Correctional Behavioral Health Counselor III

State of Colorado; Sterling (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental health plans

Short and long term disability

Paid life insurance

11 paid holidays

Job summary

State of Colorado is seeking a qualified behavioral health professional to deliver services to the offender population at the Sterling Correctional Facility. Responsibilities include evaluations, diagnoses, clinical interventions, and ensuring continuity of care across units and facilities.

The role requires licensure in Colorado (LAC, LCSW, LPC, Psychologist, or MFT) and at least one year of relevant experience with substance use or mental health disorders.

Qualifications

• Must possess one or more Colorado licenses: LAC, LCSW, LPC, Psychologist, or MFT.
• One year of licensed or license candidacy experience with substance use and/or mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional behavioral health services to offenders, including evaluations, diagnoses and interventions.
• Consult unit staff regarding assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Provide clinical direction to non-clinical staff in behavioral health care for offenders.

Skills

Self-control

Emotional resilience

Communication skills

English proficiency

Plain language / accessibility

Direct patient care

Education

Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Licensed Psychologist

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)

Job description

State of Colorado is seeking a qualified behavioral health professional to deliver services to the offender population at the Sterling Correctional Facility. Responsibilities include evaluations, diagnoses, clinical interventions, and ensuring continuity of care across units and facilities.

The role requires licensure in Colorado (LAC, LCSW, LPC, Psychologist, or MFT) and at least one year of relevant experience with substance use or mental health disorders.