Montgomery County MD
Therapist I/II, Grade 23/24
Montgomery County MD, Maryland Line, Maryland, us, 21105
Location :
22880 Whelan Ln Boyds MD 20841 USA
Job Type:
Permanent
Job Number:
2024 - 00051
Department:
Correction and Rehabilitation
Division:
COR 42 DS Health Services
Opening Date:
08/06/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
About the Position
WHO WE ARE
The Montgomery County Department of Correction and Rehabilitation is a civilian agency managed by professionals in the correctional field. To protect the public and citizens of Montgomery County by providing a wide range of constructive, professional correctional services for pretrial and convicted detainees. The Montgomery County Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (DOCR) is committed to providing equal and timely access to mental health treatment for all inmates in the Department. Services are provided by qualified DOCR mental health staff who have stood the rigorous expectations of accrediting bodies such as the American Correctional Association (ACA). In fact, the Montgomery County Correctional Facility (MCCF) earned the "Facility of the Year Award" recognition for its excellent health care and innovative programs as well as for achieving 100% compliance with health care standards in 2007.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Montgomery County Department of Correction and Rehabilitation is seeking a licensed Therapist to work for the department's Medical and Behavioral Health Services Division with the incarcerated individual population.
Anticipated salary: $74,390 - $100,630What You'll Be Doing
The Mental Health Services section at MCCF is recognized for its excellent care and innovative programs that are offered to approximately 25% of the jail's population who suffers from serious and debilitating mental conditions.
Providing direct psychotherapyClinical Case ManagementCrisis InterventionGroup TherapyAssessment and Diagnostic Evaluation andTreatment for the inmates at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility in Boyds, MD.
This is a full-time position with a work schedule of Monday -Friday 10:30AM to 7:00PM.
Generally, this position is covered by Employees' Retirement System, Group JK. If the successful candidate is an internal employee, retirement plan coverage will be determined at the time the job offer is made.
The individual selected for this position will be considered an "Essential Employee." Essential employees must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave.
Prior to appointment, all applicants must successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation, medical exam, and drug/alcohol screen. Prior to a promotional appointment within DOCR, the selected individual must answer the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) questions and submit to a criminal history to comply with the Prevention Planning on Hiring and Promotion Decisions (115.17, 115.117, 115.217, 115.317). This is a requirement to meet Federal law and audit standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Therapist I:
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in clinical or counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, nursing, or a related behavioral science field.Experience:
NoneEquivalency:
NoneLICENSE REQUIREMENT:
One of the following licenses, issued by the State of Maryland, must be held prior to appointment, and maintained by, the employee:
Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW);Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC);Licensed Graduate Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LGADC); orLicensed Graduate Marriage and Family Therapist (LGMFT)Note: There will be no substitutions for this requirement.
Possession and maintenance at all times of a: Valid Class C (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties.
Therapist II:
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in clinical or counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, nursing, or a related behavioral science field.Experience:
Two (2) years of professional experience rendering therapeutic counseling, social work, nursing or psychology services, as pertinent to one's professional licensing.
Equivalency:
None.LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
One of the following licenses, issued by the State of Maryland, must be held prior to appointment of, and maintained by, the employee:
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC);Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapy (LCMFT);Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC);Licensed Certified Social Worker/Clinical (LCSW-C);Licensed Registered Nurse in the United States, certified as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maryland; orLicensed PsychologistNote: There will be no substitutions for this requirement.Possession and maintenance of: A valid Class C (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties.Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
There are no preferred criteria. All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be placed on the Eligible List and may be considered for interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Experience providing crisis intervention.Experience conducting suicide assessments.Experience providing clinical therapeutic services.Experience treating clients with mental health and substance abuse disorders.Experience working with individuals with behavioral health needs.Bilingual candidates in English/Spanish are encouraged to apply.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position/IRC.
Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at OHR@montgomerycountymd.gov. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.
MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.
All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.
This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Ethics Law : Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.
MCG's Total Rewards
To promote your overall well-being and help secure your future, MCG offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Benefits include a wide variety of health and wellness plans, life insurance, flexible schedules, and time off for work-life balance. For most health insurance plans, MCG contributes 75% to 80% towards the premium. MCG's retirement plan contributions vary based on the plan's provisions. Below is a link to an overview of the benefits generally available to regular full-time and part-time MCG employees, including MCG's award-winning wellness program, LiveWell. For eligibility and plan details, please visit:
01
MQ Question THERAPIST I (002755)
Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in clinical or counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, nursing, or a related behavioral science field?
