Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Licensed Clinical Social WorkerThe LA ICE Detention Center, located in Alexandria, Louisiana, is a facility operated by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that provides detention services for individuals awaiting immigration proceedings. The center prioritizes the safety and security of detainees while offering various services, including legal resources, educational programs, and recreational activities to support their well-being. With a focus on maintaining humane conditions, the facility aims to ensure that detainees are treated with dignity and respect during their stay, while also facilitating access to necessary medical care and support services.Licensed Clinical Social Worker - ResponsibilitiesThe 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.Licensed Clinical Social Worker - RequirementsMaster'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 Louisiana.Maintains BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the client.Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting (preferred, not required).KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market. KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.