Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Florence, AZ

Wander Staffing•Florence, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Wander Staffing is seeking one (1) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to serve as a Behavioral Health Provider (BHP) for ICE Health Services Corps (IHSC) in Florence, AZ. The role involves providing mental health evaluations, individual and group therapy, and case management for detainees. The LCSW will also provide direction and oversight to a multidisciplinary team, write evaluation reports for legal counsel, and serve as the suicide prevention program coordinator. Additionally, the position includes training staff on mental health topics, coordinating discharge planning, and potentially providing telehealth services. The work environment is within a facility with specific security and access requirements.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
Minimum one (1) year of experience as an LCSW at the independent level. Candidates with 8-11 months may be considered for a waiver
Current, full, and unrestricted LCSW license in Arizona
BLS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (Permanent Resident Card, I-551)
Must pass the DHS background investigation and be privileged by IHSC
Able to communicate proficiently in English and/or Spanish
Must have a REAL ID or passport to enter the facility
Additional ICE clearance is required before a site visit (approximately 1-7 days)
No cell phones, weapons, or metal in the facility
Security processing includes forms (the SSA-89 requires a wet signature), an NBIS e-application due within 4 days, and fingerprinting due within 5 days

Nice To Haves

Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting
Experience implementing a new mental health treatment program and/or a Modified Therapeutic Community treatment model

Responsibilities

Provide mental health evaluations, individual and group therapy, and case management for detainees, including programming within a Modified Therapeutic Community model
Provide direction and oversight to a multidisciplinary team, including behavioral health technicians and interns
Write evaluation reports for ICE/OPLA legal counsel on individuals placed on the Serious Mental Illness (SMI) List
Provide weekly reports to the HQ Behavioral Health Unit on individuals on the SMI list and in segregation
Serve as the suicide prevention program coordinator when the Supervisory BHP is absent
Train ICE and medical staff on mental health topics, including suicide prevention, hunger strikes, abuse and neglect, and victims of torture
Coordinate discharge planning, placements, and continuity of care with the HQ Behavioral Health Unit, including Post Order Custody Reviews (POCR)
May provide telehealth for patients at other IHSC facilities (only in states where you are licensed)
May respond to, or coordinate the response to, medical emergencies