D186- Part-Time Clinician-Jail Services

River Edge Behavioral Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible spending accounts

Short and long-term disability

11 Paid holidays

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA seeks a Full-time Clinician for the Judiciary In-reach Program. Under supervision, the Clinician conducts confidential behavioral health assessments, brief and ongoing mental health counseling, and substance abuse assessment for clients at Bibb County Jail.

The role involves developing solution-focused treatment plans, participating in individual and group sessions, coordinating admissions, and maintaining accurate records while collaborating with jail

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or counseling.
• Licensed: LAPC / LMSW / LAMFT required; LMFT / LPC / LCSW preferred.
• At least 1 year postmaster's experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment.
• Experience with chronically mentally ill populations and case management in community/criminal justice settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct confidential behavioral health assessments, counseling, and substance abuse assessment for jail clients.
• Develop solution-focused treatment plans addressing goals and interventions.
• Lead individual and group counseling, and attend court proceedings when applicable.
• Complete and maintain collaborative documentation and case records.
• Coordinate admission and intake processes for new clients and ensure smooth transitions to treatment.
• Collaborate with jail staff and referral sources to support clients' recovery.
• Stay informed about local treatment resources and comply with policies and regulations.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Master's in social work / psychology / sociology / counseling

Job description

Company Overview

At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We believe in supporting our team as well as our clients with our comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more.

Program Overview

River Edge is currently seeking a Full-time Clinician for the Judiciary In-reach Program. Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Clinician will conduct confidential behavioral health assessments, brief and on-going mental health counseling, substance abuse assessment and counseling, for clients at the Bibb County Jail.

Schedule

Five Days weekly including one weekend day 3:00P.M.-8:00P.M.

Responsibilities

• Conduct confidential behavioral health assessments, brief and ongoing mental health counseling, and substance abuse assessment and counseling for clients at the Bibb County Jail.
• Facilitate client participation in developing a solution-focused treatment plan addressing important goals, objectives, and interventions.
• Participate in individual and group counseling sessions and attend court proceedings if applicable.
• Complete collaborative documentation tasks.
• Identify and collaborate with jail staff to intervene in crisis and potential crisis situations.
• Demonstrate problem-solving abilities at the designated level.
• Attend staff meetings, case conferences, and training programs as required.
• Participate in clinical supervision sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Provide clinical consultation to referral sources, jail staff, family members, and others to support clients' recovery.
• Review referral information, consult with Jail Services Case Manager/Discharge Planner, and coordinate services and client interviews as needed.
• Coordinate the admission and intake process for admitted clients, ensuring a timely and smooth transition into treatment.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records, including case notes, treatment plan reviews, discharge planning, and outcomes.
• Stay informed about treatment agencies, programs, and available resources for clients.
• Adhere to internal and external policies, procedures, regulations, and standards, including River Edge's policies and procedures, Quality Assurance Plan, DBHDD requirements, State Licensing standards, County Monitoring requirements, and managed care regulations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social service field (e.g., Social Work, Sociology, Psychology,) or related field, such as counseling. (Required)
• Associated Licensed in one of the following: LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT (Required)
• Fully Licensed in either - LMFT, LPC, LCSW (Preferred)
• At least one (1) year of postmaster's experience providing mental health and substance abuse treatment.
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise with the chronically mentally ill population.
• At least one (1) year of case management experience, in the community and the criminal justice system.

Additional Benefits

• Flexible spending accounts
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 11 Paid holidays
• Voluntary Life Insurance