Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC)
Behavioral Healthcare Provider 1 (LSW/LPC)- 20087247, 20026437
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC), Chillicothe, Ohio, United States, 45601
Behavioral Healthcare Provider 1 (LSW/LPC)
Apply for the role at the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC).
What You’ll Do
As a member of an interdisciplinary mental health treatment team, responsible for assigned mental health interventions for a caseload of mentally ill criminal offenders.
Responsible for the completion of screenings, including detailed mental health screens and risk assessments that are inclusive of suicide‑watch assessments when within scope and allowable per credentialing board, ODRC policy, and direct consultation with an independently licensed mental health professional when not independently licensed.
Conduct individual and group clinical interventions as prescribed on the individual mental health treatment plan using interventions within scope and directed by supervision.
Provide psychosocial group interventions as prescribed on the mental health treatment plan.
Provide mental health liaison services to an assigned caseload, including monitoring the offender’s progress toward treatment plan goals.
Complete psychosocial needs and treatment assessments as part of interdisciplinary treatment planning.
Consult with other institution staff regarding the mentally ill criminal offender’s institutional adjustment and service needs.
Initiate and maintain contact with families and community agencies.
Provide and seek information relevant to patient care and treatment.
Makes community referrals per the mental‑health treatment team.
Write reports and documentation, including electronic entries of all inmate contacts, mental‑health liaison progress notes, discharge plans, and miscellaneous forms and reports as needed, per policy and protocol.
Attend meetings of social work or counselor supervision.
Attend in‑service training sessions and workshops for professional development.
May be assigned to teach in‑service.
Licenses Required
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
by Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
by Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
Starting Pay Approximately $68,000 based on location.
Schedule Full‑time.
Location Ross Correctional Institution, Chillicothe, OH.
Contact Personnel Director: 740‑702‑3584 / DRC.RCIRecruit@drc.ohio.gov
Agency Overview Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serve as role models for pro‑social behavior, conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.
Other Details Compensation: $68,000
Unposting Date: Jan 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
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What You’ll Do
As a member of an interdisciplinary mental health treatment team, responsible for assigned mental health interventions for a caseload of mentally ill criminal offenders.
Responsible for the completion of screenings, including detailed mental health screens and risk assessments that are inclusive of suicide‑watch assessments when within scope and allowable per credentialing board, ODRC policy, and direct consultation with an independently licensed mental health professional when not independently licensed.
Conduct individual and group clinical interventions as prescribed on the individual mental health treatment plan using interventions within scope and directed by supervision.
Provide psychosocial group interventions as prescribed on the mental health treatment plan.
Provide mental health liaison services to an assigned caseload, including monitoring the offender’s progress toward treatment plan goals.
Complete psychosocial needs and treatment assessments as part of interdisciplinary treatment planning.
Consult with other institution staff regarding the mentally ill criminal offender’s institutional adjustment and service needs.
Initiate and maintain contact with families and community agencies.
Provide and seek information relevant to patient care and treatment.
Makes community referrals per the mental‑health treatment team.
Write reports and documentation, including electronic entries of all inmate contacts, mental‑health liaison progress notes, discharge plans, and miscellaneous forms and reports as needed, per policy and protocol.
Attend meetings of social work or counselor supervision.
Attend in‑service training sessions and workshops for professional development.
May be assigned to teach in‑service.
Licenses Required
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
by Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
by Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
Starting Pay Approximately $68,000 based on location.
Schedule Full‑time.
Location Ross Correctional Institution, Chillicothe, OH.
Contact Personnel Director: 740‑702‑3584 / DRC.RCIRecruit@drc.ohio.gov
Agency Overview Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serve as role models for pro‑social behavior, conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.
Other Details Compensation: $68,000
Unposting Date: Jan 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
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