Cook County Health and Hospitals
MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST III - JTDC
Cook County Health and Hospitals, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Posting: Sep 10, 2024, 6:50:52 PM Closing Date: Sep 25, 2024, 4:59:00 AM Full-time Shift Start Time: 12:00 P.M. Shift End Time: 10:00 P.M. Collective Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 73 Posting Salary: $36.99 - $44.64 Hourly Organization: Health and Hospital Systems
LOCATION:
JUVENILE TEMPORARY DETENTION CENTER - 1100 S. HAMILTON AVE, CHICAGO, ILDEPARTMENT:
JTDC HEALTH SERVICESJOB TITLE:
Mental Health Specialist III*Salary commensurate with years of Mental Health Specialist experience*
JOB SUMMARY UNION - SEIU 73Job SummaryUnder the direction of the Chief Psychologist, JTDC and Psychologist, JTDC, provides diagnostic and treatment services for mentally ill youth and adolescent residents at the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC). Provides administrative and clinical direction and supervision to subordinate staff and trainees relative to the delivery of mental health services for mentally ill residents at JTDC. Plays a leadership role on the mental health treatment teams and provides direct patient care services for mentally ill residents.
Typical Duties* Conducts diagnostic interviews, comprehensive mental health assessments and suicide risk assessments for residents in the JTDC.* Responds to critical patient care situations and works collaboratively with other members of the treatment team to meet the treatment and safety needs of residents with mental illness and all staff working with these residents.* Processes and responds to Health Service Requests per the departmental policies.* Provides direct patient care, including individual and group therapy and other forms of programming, as assigned by the Psychologist, JTDC and/or Chief Psychologist, JTDC.* Produces treatment plans for mental health intervention, exclusive of psychiatry, for residents determined to be in need in mental health services.* Conducts rounds as assigned on residents housed in Special Management Units (SMUs).* Provides other members of the treatment team with communication regarding patient care.* Participates in regularly scheduled meetings, including clinical supervision with the Psychologist, JTDC and/or Chief Psychologist, JTDC, Multidisciplinary Team Meetings (MDT), training sessions, Town Hall meetings and other meetings as assigned.* Documents all patient care activities and completes administrative documentation in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.* Develops and/or delivers group materials based on CBT principles and other evidence-based practices as assigned and approved by the Psychologist, JTDC and/or Chief Psychologist, JTDC.* Participates in collaborative learning projects, including group supervision, aimed at improving clinical skills and treatment outcomes.* Provides suggestions regarding departmental goals, objectives, policies and procedures to the Psychologist, JTDC or other member of the departmental management team.* Adheres to all JTDC general orders related to civilians, departmental policies and procedures, and Cook County Health & Hospitals System (CCHHS) mandates, policies and regulations.* Performs other related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications* Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling, Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology from an accredited university/college
(Must provide Official Transcripts at time of Interview)* Expertise in conducting mental health diagnostic and ongoing assessments using a Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) on youth and/or adolescent populations, required .* Licensure in the State of Illinois as an independently licensed mental health professional (e.g., Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
(Must provide proof at time of Interview)Preferred Qualifications* Four (4) years of direct clinical services work experience in mental health* Work or training in a correctional environment* Bilingual
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics* Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of mental health services and generally accepted standards of mental health care.* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a wide variety of health professionals, individuals with mental illness and the general public; formulate and direct effective, scientifically sound mental health interventions; and to organize self and to carry out responsibilities with minimal direction.* Skill in performing DMS-based diagnostic, biopsychosocial and mental status evaluations; conducting suicide risk assessments; developing individual treatment plans; documenting clinical activities; working as part of a treatment team delivering mental health services; and delivering cognitive-behavioral and other evidence-based clinical interventions.Physical and Environmental DemandsThis position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.VETERAN PREFERENCEPLEASE READWhen applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
ORA copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
BENEFITS PACKAGE * Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage* Basic Term Life Insurance* Pension Plan* Deferred Compensation Program* Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time* You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:
http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
LOCATION:
JUVENILE TEMPORARY DETENTION CENTER - 1100 S. HAMILTON AVE, CHICAGO, ILDEPARTMENT:
JTDC HEALTH SERVICESJOB TITLE:
Mental Health Specialist III*Salary commensurate with years of Mental Health Specialist experience*
JOB SUMMARY UNION - SEIU 73Job SummaryUnder the direction of the Chief Psychologist, JTDC and Psychologist, JTDC, provides diagnostic and treatment services for mentally ill youth and adolescent residents at the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC). Provides administrative and clinical direction and supervision to subordinate staff and trainees relative to the delivery of mental health services for mentally ill residents at JTDC. Plays a leadership role on the mental health treatment teams and provides direct patient care services for mentally ill residents.
Typical Duties* Conducts diagnostic interviews, comprehensive mental health assessments and suicide risk assessments for residents in the JTDC.* Responds to critical patient care situations and works collaboratively with other members of the treatment team to meet the treatment and safety needs of residents with mental illness and all staff working with these residents.* Processes and responds to Health Service Requests per the departmental policies.* Provides direct patient care, including individual and group therapy and other forms of programming, as assigned by the Psychologist, JTDC and/or Chief Psychologist, JTDC.* Produces treatment plans for mental health intervention, exclusive of psychiatry, for residents determined to be in need in mental health services.* Conducts rounds as assigned on residents housed in Special Management Units (SMUs).* Provides other members of the treatment team with communication regarding patient care.* Participates in regularly scheduled meetings, including clinical supervision with the Psychologist, JTDC and/or Chief Psychologist, JTDC, Multidisciplinary Team Meetings (MDT), training sessions, Town Hall meetings and other meetings as assigned.* Documents all patient care activities and completes administrative documentation in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.* Develops and/or delivers group materials based on CBT principles and other evidence-based practices as assigned and approved by the Psychologist, JTDC and/or Chief Psychologist, JTDC.* Participates in collaborative learning projects, including group supervision, aimed at improving clinical skills and treatment outcomes.* Provides suggestions regarding departmental goals, objectives, policies and procedures to the Psychologist, JTDC or other member of the departmental management team.* Adheres to all JTDC general orders related to civilians, departmental policies and procedures, and Cook County Health & Hospitals System (CCHHS) mandates, policies and regulations.* Performs other related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications* Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling, Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology from an accredited university/college
(Must provide Official Transcripts at time of Interview)* Expertise in conducting mental health diagnostic and ongoing assessments using a Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) on youth and/or adolescent populations, required .* Licensure in the State of Illinois as an independently licensed mental health professional (e.g., Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
(Must provide proof at time of Interview)Preferred Qualifications* Four (4) years of direct clinical services work experience in mental health* Work or training in a correctional environment* Bilingual
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics* Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of mental health services and generally accepted standards of mental health care.* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a wide variety of health professionals, individuals with mental illness and the general public; formulate and direct effective, scientifically sound mental health interventions; and to organize self and to carry out responsibilities with minimal direction.* Skill in performing DMS-based diagnostic, biopsychosocial and mental status evaluations; conducting suicide risk assessments; developing individual treatment plans; documenting clinical activities; working as part of a treatment team delivering mental health services; and delivering cognitive-behavioral and other evidence-based clinical interventions.Physical and Environmental DemandsThis position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.VETERAN PREFERENCEPLEASE READWhen applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
ORA copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
BENEFITS PACKAGE * Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage* Basic Term Life Insurance* Pension Plan* Deferred Compensation Program* Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time* You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:
http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.