Mental Health Licensed Associate (Overnight)

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
2670 South 28th Drive (Show on map)
Dec 19, 2024
Posting Date 12/18/24 Application Deadline 01/01/25 Pay Range $60,000 - $85,500 Annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Correctional Health About the Position Are you committed to serving your community and making a difference in the lives of those who need mental health support? Do you want to use your skills and strengths as a member of a collaborative team? As a mental health professional, you will support patients in the county jail system. While working in this position, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow under the supervision of an independently licensed practitioner who meets the board's requirements as a supervisor. This allows you to receive the clinical experience and supervision needed to advance your career and enable you to become independently licensed. Are you ready to serve the community and make a difference? Apply now! This is an overnight position with shift differential pay available. About Us It's time for you to utilize and perfect your talents. Correctional Health Services (CHS) is an industry-leading healthcare organization for the incarcerated population. Our department's culture promotes collaboration, continuous training, and flexibility. We challenge our team to spearhead initiatives, break down barriers, and advance their expertise. Apply now to work with a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals. Proud to Offer Perform work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Employee discounts for goods and services Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more atWork With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require One year of behavioral health experience Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited program A valid, unrestricted license issued by the Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) OR Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) OR Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC), OR Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT), OR Licensed Associate Psychologist We Also Value Behavioral health experience in a correctional health setting Bilingual skills in English and Spanish Job Contributions Complete bio-psychosocial assessments, suicide risk assessments, and other clinical forms as required under the supervision of an independently licensed mental health professional Provide individual and group psycho-education and crisis intervention services under the supervision of an independently licensed mental health professional Coordinate with the multi-disciplinary team regarding patient care Develop and coordinate patient discharge/re-entry plans Obtain relevant treatment records and coordinate care with family members, community providers, and others relevant to the patient's care and community re-entry plan Maintain and update a list of community resources to support the patient's transition and re-entry back to the community, including civil commitment procedures, RBHA services, and criminal justice processes Working Conditions Must be able to work overnight shift and weekends Must complete an MCSO-HR fingerprint background check Must be able to work inside a jail environment, consisting of working in close proximity to inmates and other staff and being indoors in a confined area handling multiple or complicated tasks Requires accuracy, decision-making, and concentration skills to be vigilant in a teamwork environment Performs a high volume of work under short deadlines or with time pressures to complete frequently changing and unscheduled tasks Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now!