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IDOC - Clinician - PWCC

State of Idaho Opportunity

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Summary:

The Mission of the Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC) is to create a model correctional system that provides equitable access to programming and opportunities that reflect community experience, foster connections, and restore victims of crime. Clinicians with the Idaho Department of Correction work inside correctional institutions/prisons and Probation and Parole District Offices around the state. These positions perform assessments, program assignments, and treatment referrals for residents convicted of a felony. This announcement will be located at the Pocatello Women's Correctional Center.

Responsibilities:

Apply clinical skills to assess resident mental health needs; develop and implement a treatment plan and therapeutic recommendations

Prepares findings, diagnostic impressions, diagnosis, and recommendations for Idaho Parole Board as directed/needed

Performs comprehensive suicide risk assessments, systematically evaluating residents for suicidal ideation and underlying mental health concerns

Designs, implements, and directs multifaceted clinical therapies and rehabilitation programs

Evaluates treatment effectiveness and outcomes

Provides emergency, crisis intervention, and after-hour on-call services

Advocates for IDOC residents’ mental health needs

Presents assessment results to multidisciplinary team; participates in treatment planning.

Coordinates mental health services with other IDOC providers to ensure integrated and effective care

Coordinates program with other service providers within IDOC

Facilitates psychoeducational and process groups to IDOC residents

May participate in research projects

Other duties as assigned by overseeing clinical supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications: Your resume needs to clearly articulate how your skills, education and experience meet the qualifications below –

A master's degree (or higher) in a direct clinical practice Human Services field is required for this position. (Master's degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family counseling, marriage and family therapy, psychosocial rehabilitation counseling, psychiatric nursing, or very closely related field of study.)

Willing to work in a correctional facility and may include working non-traditional hours during evenings and or weekends.

Specialty Qualifications:

Must possess a current Idaho license as a Licensed Master's Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor or be eligible within 90 days from the date of hire.

PREA:

You must complete the following questionnaire to be considered for this position: https://forms.office.com/g/DeZADYXPBg

Benefits :

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.