Mental Health Consultant

Management and Training Corporation•Clearfield, UT

About The Position

Management & Training Corporation operates the Clearfield Job Corps Center in Clearfield, Utah, providing students with care that supports their health and well-being. The Mental Health Consultant coordinates and provides direct and indirect mental health services and treatment for students and is responsible for implementing and monitoring the center’s total mental health program. The consultant plans and conducts the administrative and programmatic activities of the student mental health program, with emphasis on prevention, early detection, and identification of mental health problems. The role advises the center director and wellness services staff on mental health matters, promotes coordination with other center departments, and coordinates student case management with applicable staff. It also supports staff training and the TEAP/TUPP program through consultation, treatment planning, referrals, and training.

Requirements

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Two years of related experience.
Experience with youth.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Computer proficiency.
Valid Utah driver's license with an acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and conduct administrative and programmatic activities for the student mental health program.
Implement a mental health program emphasizing prevention, early detection, and identification of mental health problems.
Advise the center director and wellness services staff on mental health matters, including staffing requirements, student terminations for mental health reasons, and the cost of mental health services, including inpatient facility use.
Promote coordination and integration of the mental health program with departments such as counseling, social development, and recreation.
Coordinate case management among TEAP/TUPP staff, counselors, wellness staff, the physician, instructors, and other applicable staff regarding student behavior, compliance, medication, side effects, and treatment progress.
Assist staff in developing and using mental health principles and techniques, including those related to substance abuse, sexuality, aggressive behavior, and poor communication.
Train center staff on mental health referrals and coordinate follow-up care.
Assist with TEAP/TUPP program services, including program development, consultation, treatment planning and referral, and training.