Cook County Spanish Speaking Community Sex Offender Therapist I

State of Illinois•Chicago, IL

18d

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking for a mental health professional interested in working withindividuals convicted of sexual offenses and other problematic behavior. The Sex Offender Therapist will facilitategroup treatment, conduct intakes, complete risk assessments, and make recommendations for supervisionstrategies in the community. This individual will have the opportunity to become fully licensed as a Licensed SexOffender Treatment Provider with additional professional supervision options available. We are looking forsomeone with a strong understanding of strengths and evidence-based approaches in mental health services. Weencourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Requirements

Requires possession of a master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage & family therapy or a closely related behavioral science degree from an accredited college or university.
Requires eligibility to be approved to conduct sex offender treatment and evaluations by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
Requires the ability to speak and write Spanish, at the colloquial skill level.
Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.

Nice To Haves

Prefers licensed as an Associate Sex Offender Treatment Provider (ASOTP) OR Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider (LSOTP) by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
Prefers LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor), or LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist).
Prefers at least one (1) year of work experience working with the sex offender population in some capacity.
Prefers at least one (1) year of experience writing progress notes and discharge summaries.
Prefers at least one (1) year experience developing and implementing treatment plans.
Prefers at least one (1) year experience conducting clinical risk and needs assessments.

Responsibilities

Provides specialized sex offender specific group and individual therapy utilizing a variety of evidence based therapeutic techniques.
Develops behavior modification programs specific to each participant which are designed to decelerate identified maladaptive behaviors and facilitate increased appropriate behaviors.
Maintains required standards of clinical documentation that is specific and congruent to the sex individuals in custody population.
Conducts risk assessments and testing of sex individuals in custody utilizing clinical evaluations procedures.
Translates functions/ procedures into Spanish for individuals who cannot speak or read English.
Travels to provide court testimony on treatment progression and evaluation.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule in some program areas (Flexible time and hybrid options)
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
Full 20‐year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement.
Deferred compensation and other pre‐tax benefits programs
Paid state holidays 13‐14 days annually
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10‐25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually ‐ (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12‐hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources