State of Colorado
CDOC Social Work/Counselor III - Parole Behavior Health Specialist - (Denver/Eng
State of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Mission
Colorado Department of Corrections Mission: If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services to make state government more effective and efficient. In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined;
Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as Safety Officers and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;
Medical and dental health plans;
Short and long term disability coverage;
Paid life insurance;
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;
Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information.
Who May Apply
A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed below to include licensure through the State of Colorado. Location
This position will cover the Denver / Englewood region of Colorado. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. Mental Health Clinician
This position exists to provide clinical mental health skills as the mental health consultant and clinician in a designated parole region. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Promote offender success on parole through collaboration and coordination starting in CDOC facilities through the transition to parole supervision; Ensure that community-based offenders in psychiatric crisis receive assessment and intervention, in consultation with community parole officers; Support and assist community parole officers and consult with re-entry specialists to facilitate successful parole for offenders with mental illness; Contribute to service coordination through participation in community organizations relevant to transition services; Provide consultation and assistance to community parole officers regarding the integration and behavioral health services needed for community-based offenders with mental illness; Address emergent situations regarding offender mental health crises while on parole supervision; Facilitate involuntary psychiatric assessment and/or hospitalization for offenders when clinically indicated; Provide guided treatment engagement services for high-needs offenders; Apply knowledge of evidence-based practices and report any deviation from evidence-based practices to the Parole Mental Health Coordinator; Ensure medications and psychiatric appointments are in place; Identify resources in each region for offender needs; Monitor treatment compliance and efficacy for high-needs offenders; Promote offender success in the community by providing family preparation classes and family psycho-educational groups; Produce a monthly report that tracks offender status and services provided; Update resource information in resource guide; Document service provision in applicable electronic system; Maintain standards of the program or work unit through compliance with all applicable mental health, departmental, organizational and unit standards; Promote collaborative multi-disciplinary services and resource utilization to increase offender success in geographically diverse parole regions. Only applicants who meet the minimum will be included in the comparative analysis process. Minimum Qualifications
Applicant must possess a valid, active license from the State of Colorado or State participating in the Social Work Licensure Compact as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. AND Applicant must have one (1) year of licensed or license candidacy experience, with current valid licensure from the State of Colorado or State participating in the Social Work Licensure Compact, to include Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker Candidate (SWC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, and experience must be with the mental health and/or sex offender population. Ensure that the Work Experience section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. “See resume” statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date. Required Competencies
Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction; Must possess and maintain a valid license from the State of Colorado as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist; Knowledge of and ability to conduct crisis assessment and counseling utilizing therapist manuals and protocols and agency/facility security policies; Ability to effectively interact with offenders; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to read and comprehend the English language; Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing; Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind; Excellent interpersonal skills; Ability to travel to throughout assigned region, driving a state owned vehicle. Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing mental health treatment and discharge planning with the severely mentally ill and/or developmentally disabled population; Experience in a behavioral health program with a criminal justice population; Experience providing family focused behavioral health services; Experience collaborating with community organizations to facilitate mental health services; Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Important Information
For questions regarding this job announcement, contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-723-3973. The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQs). Applicants that meet MQs will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to create, write, or alter any portion of responses throughout the assessment process may result in disqualification. Be sure the Work Experience section is complete and addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and “see resume” statements will not be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may affect eligibility or ranking. Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of separation will be paid according to prior pay or time in class; those rehired after six months will be treated as new hires for compensation purposes. Please note that salary changes are not guaranteed and may be influenced by internal pay equity, budget, and market benchmarks. Any changes will be communicated accordingly. If transcripts are submitted, they must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency if issued outside the U.S. Include as part of your application materials. Redaction rights under the Job Application Fairness Act are noted. In order to process a background investigation, provide at least ten years of the most current work experience unless more recent related experience applies. Failure to provide information could delay the process. Be aware of the NEOGOV system support information and software requirements if you experience technical difficulties submitting your application. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer and values equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply and do not discriminate. The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations on request during the application and selection process. All Department of Corrections facilities are tobacco free. We encourage protected classes to apply.
