State of Vermont-posted about 17 hours ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Waterbury, CT
101-250 employees

The Department of Corrections seeks candidates for the Corrections Chief Clinical Specialist. The Corrections Chief Clinical Specialist has primary responsibility for the development and implementation of cognitive behavioral and life skill interventions in the Risk Intervention Services Division of the Department. Services are both recommended and required for individuals under supervision and/or incarcerated populations particularly for those with convictions of felony interpersonal violence. The Corrections Chief Clinical Specialist is a peer member of a multi-disciplinary central team comprised of Corrections Education Headmaster, Corrections Risk Intervention Manager and Workforce Development Manager. The Chief Clinical Specialist has responsibility for program development and improvement, clinical and forensic risk assessment, contract management of contracted service providers services at four correctional facilities. This role collaborates with the Health Services Division to assure consistency in complex case management for participants in services. The position participates in the development of operational procedural and policy development for the services developed in Risk Intervention Services. The Corrections Chief Clinical Specialist reports to the Risk Intervention Services Division Director.

  • program development and improvement
  • clinical and forensic risk assessment
  • contract management of contracted service providers services at four correctional facilities
  • collaborates with the Health Services Division to assure consistency in complex case management for participants in services
  • participates in the development of operational procedural and policy development for the services developed in Risk Intervention Services
  • Master's Degree in psychology, social work or related field of behavioral health from an accredited program AND six (6) years or more of experience at a professional level as a therapist, psychometrician or mental health clinician.
  • Licensure at the appropriate levels in accordance with Vermont statutory requirements.
  • Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.
  • Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment.
  • Two (2) years or more of experience in a correctional or forensic facility
  • One (1) year or more of supervisory experience.
  • 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
  • Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
  • State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
  • Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
  • Low cost group life insurance
  • Incentive-based Wellness Program
  • Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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