(Archived) Social Worker

Job Description

Social Worker Requisition 16-29156
Location VA, Portsmouth
Facility Hampton Roads Regional Jail
Type PRN
Shift PRN

More information about this job Overview

Our Social Worker provides clinical services under the direction of the Mental Health Coordinator/Clinical Supervisor to inmates in the Facility/Dialysis Unit. Provides mental health consultation to Facility/Unit personnel and maintain effective communication. Maintains accountability for services provided though appropriate documentation and participation in Quality Improvement program.

Qualifications

Education:

• Master's level degree in Social Work or closely related behavioral science field from an accredited college or university

Experience:

• Coursework and professional experience that indicates knowledge of mental health counseling, group and individual psychotherapy, assessment and treatment of major mental disorders, crisis intervention, and mental health consultation

Licenses/Certifications:

• Currently licensed as a Master's Social Worker or Specialist Clinical Social Worker with the appropriate State Regulatory Board
• Current CPR Certification

Responsibilities Responsible to provide direct clinical and consultation services in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Facility/Unit, and in accordance with the ethics and standards of the National Association of Social Work Responsible to report to the Mental Health Coordinator at that institution Responsible to interrelate and work effectively with other Facility/Unit staff, inmates, and outside support agencies as delegated by Mental Health Coordinator Responsible to maintain confidentiality of inmate information in accordance with State law, the Facility/Unit policy, and the standards of the National Association of Social Workers, the National Commission on Correctional Health Care and the American Correctional Association Completion of specific duties and responsibilities as designated by the Mental Health Coordinator. Designation of duties will be determined by current needs of the inmate population and the mental health professional's privilege status, taking into consideration staff members' interests whenever possible The above responsibilities are a highlight of responsibilities and not a full list. Other responsibilities may be performed as assigned

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