Summary
The Behavioral Health Clinical Consultant assesses detainee mental health, provides clinical consultation, manages cases, and develops training. Requires a Master's in Social Work or Doctorate in Psychology and relevant licensure. Must be skilled in various therapeutic modalities and able to work in a multidisciplinary, correctional setting. This position is only open to USPHS officers and Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates.
Duties
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Works in conjunction with ICE/OPLA legal counsel providing written evaluation reports on the mental health status of individuals placed on SMI (Seriously Mental Illness List). Provides weekly reports/updates on individuals on SMI list to the BHU. Provides counseling, psychotherapy, behavioral modification, substance abuse education and treatment, as required and warranted during field visits. Provides clinical consultation to field staff regarding acute mental health treatment to individuals that present with signs/symptoms of suicidal, dangerous, or psychotic behaviors. Possesses a high level of skill in assessing, recognizing, and treating behavioral or other mental health conditions that interfere with successful treatment. Serves as a mental health consultant to other health professionals and ERO. Provides education and training to medical, ICE, and contract staff on mental health topics. Responsible for case management which may involve community treatment placement, hospital placement, or other after care situations. Coordinates and monitors program functions including Post Order Custody Reviews (POCR), The Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 (PREA), segregation and Availability of Health Care Programs. Obtains information to assist the Branch Chief and Division Director in responding to external inquiries regarding ICE Behavioral Health Unit related issues. Develops trainings/education materials for the Branch Chief and/or Division Director, as required. Assist in coordination alongside the BHU for continuity of care for placement in, or treatment of, detainees in appropriate settings as required by the conditions of release outlined by ICE. Utilizes Electronic Medical Record system for completing treatment authorization request, case entry and exit reports. Assists the ERO case manager in the development of detail-oriented research into the availability of healthcare in countries worldwide. Assists the local performance improvement coordinator in the completion of clinical performance improvement activities/risk identification and management directly related to mental health. Follows the supervisory chain of command. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Education
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Master's Degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Minimum of two years' experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, at the independent level as recognized in the state licensed, whereby clinical supervision is not required. Knowledge of the indications and contraindications, complications and techniques in the various psychiatric treatment and diagnostic modalities. PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology from a graduate program in Psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association. At least, two (2) years of supervised experience in Clinical, Counseling, or Health Psychology. Meet requirements for inclusion in the National Registry of Psychologist Providers if graduated after 1 January 1982. Knowledge of specific functions of Psychology to include but not limited to: Observation, Description, Testing, Evaluation, Interpretation, Diagnosis and Treatment. REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: A current, permanent, full and unrestricted license to practice clinical social work independently in the state where the duty station is located. Licensed by a State or Territory at the Doctoral level for the independent practice of Psychology. This position requires privileging by IHSC. Maintains BLS for Healthcare Providers® certification through the American Heart Association®. Experience implementing and managing a new mental health treatment program and/or a Modified Therapeutic Community treatment model.(Preferred, not required) Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting (preferred, not required). REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Must be familiar with or willing to obtain knowledge of Performance-Based National Detention Standards, National Commission on Correctional Healthcare and American Correctional Association Standards. Knowledge of the case management process commensurate with training and education at the master's level. Knowledge of and experience in the indications and contraindications, complications and techniques in the various social work treatment and diagnostic modalities. Ability to properly use equipment, materials and supplies in simple diagnostic and treatment procedures. Verbal and written proficiency in English and Spanish. Ability to implement and manage a new, multi-disciplinary mental health treatment unit. Possess a strong understanding of the Modified Therapeutic Community treatment model. Knowledge of a diverse set of group and individual therapeutic modalities (examples include, but are not limited to: art, music, drama, creative-writing, life skills, etc.). Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual environment. Ability to utilize telephonic interpreter/translation services to complete assigned duties if not fluent in a language the patient understands. Ability to adapt to sudden changes in schedules and flexibility in work requirements. Ability to communicate proficiently in English and Spanish (verbal and written) in order to develop positive rapport with patients, co-workers and other stakeholders. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment. Ability to navigate in an electronic work environment including electronic health records, web-based training and communications. Knowledge of, and moderate proficiency in, common Microsoft Office programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint. Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
How you will be evaluated
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. You may be selected for an interview at the hiring authority's discretion. You will be notified of selection or non-selection.