplinary team in the implementation and management of an integrated mental health treatment program.
• Deliver direct care to patients in accordance with the scope of practice, licensure, certification, and granted privileges.
• Develop, manage, and monitor patient treatment plans in collaboration with behavioral health technicians.
• Respond to and coordinate responses to medical emergencies as needed.
• Provide telehealth services based on patient needs and healthcare situations.
• Assess and evaluate the mental health of residents according to DSM-5 diagnoses and refer to outside treatment facilities if necessary.
• Collaborate with legal counsel to provide written evaluations on the mental health status of individuals placed on the Seriously Mentally Ill (SMI) list.
• Provide counseling, psychotherapy, group therapy, behavioral analysis, and substance abuse education as required by standards.
• The LCSW treats individuals presenting with signs of sexual or physical assault, abuse, and/or neglect using a multidisciplinary approach.
• Conduct post-discharge follow-up for individuals returning from inpatient mental health treatment.
• Serve as the suicide prevention program coordinator as assigned.
• Develop training and educational materials and provide clinical education to medical and administrative staff.
• Coordinate case management for community treatment placement, hospital placement, and other aftercare situations.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and training as required.
• The LCSW provides oversight and consultation to behavioral health technicians and interns as applicable.

Requirements

• Master's degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
• Minimum of one-year experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at the independent level, where clinical supervision is not required.
• A current, permanent, full, and unrestricted license to practice clinical social work independently in Arizona.
• Maintains BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the client.
• Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting (preferred, not required).

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