Behavioral Healthcare Provider 1 - 20% Supplement

State of Ohio • Circleville, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The State of Ohio Department of Youth Services (DYS) is seeking a Behavioral Healthcare Provider 1 to oversee facility behavioral healthcare functions at the Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility (CJCF). DYS is committed to improving Ohio's future by habilitating youth and empowering families and communities, believing that all youth can reach their greatest potential. This role is crucial in providing behavioral health services to assigned youth, supporting their rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a solid background and a passion for habilitating youth, contributing to a safer Ohio. DYS operates as the juvenile corrections system for the state, confining felony offenders aged 10-21 who have been adjudicated and committed by juvenile courts. Youth in DYS facilities engage in programming designed to address their criminological and behavioral needs, reaching thousands of youth both in facilities and on parole. DYS's guiding principles include valuing staff as the greatest resource, treating everyone with respect, cultivating a trauma-responsive environment, providing excellent support for youth and families, advancing inclusion, and committing to collaboration and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor II (LCDC II) by Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board.
• OR Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) by Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
• OR Licensed Social Worker (LSW) by Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
• OR Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT) by the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
• OR Licensed Registered Nurse with practice specialty certificate in Mental Health or Psychiatric Nursing as issued by Ohio Board of Nursing.
• OR Licensed Registered Nurse by Ohio Board of Nursing plus completion of Masters degree in Psychology or other mental health related field.
• OR Licensed Registered Nurse by Ohio Board of Nursing plus completion of Masters degree in Nursing with a Mental Health of Psychiatric Nursing concentrate.
• Note: The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect, in the minimum acceptable characteristics, the required license(s) related to the scope of practice & services provided as described in the job duties. Only those applicants possessing the required license(s) documented in the position description are to be considered for any vacancies posted or in case of displacement due to a layoff.
• Behavioral Health
• Must complete a mandatory 6 weeks of training. Week 1 is held at CJCF, weeks 2 through 4 are held at DYS Training Academy in Orient, Ohio, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm. Weeks 5 - 6 are on the job training held at CJCF.

Nice To Haves

• The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).
• This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
• The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Responsibilities

• Within scope of license, provides behavioral health services for assigned caseload of youth at Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility (e.g., assessments; treatment planning; individual, group, and/or family interventions/session; crisis intervention).
• Provides liaison services (e.g., with family, regional office, juvenile parole officers, release authority, school, courts, and other community support services).
• Completes discharges and aftercare planning.
• Provides facility orientation (e.g., treatment and behavioral health expectations; grievance system; how to access mental health, legal, and medical services).
• Provides orientation to parents/guardians of newly committed youth.
• Represents Behavioral Healthcare Services on Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDT).
• Coordinates presence/participation of all team members (e.g., parents/guardians, parole officers, appropriate facility staff).
• Gathers necessary documentation and reports.
• Participates in case staffing.
• Documents clinical summary of meeting.
• Establishes and maintains working relationship with other facilities, agencies, and support services.
• Contacts parent/guardian in emergencies, crises, transfers, etc.
• Meets with and answers questions for visitors regarding programming.
• Accesses, develops, maintains, and synthesizes written and/or electronic documentation in compliance with DYS policies to satisfy requirements of federal, state, and local agencies; progress notes; facility and community reports pertaining to youth’s case.
• Attends departmental and inter-departmental meetings as assigned.
• Attends court hearings as needed.
• Maintains professional growth through participation in seminars, conferences, and workshops.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level