*Salary: $72,000-$78,000*
Sign-On Bonus!
$3,000 for Clinicians
OR
$4000 for Clinicians
that are either Bilingual or hold an LICSW
*Sign on bonus applicable to external candidates only*
Advocates is seeking driven, open-minded professionals to offer clinical support to incarcerated individuals at the Worcester County Jail and House of Correction. The Forensic Mental Health Clinician provides evaluations, risk assessments, crisis intervention and group and individual treatment in a correctional setting.
Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions of our staff.
Are you ready to make a difference?
Minimum Education Required Master's Degree Additional Shift Details Tues-Sat 8-4 Responsibilities Provide comprehensive clinical assessments including inmates placed on suicide watch and those inmates who submit sick call slipsProvide ongoing evaluation and psychological monitoring of all inmates on psychiatric medicationScreen inmates for possible mental health conditions.Respond to crisis calls from jail staff and/or family members Attend daily triage meetingsMaintain necessary documentation to include, assessments, watch forms, medication verification sheets, file notes, and treatment plansAssist with segregation, restraint, and Department of Correction evaluations. Qualifications Master’s Degree in related counseling field and at least one year of relatable experience. License-eligibility (LICSW, LMHC) required.Must have working knowledge of current version of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.Basic computer knowledge.Excellent communication skills. Must hold a valid driver's license and have access to an operational and insured vehicle.Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.
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