SOCIAL WORK/COUNSELOR III- Clinical Work Lead COT

State of Colorado•Pueblo, CO

37d•Onsite

About The Position

This position exists to provide therapeutic interventions including psychosocial therapies, individual, and group treatment to severely emotionally disturbed/cognitively impaired patients. Individualizes psychosocial therapy approaches to meet the specific needs of the patient population. Provide training and consultation to other professional staff. Carries out work lead duties to staff assigned under them. Participates in individual patient plan of care when deemed necessary. Works with Unit Management Teams to review Unit Schedule and group needs to suggest appropriate and available options as required by unit population

Requirements

Current, valid Colorado or State participating in the Social Work Licensure Compact licensure as a:
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) OR
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) OR
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) OR
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC)
One (1) year of experience with current, valid licensure from a state participating in the Social Work Licensure Compact based on the work assigned to the position.
position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
Motor Vehicle Check , if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle, either in an on-going capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties OR on occasion for training/meetings/client visits/etc.
Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License or an non-restricted U.S. Driver's License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border
Out-of-State Driver's License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment start date.
2-step TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges
Shall not initiate or engage in sexual, social, personal or financial relationships with patients either during or any time after hospitalization, even if the patient requests or initiates such a relationship All relationships with current or former patients must be disclosed on your application
Successfully pass all modules of the CMHHIP New Employee Orientation core curriculum to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics
shift work
Possess the physical ability to successfully complete CTI and CPR
Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist
Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled containment to the floor
Withstand impact on own body using an ASP shield
Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for using a defensive tactic
Kneel on one or both knees and stand up again with multiple repetitions
Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety
Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
Ability to read and comprehend the English language; effectively and fluently communicates in English, both verbally and in writing
Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
Annual influenza vaccination
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:
Disclose that information on the application.
Provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position.
Provide the employee number from the applicant's prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the principles of human growth and behavior, basic sociological and psychological treatment and therapy practices
Ability to express ideas effectively, orally and in writing
Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions
Previous state employee
Relevant years of state service experience.

Responsibilities

functions as a work lead for up to nine (9) positions, including Social Work/Counselor IIIs, Mental Health Clinician IIs, and Mental Health Clinician Is
provides feedback to the Administrator V on the performance of subordinate positions to include group facilitation skills, group notes, performance reviews, and tracking training needs and requirements
performs job performance evaluation and planning for all assigned employees
resolves personnel conflicts by mediation, modeling, and provides insight to the Administrator V and Director of Continuity of Treatment on disciplinary and corrective needs
responsible for ensuring assigned subordinates provide high-quality groups/activities within their scope of practice to the CMHHIP patients
collaborates with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., social workers, recreational and physical therapists, administrative assistants and nursing) to obtain feedback on subordinate job performance and responsibilities
collaborates with the unit multidisciplinary treatment team by recommending treatment groups that will meet the needs of the patient population on the unit
participates in patient plan of cares to suggest treatment groups that may be appropriate for specific treatment needs
primary or co-facilitator of individual, group, and therapy sessions using evidence-based theories, practices, and concepts relevant to the needs and pathology of patients, considering their age, ethnic, cultural, religious and sexual treatment needs to affect behavioral change and the reduction of symptoms in the patient
interpret treatment needs, problems, expectations, and changes in behavior for patients
assesses patient education needs and identifies readiness to learn, motivation, strengths and barriers to the learning process
provide ongoing psycho/social education that is relevant to individual, social, environmental factors, medical regimen, to enhance mental health growth and stability
educate patients regarding related symptoms of their disorders, symptom management, risk factors, relapse prevention and level of care needs
provide required and necessary documentation relating to this duty
assess and document the effectiveness of specific interventions toward meeting the goals and objectives of treatment
develop a therapeutic alliance with the patient to secure their understanding and participation in the treatment process
provide information and education to patients about mental illness and treatment and/or refer them to relevant resources to enhance their understanding of the patient's ongoing concerns and needs
expected to utilize years of experience and deepening understanding demonstrated through Licensure to help provide necessary service
participates in orientation, educational workshops, discipline meetings, and training to assure and maintain competency in the provision of their license and treatment services
provides consultation and training regarding clinical issues on a functional basis with clinical staff and discipline members
participates in clinical and administrative supervision to enhance, ensure, and confirm skills, knowledge, competency, and understanding of assigned cases and team, discipline, and hospital processes
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center
Employee Wellness program
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.