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General Summary
Do you meet our minimum hiring standards?** Check**[**here**](https://adacounty.id.gov/sheriff/careers/hiring-standards-disqualifiers/){target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}**before applying.** ***\*\*Only applications submitted
directly through the ACSO website will be considered for a position with
the Sheriff\'s Office.*** Provides mental health services including
assessment, crisis intervention and brief counseling, to an inmate
population in a fast paced environment, provides clinical consultations
to staff and others, and assists with mental health related program
development. The position is located in the Ada County Sheriff\'s
Office, Health Services Division. Essential Functions
Conducts bio-psycho-social and risk assessments to determine inmate
needs, eligibility for services and level of care;
Schedules appointments with internal medical providers when
appropriate and explains services to clients;
Provides clients with crisis intervention services and individual
counseling as needed;
Promotes client self-determination by addressing special needs of
the client;
Participates in interdisciplinary team staffing to formulate
treatment plans;
Identifies and teams with other community resource agencies to
design, coordinate, and provide client assistance and intervention;
Completes and submits applications for commitments when necessary; Works and maintains eligibility to work all shifts, including
evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, whether assigned or on an
as needed or on-call basis due to clinical coverage being required
in the jail 7 days per week;
Takes action to reduce risk to clients upon discharge from facility
by organizing emergency and crisis intervention, and after-hours
on-call services;
Documents interactions in an electronic medical record.
\
**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS**
May conduct psychoeducational groups; Assists with recruitment, hiring and training of social
work/counseling staff;
Serves on committees, as requested; Performs related work and other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
A Master\'s Degree in Social Work or Counseling from an accredited
college or university;
Must be a licensed Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Professional
Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed
Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or a Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Idaho;
Current clinical license is preferred; Skill in creating a respectful atmosphere; Skill in developing rapport with clients; Skill in making correct assessments and implementing treatment
plans;
Knowledge of correctional work environment; Knowledge of program development and needs assessment; Knowledge of systems theory and background; Current knowledge of the use of psychiatric medications; Current knowledge of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
Disorders (DSM-5);
Ability to collaborate with a variety of agencies within the
community;
Ability to maintain strong professional boundaries with an inmate
population;
Ability to plan and organize work; Ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; Ability to develop and sustain collaborative working relationships
with other members of the Sheriff\'s Office staff and work as part
of a team to accomplish agency goals.
\
**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**
Knowledge of or experience in correctional settings is preferred; Must be willing to work a variety of hours including weekends; Must pass an oral examination, polygraph examination, credit and
background check prior to hire;
Must adhere to the Code of Ethics for Ada County Sheriff\'s Offices,
the NASW Code of Ethics, and the Code of Ethics of the American
Counseling Association;
This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the
incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Work is performed primarily in an office environment in a jail
setting and the employee in this class is subject to inside
environmental conditions;
Position frequently requires a combination of sitting and standing
to accomplish tasks and the ability to lift up to 20 lbs.; and
Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which
permits the employee to function in a general office environment to
accomplish tasks.
DISCLAIMER:**\
To perform this job successfully, Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2475314
General Summary
Do you meet our minimum hiring standards?** Check**[**here**](https://adacounty.id.gov/sheriff/careers/hiring-standards-disqualifiers/){target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}**before applying.** ***\*\*Only applications submitted
directly through the ACSO website will be considered for a position with
the Sheriff\'s Office.*** Provides mental health services including
assessment, crisis intervention and brief counseling, to an inmate
population in a fast paced environment, provides clinical consultations
to staff and others, and assists with mental health related program
development. The position is located in the Ada County Sheriff\'s
Office, Health Services Division. Essential Functions
Conducts bio-psycho-social and risk assessments to determine inmate
needs, eligibility for services and level of care;
Schedules appointments with internal medical providers when
appropriate and explains services to clients;
Provides clients with crisis intervention services and individual
counseling as needed;
Promotes client self-determination by addressing special needs of
the client;
Participates in interdisciplinary team staffing to formulate
treatment plans;
Identifies and teams with other community resource agencies to
design, coordinate, and provide client assistance and intervention;
Completes and submits applications for commitments when necessary; Works and maintains eligibility to work all shifts, including
evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, whether assigned or on an
as needed or on-call basis due to clinical coverage being required
in the jail 7 days per week;
Takes action to reduce risk to clients upon discharge from facility
by organizing emergency and crisis intervention, and after-hours
on-call services;
Documents interactions in an electronic medical record.
\
**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS**
May conduct psychoeducational groups; Assists with recruitment, hiring and training of social
work/counseling staff;
Serves on committees, as requested; Performs related work and other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
A Master\'s Degree in Social Work or Counseling from an accredited
college or university;
Must be a licensed Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Professional
Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed
Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or a Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Idaho;
Current clinical license is preferred; Skill in creating a respectful atmosphere; Skill in developing rapport with clients; Skill in making correct assessments and implementing treatment
plans;
Knowledge of correctional work environment; Knowledge of program development and needs assessment; Knowledge of systems theory and background; Current knowledge of the use of psychiatric medications; Current knowledge of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
Disorders (DSM-5);
Ability to collaborate with a variety of agencies within the
community;
Ability to maintain strong professional boundaries with an inmate
population;
Ability to plan and organize work; Ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; Ability to develop and sustain collaborative working relationships
with other members of the Sheriff\'s Office staff and work as part
of a team to accomplish agency goals.
\
**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**
Knowledge of or experience in correctional settings is preferred; Must be willing to work a variety of hours including weekends; Must pass an oral examination, polygraph examination, credit and
background check prior to hire;
Must adhere to the Code of Ethics for Ada County Sheriff\'s Offices,
the NASW Code of Ethics, and the Code of Ethics of the American
Counseling Association;
This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the
incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Work is performed primarily in an office environment in a jail
setting and the employee in this class is subject to inside
environmental conditions;
Position frequently requires a combination of sitting and standing
to accomplish tasks and the ability to lift up to 20 lbs.; and
Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which
permits the employee to function in a general office environment to
accomplish tasks.
DISCLAIMER:**\
To perform this job successfully, Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Health Care Provider Industries Law Enforcement Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ada County Sheriff's Office by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Mental Health Clinician” roles.
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