Correctional Acuity Specialist - Behavioral Health & Reentry

MaineGuide; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,389,000 - 37,390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Maine Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Acuity Specialist for Maine State Prison in Warren. The role combines correctional duties with specialized intervention for residents with mental or health needs, focusing on assessment, counseling, and behavior modification.

Responsibilities include treatment planning, release planning, and collaboration with staff to enhance security and rehabilitation outcomes.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of education and/or experience in behavioral health, social sciences or related field; associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks and needs, counseling, and monitor resident behavior.
• Direct activities and craft behavioral/health modification strategies for short-term stabilization and long-term change.
• Prepare behavior and incident reports.

Skills

Behavioral health knowledge

Counseling

Case planning

Education

Associate's degree in behavioral health or related field

Two years of post-secondary education in behavioral health

Job description

The Maine Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Acuity Specialist for Maine State Prison in Warren. The role combines correctional duties with specialized intervention for residents with mental or health needs, focusing on assessment, counseling, and behavior modification.

Responsibilities include treatment planning, release planning, and collaboration with staff to enhance security and rehabilitation outcomes.