Competency Restoration Instructor/Educator (DOH/NMBHI #31384)

Salary $24.88 - $37.32 Hourly $51,755 - $77,633 Annually This position is a Pay Band C6 Posting Details The Forensic Division is one of five divisions that comprise the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute (NMBHI) at Las Vegas. The primary mission of the Forensic Division is to provide competency restoration services to individuals referred by District Courts across the state. Individuals referred to the facility are charged with at least one felony-level offense. Why does the job exist? This position exists to help individuals with mental health disorders who are also involved with the legal or criminal justice system. The combination of psychiatric needs and legal considerations creates complex challenges that require specialized support. How does it get done? The job gets done by performing tasks such as: Develop and deliver/facilitate educational lessons addressing understanding the legal system I.E; Courtroom Roles and Procedures, Defendant rights and Responsibilities, Pleas, Charges, Working with attorney's, Court Room Behavior Ect. Provide one on one tutoring to clients who need additional support Develop educational strategies, and competency educational material I.E worksheets, quizzes, study guides Create, update, and maintain competency restoration curriculum Identify any gaps in existing competency restoration programing Make revisions to curriculum based on outcomes and feedback Orient newly admitted clients regarding the competency restoration program Maintain documentation of participation, client comprehension, and attendance Administer informal knowledge checks using competency related material Assess client's educational needs, learning styles, and areas needed for additional instruction Who are the customers? Patient¿s admitted into the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute Forensic Division for purposes of competency evaluation, competency restoration through treatment and psychoeducation. Ideal Candidate The Ideal Candidate would have: Degree in Social Work, Education, or related field Experience conducting groups, and developing curriculum and educational materials Will have experience working within the mental health field. Experience in providing direct care services in an inpatient hospital setting, with interdisciplinary treatment team. Experience working with legal representatives (I.E attorney's, judges) Minimum Qualification High School Diploma and three (3) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling three (3) years may substitute for the required experience. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid NM Drivers License. Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate. SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONS--This position ls designated as safely sensitive. Employment Is subject to pre-employment and random testing. In accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules, and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Employment ls subject to nationwide criminal background checks and is conditional pending results. CRIMINAL RECORDS BACKGROUND CHECK-Must successfully complete post offer pre-employment criminal records background check. Employment is conditional pending the results of criminal records background checks. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA). Working Conditions Position will perform work directly on the unit with patients as well as in an office setting with extensive computer and phone usage and exposure to Visual Video Display Terminal. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here Agency Contact Information: Adelita Vigil, (505)454-2344 Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.