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State of Colorado CDOC (Social Worker/Counselor IV) Mental Health Supervisor - Canon City (CSP) in Canon City, Colorado
CDOC (Social Worker/Counselor IV) Mental Health Supervisor - Canon City (CSP)
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CDOC (Social Worker/Counselor IV) Mental Health Supervisor - Canon City (CSP)
Salary
$6,881.00 - $9,633.00 Monthly
Location
Canon City, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
CAA CSP 6630 SWC IV 03.2024
Department
Department of Corrections
Opening Date
03/26/2024
Closing Date
5/7/2024 4:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-226-4493
Salary Note
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
Primary Physical Work Address
Canon City, Colorado 81215 This position may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
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Department Information
Colorado Department of Corrections Mission:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.
In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
Strong, secure, yet flexibleRetirement Benefits (https://www.copera.org/colorado-pera) including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans;
Medical and Dental health plans (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/medical) ;
Paid life insurance;
Short and long-term disability coverage;
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick time;
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.
Governor Polis announced on May 4, 2023 that this classification (if working within a 24/7 facility) may be eligible for non-base building temporary pay up to 10% through Fiscal Year 24/25 which ends in June 2025. If you are selected for the position, more information will be provided regarding the incentive at the time of a job offer.
Who May Apply: This position is open to Colorado state residents only.
Location: This position is located at Colorado State Penitentiary (CSP) in Canon City. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.
Description of Job
Current Vacancy: This job posting is forColorado State PenitentiaryinCanon City. This announcement will establish an eligibility list for current and future vacancies throughout the Canon City area.
The Mental Health Supervisor position provides leadership, supervision, oversight and vision for the mental health clinical program. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Planning, directing, and maintaining delivery of mental health services, assuring compliance with mental health guidelines, and managing appropriate use of resources.
Coordinating with facility administration and staff, as well as with other clinical administrators, regarding the mental health needs of inmates; establishes treatment plans for the treatment in management of inmates with mental illness or mental problems, or other special needs populations.
Provide training regarding mental health needs and issues; direct the management of psychiatric crises and or emergencies.
Supervise, organize, review, and evaluate the work of staff for competency and efficiency; recommend hiring and corrective action of assigned staff with accurate, timely, and appropriate documentation.
Maintain the standard of care compliance with all applicable mental health standards; interface between the mental health clinical program/unit and Clinical Services administration, other CDOC departments/facilities, and outside agencies.
Facilitate communication to assure staff receives clear accurate and congruent information on a consistent basis; facilitates team building within the unit and between the clinical program or unit and other CDOC departments.
Responsible for payroll entry and solves problems for day to day mental health operations of assigned unit or program.
Act as a consultant and provides training to facility, community, and state service providers on issues related to treating incarcerated inmates diagnosed with mental illness, or other special needs populations.
Participate in formal and informal mental health evaluations, assess Psychiatric and Developmental Disability levels; group, brief, and individual therapy, and crisis intervention to include participation in 24 hour Mental Health On-Call rotation.
Maintain required credentials to include licensure and any certifications required for specialized practice such as sex offender treatment or domestic violence.
You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicant must possess a current, valid Professional Counseling License (LPC) issued by the Colorado State Board of Licensed Professional Counselor Examiners or a Clinical Social Worker License (LCSW) issued by the Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners.
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Applicant must havetwo yearsof experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
- Applicant must possess a current, valid Marriage and Family Therapist License (LMFT) issued by the Colorado State Board of Marriage and Family Therapist Examiners and two years of experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist.
Advanced knowledge and a thorough understanding of Mental Health standards and guidelines;
Ability to continuously expand knowledge base through continuing education of innovative clinical techniques and research;
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across facility programs and with external agencies;
Strong leadership and analytical skills;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Ability to read and comprehend the English language;
Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind;
Ability to provide direct patient care to inmates;
Must maintain required licensure.
Supervisory experience over professional, behavioral health staff. Supervisory experience includes making decisions that affect the pay, status and tenure of subordinate employees;
Clinical supervision and/or instruction over employees and/or interns to include guiding diagnostic assessments, review of treatment plans and measurement of treatment goals;
Experience providing mental health treatment and discharge planning with the severely mentally ill and developmentally disabled population;
Experience which includes leadership and oversight of a mental health program;
Extensive licensed experience providing mental health treatment.
Must be 21 years of age;
Possess a valid driver’s license;
Possess a high school diploma or GED;
Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDOC uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. CDOC does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
Successfully pass all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension , relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics;
Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics;
Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist;
Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down;
Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows;
Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows;
Swing a baton in a striking technique;
Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic;
Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions;
Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment;
Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security;
Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury;
Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently;
Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations;
Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner;
Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed inmates;
Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments;
Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings;
Willing and able to travel;
Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule;
TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire;
Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges.
The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.
Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
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The assessment process for this position will consist primarily of a review of your application materials and responses to supplemental questions against minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications and required competencies . Your responses will also be evaluated on ability to follow instructions, clarity, conciseness, organization, grammar, spelling and word choice. Application materials and responses will be reviewed by Subject Matter Experts to assess and rank applicants. Do you acknowledge this?
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Resumes and "see resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "Work Experience" section of the application being completed.Ensure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and contains all information needed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications and contains at least 10 years of work experience, if applicable. Do you acknowledge this?
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I acknowledge that time sensitive correspondence will be sent via email from the Office of Human Resources and/or the Background Investigation Unit throughout the application process. YOU ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO CHECK YOUR E-MAIL DAILY.
I understand time sensitive correspondence will be sent via email and that I should check my email daily.
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Do you live in Colorado?
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Do you possess a current, valid license from the State of Colorado as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist?
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Enter your Colorado LCSW, LPC or LMFT license number.
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Please detail your experience providing leadership and oversight of a mental health program. Include years of experience, operations, programs, environments, roles held and types of professional behavioral healthcare staff you may have supervised. Supervisory experience includes making decisions that affect the pay, status and tenure of subordinate staff.
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Please describe how you have maintained and promoted your professional development, clinical skills and knowledge.
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Please describe clinical supervision strategies you have used that promote quality patient care.
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Please describe your experience providing mental health treatment and discharge planning with the severely mentally ill and developmentally disabled population.
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Based on the job description, required competencies and preferred qualifications listed in the job announcement, clearly describe why you are the best candidate for this position. Include how your accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, other characteristics, etc., make you the best fit candidate for this position.
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Certification and Confidentiality StatementI certify that: --I understand that this, my completed Application, the attached Supplemental Questions and my responses are confidential and that I have neither consulted with others nor received assistance in the writing or editing of my responses and the information contained herein was prepared and completed solely by me and only me. --All the information I have provided herein is true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and is made in good faith. --I have not communicated the confidential information of this, my Application and the attached Supplemental Questions in any way to other candidates or potential candidates. --I understand that if the confidential information in this, my Application and the attached Supplemental Questions and/or my responses, are found to have been falsified or shared in any way, I may be disqualified or removed from the position if appointed.
I agree to the terms and conditions of this Certification and Confidentiality Statement.
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