QMHP-CS I/II (Case Worker) SB292 Jail Diversion

QMHP-CS I/II (Case Worker) SB292 Jail Diversion (Waco, TX) Performs mental health services for severe adult mentally ill consumers involved in the criminal justice system. Rides out with a designated county sheriff’s deputy in Freestone, Limestone, Falls, Bosque, and Hill counties to provide mental health services to individuals identified with severe mental illness. Works directly with internal and external partners including jail administration and staff, sheriff’s department staff, judicial stakeholders, internal BHN programs, family, and others. Work involves conducting interviews, clinical assessments, on-site crisis coverage, case management, coordinating tele-psychiatry, and coordinating with various legal and community stakeholders for all referred individuals and program participants. Collaboration with attorneys, judges, district attorneys, law enforcement deputies, jail staff, family members, and other stakeholders provides mental health services and continuity of care for identified individuals. The position operates under moderate supervision of the SB 292 Program Manager with limited latitude for initiative and independent judgment in carrying out details of the work. Examples of Work Performed Rides out with the designated county sheriff’s deputy in Bosque, Hill, Falls, Limestone, and Freestone counties to provide services to individuals with severe mental illness. Identifies and screens referred individuals in the legal system for mental illness. Provides on-site (jail and community) assessments and develops interventions. Provides crisis support as deemed necessary. Coordinates referrals and case management. Provides continuity of care services with all area jails. Prepares progress notes and other required documentation. Advocates with legal entities for persons with mental illness. Provides ongoing case management, counseling, and other interventions for program participants. Experience Requires successful experience in providing mental health services for people with severe and persistent mental illnesses, a working knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis, psychosocial assessments, and crisis intervention. One year of case management experience is preferred. Education Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in behavioral, social science, humanities, or education. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Work setting – Other locations as determined and necessary. Knowledge of mental illness and the emotional components of physical illness, psychiatric diagnosis, psychosocial assessments, and crisis intervention. Demonstrated skill in interviewing and reporting results of the interviews. Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with professional personnel (e.g., jail staff, law enforcement) to exercise tact, initiate, and exercise good judgment in dealing with consumers and relatives, prepare reports, and make recommendations for administrative use, speak and write effectively, and relate to people and interact with consumers. Ability to learn about and implement trauma-informed care practices within the scope of work for the position. Must maintain a level of general health that permits the performance of the job duties and regular attendance as set forth in Center policies and procedures. Computer skills: Microsoft Office, proficient typing, and general computer skills. Hours: 8AM-5PM M-F Salary: $45,000 - $52,965 annually; $21.63 - $25.46 hourly, depending on education and experience. Stipend: $5,000. Position: 542 Benefits Employer paid Health Insurance Employer paid Dental Insurance Employer paid Life Insurance Employer paid Short Term Disability Employer paid Employee Assistance Program Payroll Direct Deposit 12 paid Holidays per year Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings) – Certain Requirements Apply Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – begins after 3 months of full-time employment This is a non-management position. This is a full-time position. Visit Careers at Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network #J-18808-Ljbffr