Corrections Mental Health Counselor

Dairy Queen of Globe, Inc.; Globe (AZ); On-site; Full time

Job description

Apply Online At:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gilaaz?page=1

Inmate Counselor – Sheriff's Office Detention

$56,690 - $57,863

Location

Globe / Payson, AZ - Full Time

• Purpose: improve the mental health and wellbeing of Gila County Jail inmates.
• Assess and record inmates' mental health needs, coordinate medication provision, liaise with other contacts, and conduct research.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health assessments and prioritize psychiatric needs of inmates, conducting interviews to listen to their issues, evaluating acute and chronic symptoms, determining essential care required, and documenting and reporting test results.
• Documents contacts made with inmates, including on the phone and in person.
• Coordinates with medical personnel to provide inmates with medications.
• Liaises with officers, medical personnel, and outside contacts to obtain additional information and conducts research to find other mental health agencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field.

Minimum Years of Directly Related Experience Required

• One (1) year experience in counseling or related social work area.

Professional Credentials Required

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License if position duties require.

Information Regarding Gila County Employment

https://www.gilacountyaz.gov/government/human_resources/employment/index.php