Senior Offender Behavioral Health Counselor

Colorado Department of Corrections; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Department of Corrections seeks a qualified behavioral health professional to serve the offender population, providing evaluations, diagnoses, and clinical interventions in a secure environment. The role requires active licensure in Colorado and at least 1 year of relevant experience in substance use or mental health, with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Applicants must meet stringent minimum qualifications and comply with extensive employment requirements and background

Qualifications

• Must possess one or more current, valid licenses from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies.
• Must have at least 1 year of licensed or license candidacy experience in substance use and/or mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional behavioral health services to offenders, including evaluations and clinical interventions.
• Serve as consultant for unit staff on assessment and treatment planning.
• Provide clinical direction to non-clinical staff in behavioral health care.
• Ensure continuity of care by coordinating referrals and documentation.
• Provide crisis intervention in line with clinical standards.

Skills

Self-control

Stress tolerance

Communication skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CSW)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Licensed Psychologist

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)

Job description

Colorado Department of Corrections seeks a qualified behavioral health professional to serve the offender population, providing evaluations, diagnoses, and clinical interventions in a secure environment. The role requires active licensure in Colorado and at least 1 year of relevant experience in substance use or mental health, with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Applicants must meet stringent minimum qualifications and comply with extensive employment requirements and background