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CDOC - (Social Work/Counselor IV) Therapeutic Community Manager - (BUENA VISTA)

Colorado Department of Corrections, Denver, Colorado, United States

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CDOC - (Social Work/Counselor IV) Therapeutic Community Manager - (BUENA VISTA) Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) invites applicants to apply for the CDOC - (Social Work/Counselor IV) Therapeutic Community Manager - (BUENA VISTA) position.

Mission Colorado Department Of Corrections Mission

Department Information 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 in making state government more effective and efficient.

Benefits

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. Member Contribution Rates .

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 This position is only open to Colorado residents who meet the minimum qualifications.

Location This position is located in Buena Vista, CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.

Description Of Job This position provides programmatic and administrative supervision of the Substance Use Disorder staff at the Therapeutic Community and the outpatient treatment program. This position will assist in the development and/or review of Substance Use Disorder therapeutic community treatment programs, provide Substance Use Disorder assessment and treatment services, and provide clinical and administrative supervision of Substance Use Disorder counselors.

Responsibilities

Administrative supervision (approve sick and vacation leave requests, complete performance management program documentation, determine staff schedules, and all other duties associated with administrative supervision).

Clinical supervision (treatment planning, case conceptualization, group and individual treatment interventions, maintaining clinical supervision records, and all other duties associated with clinical supervision).

Coordinate with outpatient treatment staff in delivery of services.

Coordinate data entry activities of assessment and treatment staff at the Therapeutic Community.

Conduct and supervise reasonable data reporting and quality assurance activities to assure quality of services and compliance with Department policies and procedures.

Provide summary reports as needed to Substance Use Disorder Services and Quality Assurance Officer.

Develop standardized format for delivery of curriculum, develops core policies and procedures for Therapeutic communities within CDOC.

Provide group and individual therapy to inmates assigned to the therapeutic community.

Assist the outpatient treatment staff in delivery of services.

Document quality/compliance indicators, generating reports and presenting feedback to program and administrative staff.

Collect and evaluate data on performance, identifies areas for improvement and provides recommendations and technical assistance to facility on the improvement of program and agency practices.

Work closely with the Health Services Administrator and Mental Health Supervisor to ensure an appropriate level of care.

Assist in the Total Quality Improvement processes within Clinical Services Behavioral Health programs.

Attend meetings on a monthly basis.

Prepare therapeutic community topic presentations as a vehicle for all program providers to have input and participation in the therapeutic community implementation activities.

Participate with Substance Use Disorder Researcher, Quality Assurance Officer, and data management staff to assist in conducting process and outcome evaluation research on specific programs and services.

Provide training regarding the treatment of inmates assigned to Therapeutic Communities, review of assessments, assisting counselors in the development of individual treatment plans, develop treatment program plans to meet specific needs, direct and participate in educational and treatment groups, provide training in the provision of individual counseling as needed, writing assessment, treatment and discharge summaries, and the necessary data reporting for the electronic system that tracks program scheduling.

Coordinate and direct the identification, assessment, and standardized referral process for offenders within the DOC for assignment to the therapeutic community program.

You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicant must possess a current, valid Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) credential issued by the Colorado State Board of Addiction Counselor Examiners.

Applicant must have two (2) years of licensed or license candidacy experience, with current valid licensure from the State of Colorado, to include Addiction Counselor Candidate (AC - C), and experience must be with the mental health and/or sex offender population.

Substitutions

A valid license from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Psychologist, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).

A valid certification from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies as a Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) or Addiction Counselor Candidate (ADDC) will substitute for the Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) requirement.

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.

Advanced knowledge and a thorough understanding of Substance Use Disorder treatment standards and guidelines;

Strong leadership, supervisory and analytical skills;

Advanced knowledge and a thorough understanding of Mental Health standards and guidelines;

Ability to continuously expand knowledge base through continuing education of innovative clinical techniques and research;

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across facility programs and with external agencies;

Strong leadership and analytical skills;

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.

Ability to provide direct patient care to inmates;

Must maintain required licensure.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience which includes leadership and oversight of a Substance Use Disorder treatment program;

Supervisory experience over professional, behavioral health staff. Supervisory experience includes making decisions that affect the pay, status and tenure of subordinate employees;

Clinical supervision and/or instruction over employees and/or interns to include guiding diagnostic assessments, review of treatment plans and measurement of treatment goals;

Possession of a current, valid Professional Counseling License (LPC) issued by the Colorado State Board of Licensed Professional Counselor Examiners or a Clinical Social Worker License (LCSW) issued by the Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners, or a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) issued by the Colorado State Board of Marriage and Family Therapist Examiners;

Experience providing mental health treatment and discharge planning with the severely mentally ill and developmentally disabled population;

Experience which includes leadership and oversight of a mental health program;

Extensive licensed experience providing mental health treatment.

Experience providing Substance Use Disorder treatment in a therapeutic community;

Experience providing Substance Use Disorder treatment to an incarcerated population.

Important Information For questions regarding this job announcement, contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-723-3973.

Assessment Process Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ’s). Applicants that meet MQ’s 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 (SME) 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, including language models, to create, write, or alter any portion of responses throughout any step of the assessment process may result in the disqualification of an applicant.

Conditions of Employment

Must be 21 years of age;

Possess a valid driver’s license; Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards. Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle includes holding a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle.

Possess a high school diploma or GED;

Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.

Successfully pass all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics;

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDOC uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. CDOC does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.

Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics;

Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment;

Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security;

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;

Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner;

Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed inmates;

Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments;

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;

Willing and able to travel;

Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule;

TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire.

Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges.

The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.

Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.

Appeal Rights If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Supplemental Information After submitting an application, you should receive an immediate email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application.

Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept. of Corrections employee or from this email address:

info@governmentjobs.com . It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co .us

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Kristen Lange, at

doc_employeerelations@state.co.us

or call 719-728-0270.

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