Medical Social Consultant, Correctional Medicine

University of Illinois Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Chicago, Rockford campus, is seeking a Medical Social Consultant in Correctional Medicine. The role involves performing psychological assessments, providing individual and group counseling, and coordinating with the judicial system to reintegrate inmates post-release.

The position reports to the Director of Behavioral Health and requires IL licensure (LSW/LCSW) with specialty licensure considered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social or behavioral science or related health field.
• Current IL licensure as LSW or LCSW.
• Specialty licensure as LCSW/LCPC/LMFT is required.

Responsibilities

• Administer intake tools for mental health and substance use assessments.
• Conduct psychological assessments of inmates and monitor self-harm risk.
• Develop treatment plans and provide individual/group counseling.
• Document in EMR per policy and coordinate with judiciary and corrections.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Evidence-based psychotherapy

Education

Master's degree in social or behavioral science

Job description

Medical Social Consultant, Correctional Medicine

Hiring Department: Family and Community Medicine, Correctional Medicine

Location: Winnebago County Justice Center, 650 West State St., Rockford, IL 61102

Requisition ID: 1043573

FTE: 1.0

Posting Close Date: 11/19/2026

Work Schedule: Flexible Shifts

# of Positions: 4

Workplace Type: Onsite

Salary Range: The budgeted salary range for the position is $78,000 -$83,000 annually. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

This position is located on the Rockford campus 90 miles northwest of Chicago

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing psychological assessments to determine inmates' level of mental health functioning, evaluating the presence of mental health or substance abuse disorders, providing individual and group counseling sessions, coordination with the judicial system, and preparing inmates to reintegrate into lives after release. This position works under supervision of the Director of Behavioral Health.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Administer validated tools at intake for evaluation of mental health and substance abuse disorders.
• Perform psychological assessments to inmates to determine mental health functioning and assess need for additional monitoring for self-harm Initiate follow-up assessments as needed.
• Evaluate the presence of mental health and substance abuse disorders.
• Develop treatment plans for inmate psycho-social issues.
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions and education to prepare inmates to reintegrate into their lives after release.
• Provide trauma-informed counseling in the appropriate setting.
• Provide social service recommendations for the judiciary, corrections and criminal justice professionals on inmate cases.
• Document assessments, treatments, individual or group counseling in the EMR per policy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master's degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area. Based on institutional requirements for each position:
2. Current State of IL Licensure as a Licensed Social Worker or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Specialty Factors (required qualifications)

1. Current State of Illinois Licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
2. Skill in providing evidence-based psychotherapy services and trauma-informed care.

Preferred Qualifications

• CADC- Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor
• Experience in a correctional setting
• Ability to speak and understand Spanish

Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.

Please upload college transcripts and a list of three professional references at the time of submitting your application.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.