Team Leader, Forensic Mental Health

Thresholds; Woodstock; On-site; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Team Leader for a correctional facility. This role involves supervising a team to ensure quality service delivery to patients, overseeing care coordination, and collaborating on treatment plans. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a related field, clinical experience, and strong leadership skills. The organization values diversity and inclusion, offering generous benefits and support for professional development. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals in need, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous PTO

Insurance Options

Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Support

Reimbursement for Licensure

Mileage Reimbursement

Cell Phone Expense Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, or psychology required.
• At least 2 years of clinical experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor the team to ensure quality service delivery.
• Collaborate on treatment plans with prescribers and stakeholders.

Skills

Clinical Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Electronic Medical Records

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Counseling

Master's Degree in Psychology

Job description

Job Title: Team Leader, Correctional Facility

The Team Leader, Correctional Facility, is part of the program's management structure. The role involves supervising a team to ensure quality service delivery to a specific patient population at the county jail, acting as the senior clinician or "player coach." This position reports to the Area Director, Clinical Operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Lead and monitor the team daily, ensuring services are provided to patients at McHenry County Jail awaiting placement at the state hospital for fitness restoration.
2. Review referrals from the Department of Mental Health (DMH), assess patients, and collaborate on treatment plans with prescribers and stakeholders.
3. Oversee staff activities, including care coordination, case management, and patient support services.
4. Collect data, complete quarterly reports for DMH, and ensure timely documentation and confidentiality of case records.
5. Manage referrals, discharges, and transitions in coordination with DMH, correctional staff, and medical teams.
6. Participate in hiring, evaluations, and staff development, including conducting annual reviews and setting professional goals.
7. Perform other duties as assigned, including representing the agency in meetings and staff training.
8. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.

Marginal Duties & Responsibilities

• Work flexible hours, including weekends or evenings as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field.
• At least two years of clinical experience.
• Preferred: LCSW or LCPC licensure, leadership experience, proficiency with electronic medical records, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation to correctional facilities is required.

Additional Benefits and Information

• Salary Range: $69,400 - $72,400, depending on licensure and experience.
• Generous PTO, insurance options, retirement plan, employee assistance program, and professional development support.
• Reimbursement for licensure, license renewal, mileage, and cell phone expenses.
• Participation in public service loan forgiveness program.
• Thresholds is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a respectful work environment.

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