Mental Health Clinician for Pre-Release Evaluations

Wexford Health Sources; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual raises

40 paid days off

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) with match

Short-term disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

CEUs

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. seeks a Master Level Mental Health Professional - SVP Pre-Release Evaluator in Chicago, IL. Use your clinical expertise to assess individuals preparing for release and inform treatment planning and community supervision decisions.

You will review records, conduct comprehensive interviews, compile evaluation reports, and collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure accurate evaluations in accordance with program standards. Schedule includes dayshift with travel.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Current licensure as a Clinical Professional Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, or equivalent.
• Sex Offender Evaluator certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Current CPR certification.
• Two years of post-degree clinical experience preferred.
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience utilizing electronic medical record systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor release timelines and identify individuals requiring pre-release evaluations.
• Review institutional records and conduct comprehensive clinical interviews to assess treatment needs and risk factors.
• Prepare detailed evaluation reports that provide recommendations for supervision, treatment, and community-based services.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure evaluations are completed accurately and in accordance with program standards.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation and utilize electronic medical record systems as required.
• Participate in required training, meetings, and ongoing professional development activities.

Skills

Clinical interviewing

Risk assessment

Report writing

Education

Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. seeks a Master Level Mental Health Professional - SVP Pre-Release Evaluator in Chicago, IL. Use your clinical expertise to assess individuals preparing for release and inform treatment planning and community supervision decisions.

You will review records, conduct comprehensive interviews, compile evaluation reports, and collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure accurate evaluations in accordance with program standards. Schedule includes dayshift with travel.