Licensed Social Worker / Licensed Mental Health Counselor
About The Position
Professional Care Medical Practice P.C. is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW) to serve as a Behavioral Health Professional within the medical department at the Saratoga County Correctional Facility in Ballston Spa, NY. This is a full-time position, requiring 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, during standard business hours. The role involves providing comprehensive mental and behavioral health care, including substance abuse and MAT counseling and therapy, to a vulnerable and underserved patient population within a correctional environment. The company is committed to providing employees with the necessary knowledge and training to excel in this field.
Requirements
- Must be licensed as a LMHC, LMSW, or LCSW in the state of New York.
- Must hold a Master’s degree or greater in Social Work, Psychology, or related Human Service field with a concentration in clinical course work, training and/or experience.
- Must hold a valid driver’s license & have reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of two years of experience and familiarity with substance abuse/MAT (i.e., Medicated Assisted Treatment) counseling preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct clinical assessments based on referrals and self-referrals, including documentation of findings, mental status examination, case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment plan. Make referrals to psychiatry when appropriate.
- Conduct risk assessments utilizing structured interviews and risk assessment tools. Manage inmates at risk for suicide and/or engaging in self-harm according to existing protocols and current policy and procedures.
- Serve as the PCM mental health liaison for mental health services outside the facility.
- Facilitate admission and placement of inmates/patients to forensic hospitals when necessary.
- Monitor all mental health services provided.
- Ensure clinical services meet NCCHC standards and accepted psychiatric/psychological standards.
- Be a member of the Quality Assurance Committee.
- Develop and conduct in-service education programs according to the annual in-service calendar.
- Collect data and prepare monthly performance reports.
Benefits
- Health care (medical, dental, vision, and elective health savings account (HSA)).
- Elective options for life insurance, as well as short & long-term disability.
- Paid time off accrues for a maximum accrual of ten (10) days (or 80 hours) per year.
- Six (6) floating holidays, pro-rated within your first year of employment.
- Eligibility to accrue “sick and safe” leave benefits under the New York State Sick Leave Law (NYSSL).
- 401k retirement with discretionary company match.
- Clinical supervision hours provided at no cost.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