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Colorado Department of Corrections Mission: If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services to make state government more effective and efficient. In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined;
Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as Safety Officers and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;
Medical and dental health plans;
Short and long term disability coverage;
Paid life insurance;
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;
Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information.
Who May Apply
A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed below to include licensure through the State of Colorado. Location
This position will cover the Denver / Englewood region of Colorado. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. Mental Health Clinician
This position exists to provide clinical mental health skills as the mental health consultant and clinician in a designated parole region. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Promote offender success on parole through collaboration and coordination starting in CDOC facilities through the transition to parole supervision; Ensure that community-based offenders in psychiatric crisis receive assessment and intervention, in consultation with community parole officers; Support and assist community parole officers and consult with re-entry specialists to facilitate successful parole for offenders with mental illness; Contribute to service coordination through participation in community organizations relevant to transition services; Provide consultation and assistance to community parole officers regarding the integration and behavioral health services needed for community-based offenders with mental illness; Address emergent situations regarding offender mental health crises while on parole supervision; Facilitate involuntary psychiatric assessment and/or hospitalization for offenders when clinically indicated; Provide guided treatment engagement services for high-needs offenders; Apply knowledge of evidence-based practices and report any deviation from evidence-based practices to the Parole Mental Health Coordinator; Ensure medications and psychiatric appointments are in place; Identify resources in each region for offender needs; Monitor treatment compliance and efficacy for high-needs offenders; Promote offender success in the community by providing family preparation classes and family psycho-educational groups; Produce a monthly report that tracks offender status and services provided; Update resource information in resource guide; Document service provision in applicable electronic system; Maintain standards of the program or work unit through compliance with all applicable mental health, departmental, organizational and unit standards; Promote collaborative multi-disciplinary services and resource utilization to increase offender success in geographically diverse parole regions. Only applicants who meet the minimum will be included in the comparative analysis process. Minimum Qualifications
Applicant must possess a valid, active license from the State of Colorado or State participating in the Social Work Licensure Compact as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. AND Applicant must have one (1) year of licensed or license candidacy experience, with current valid licensure from the State of Colorado or State participating in the Social Work Licensure Compact, to include Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker Candidate (SWC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, and experience must be with the mental health and/or sex offender population. Ensure that the Work Experience section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. “See resume” statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date. Required Competencies
Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction; Must possess and maintain a valid license from the State of Colorado as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist; Knowledge of and ability to conduct crisis assessment and counseling utilizing therapist manuals and protocols and agency/facility security policies; Ability to effectively interact with offenders; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to read and comprehend the English language; Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing; Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind; Excellent interpersonal skills; Ability to travel to throughout assigned region, driving a state owned vehicle. Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing mental health treatment and discharge planning with the severely mentally ill and/or developmentally disabled population; Experience in a behavioral health program with a criminal justice population; Experience providing family focused behavioral health services; Experience collaborating with community organizations to facilitate mental health services; Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Important Information
For questions regarding this job announcement, contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-723-3973. The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQs). Applicants that meet MQs will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to create, write, or alter any portion of responses throughout the assessment process may result in disqualification. Be sure the Work Experience section is complete and addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and “see resume” statements will not be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may affect eligibility or ranking. Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of separation will be paid according to prior pay or time in class; those rehired after six months will be treated as new hires for compensation purposes. Please note that salary changes are not guaranteed and may be influenced by internal pay equity, budget, and market benchmarks. Any changes will be communicated accordingly. If transcripts are submitted, they must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency if issued outside the U.S. Include as part of your application materials. Redaction rights under the Job Application Fairness Act are noted. In order to process a background investigation, provide at least ten years of the most current work experience unless more recent related experience applies. Failure to provide information could delay the process. Be aware of the NEOGOV system support information and software requirements if you experience technical difficulties submitting your application. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer and values equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply and do not discriminate. The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations on request during the application and selection process. All Department of Corrections facilities are tobacco free. We encourage protected classes to apply.
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