Mental Health Clinician

About the role

The Norfolk Sheriff's Office seeks to employ talented and committed individuals interested in joining a multi-talented, multi-cultural and professional organization dedicated to providing the utmost of public safety to the citizens of Norfolk County. In support of the Sheriff's mission to serve the citizens of Norfolk County by enhancing public safety, employees are tasked with the operation of a safe, secure and humane correctional facility through the principles of direct supervision. In order to accomplish this goal, new employees become part of a highly trained, dedicated, professional, compassionate, and diverse workforce. The level of responsibility of our employees requires that we take great care in recruiting the best candidates we can find. The Norfolk Sheriff's Office is committed to identifying hard-working and dedicated individuals pursuing careers in public safety/law enforcement. Our organization seeks individuals committed to the values of honor, integrity and selfless service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the care and custody of inmates detained or sentenced to the Norfolk County Correctional Center, or related programs.
• Provide assessment & case management/stabilization to the inmate population.
• Perform mental health screenings as necessary to identify those in need of mental health treatment.
• Serve as a liaison to the consultant Psychiatrist and the forensic mental health department on inmate mental health issues.
• Provide specialized cognitive behavioral treatment to the MAT and substance use population.
• Provide individual and group treatment specific to clinical needs, specialized populations, new initiatives and programs.
• Work closely with all disciplines (program staff, security staff, medical staff, etc.) on issues of inmate care.
• Maintain confidential files and statistics on all inmate encounters, mental health referrals, and treatment services provided.
• Ensure mental health services are in compliance with ACA, NCCHC and DOC standards.
• Ensure continuity of care for the chronically mentally ill inmates from admission to discharge.
• Evaluate referred patients, follow-up as indicated, and document in medical records.
• Conduct restrictive housing unit inmate rounds and complete all appropriate/necessary paperwork.
• Evaluate all psychiatric patients housed in the Health Services Unit to include disposition.
• Conduct discharge planning for inmates receiving mental health services.
• Assist in special projects as required.
• Perform administrative tasks (including attending meetings) and paperwork duties/assignments in a timely and professional manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Mental Health Director.

Requirements

• Master's degree required.
• Related licensure (LMHC, LICSW, must be independently licensed).
• Correctional Mental Health experienced preferred.
• Must have a working knowledge of computers.
• Must have knowledge of medical records in accordance with minimum standards.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced office environment.
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver's license.

Schedule

40 hours per week with occasional evening and weekend coverage as assigned by the Director of Mental Health and/or designee. Work schedule/hours worked subject to change based on facility needs.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Union Membership
• Tuition Remission
• Massachusetts State Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Vacation/Personal/Sick Benefits
• Paid Holidays/Comp
• Stipends for Longevity & Fitness