Forensic Social Worker: Competency Restoration & Growth

State of Missouri; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Cafeteria Plan

MOSERS Retirement

Job summary

State of Missouri's St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center North seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join the Competency Restoration Program. This inpatient, minimum-security ward serves justice-involved clients ordered for psychiatric care.

Salary is state pay with multiple levels: Clinical Caseworker, Sr. Clinical Case Worker, and LCSW, with annual salaries ranging from about $38k to $58.5k. Responsibilities include assessments, treatment plans, case management, and risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Eligibility includes MSW/LMSW/LCSW preferred or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience with mental illness, substance use, or developmental disorders is expected.
• Understanding of DSM, evidence-based practices is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Social Service Assessments (Initial/Annual).
• Complete admission paperwork and treatment plans.
• Provide individual/group treatment and document progress.
• Complete ITReP and treatment reviews; write monthly notes.
• Offer case management and conduct risk assessments; collaborate with team.
• Participate in discharge and legal processes as needed.

Skills

Social Work

Mental Health

Case Management

Education

MSW/LMSW/LCSW preferred

BSW near MSW completion possible

Job description

State of Missouri's St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center North seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join the Competency Restoration Program. This inpatient, minimum-security ward serves justice-involved clients ordered for psychiatric care.

Salary is state pay with multiple levels: Clinical Caseworker, Sr. Clinical Case Worker, and LCSW, with annual salaries ranging from about $38k to $58.5k. Responsibilities include assessments, treatment plans, case management, and risk assessments.