License Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

US: Tryfacta•Columbia, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Tryfacta is seeking a License Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for our client in Columbia, KY, 42728. This is a temporary contract assignment. The position is with the Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice and is an open-ended contract. The work schedule is a 7.5-hour workday with options for 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, including a 30-minute or 1-hour lunch break. Overtime and occasional weekend coverage may be required, along with on-call support for behavioral health emergencies. The pay rate is $45.00-$50.00/hr.

Requirements

Must meet Kentucky KRS 600.020(52) requirements as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).
Strong documentation and clinical assessment skills.
Excellent communication and crisis management abilities.
Active state licensure in good standing required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with adolescents, behavioral health, juvenile justice, residential treatment, or crisis intervention preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for youth within the facility.
Provide individual, group, and family counseling services.
Conduct crisis intervention and behavioral health assessments.
Manage suicide/homicide watch cases and develop safety plans.
Complete clinical documentation including intake assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge plans, and court reports.
Lead interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and maintain meeting documentation.
Collaborate with correctional staff, medical providers, families, courts, schools, and community partners.
Develop behavioral management plans for youth with challenging behaviors.
Coordinate referrals for higher levels of psychiatric care when necessary.
Serve as on-call clinical support for after-hours emergencies.
Participate in evidence-based therapeutic programming after completion of required DJJ training.
Maintain compliance with DJJ policies, state regulations, and accrediting standards.