YesNo
02
MQ Question THERAPIST I (002755)
Do you currently hold one of the following licenses, issued by the State of Maryland, or will you, prior to DATE?Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapy (LCMFT)Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC)Licensed Certified Social Worker/Clinical (LCSW-C)Licensed Registered Nurse in the United States, certified as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the State of MarylandLicensed PsychologistYesNo
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22880 Whelan Ln Boyds MD 20841 USA
Job Type:
Permanent
Job Number:
2024 - 00051
Department:
Correction and Rehabilitation
Division:
COR 42 DS Health Services
Opening Date:
08/06/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
About the Position
WHO WE ARE
The Montgomery County Department of Correction and Rehabilitation is a civilian agency managed by professionals in the correctional field. To protect the public and citizens of Montgomery County by providing a wide range of constructive, professional correctional services for pretrial and convicted detainees. The Montgomery County Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (DOCR) is committed to providing equal and timely access to mental health treatment for all inmates in the Department. Services are provided by qualified DOCR mental health staff who have stood the rigorous expectations of accrediting bodies such as the American Correctional Association (ACA). In fact, the Montgomery County Correctional Facility (MCCF) earned the "Facility of the Year Award" recognition for its excellent health care and innovative programs as well as for achieving 100% compliance with health care standards in 2007.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Montgomery County Department of Correction and Rehabilitation is seeking a licensed Therapist to work for the department's Medical and Behavioral Health Services Division with the incarcerated individual population.
Anticipated salary: $74,390 - $100,630What You'll Be Doing
The Mental Health Services section at MCCF is recognized for its excellent care and innovative programs that are offered to approximately 25% of the jail's population who suffers from serious and debilitating mental conditions.
Providing direct psychotherapyClinical Case ManagementCrisis InterventionGroup TherapyAssessment and Diagnostic Evaluation andTreatment for the inmates at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility in Boyds, MD.
This is a full-time position with a work schedule of Monday -Friday 10:30AM to 7:00PM.
Generally, this position is covered by Employees' Retirement System, Group JK. If the successful candidate is an internal employee, retirement plan coverage will be determined at the time the job offer is made.
The individual selected for this position will be considered an "Essential Employee." Essential employees must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave.
Prior to appointment, all applicants must successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation, medical exam, and drug/alcohol screen. Prior to a promotional appointment within DOCR, the selected individual must answer the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) questions and submit to a criminal history to comply with the Prevention Planning on Hiring and Promotion Decisions (115.17, 115.117, 115.217, 115.317). This is a requirement to meet Federal law and audit standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Therapist I:
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in clinical or counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, nursing, or a related behavioral science field.Experience:
NoneEquivalency:
NoneLICENSE REQUIREMENT:
One of the following licenses, issued by the State of Maryland, must be held prior to appointment, and maintained by, the employee:
Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW);Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC);Licensed Graduate Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LGADC); orLicensed Graduate Marriage and Family Therapist (LGMFT)Note: There will be no substitutions for this requirement.
Possession and maintenance at all times of a: Valid Class C (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties.
Therapist II:
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in clinical or counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, nursing, or a related behavioral science field.Experience:
Two (2) years of professional experience rendering therapeutic counseling, social work, nursing or psychology services, as pertinent to one's professional licensing.
Equivalency:
None.LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
One of the following licenses, issued by the State of Maryland, must be held prior to appointment of, and maintained by, the employee:
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC);Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapy (LCMFT);Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC);Licensed Certified Social Worker/Clinical (LCSW-C);Licensed Registered Nurse in the United States, certified as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maryland; orLicensed PsychologistNote: There will be no substitutions for this requirement.Possession and maintenance of: A valid Class C (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties.Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
There are no preferred criteria. All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be placed on the Eligible List and may be considered for interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Experience providing crisis intervention.Experience conducting suicide assessments.Experience providing clinical therapeutic services.Experience treating clients with mental health and substance abuse disorders.Experience working with individuals with behavioral health needs.Bilingual candidates in English/Spanish are encouraged to apply.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position/IRC.
Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at OHR@montgomerycountymd.gov. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.
MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.
All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.
This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Ethics Law : Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.
MCG's Total Rewards
To promote your overall well-being and help secure your future, MCG offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Benefits include a wide variety of health and wellness plans, life insurance, flexible schedules, and time off for work-life balance. For most health insurance plans, MCG contributes 75% to 80% towards the premium. MCG's retirement plan contributions vary based on the plan's provisions. Below is a link to an overview of the benefits generally available to regular full-time and part-time MCG employees, including MCG's award-winning wellness program, LiveWell. For eligibility and plan details, please visit:
01
MQ Question THERAPIST I (002755)
Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in clinical or counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, nursing, or a related behavioral science field?
YesNo
02
MQ Question THERAPIST I (002755)
Do you currently hold one of the following licenses, issued by the State of Maryland, or will you, prior to DATE?Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapy (LCMFT)Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC)Licensed Certified Social Worker/Clinical (LCSW-C)Licensed Registered Nurse in the United States, certified as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the State of MarylandLicensed PsychologistYesNo
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