Forensic Therapist - Outpatient Competency Restoration Program

Description

Forensic Programs Outpatient Competency Restoration Master Instructor Hiring Range : $29.58 - $36.97 Benefits :

• Comprehensive and generous health, dental, and vision benefits
• Up to 19 days of PTO, 2 mental health days, and 9 paid holidays your first year (pro-rated for part-time)
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Student loan payment assistance and extensive training
• An incredible team approach that is dynamic and collaborative

General Summary of Duties : The Outpatient Competency Restoration Program (OCRP) provides timely and effective competency restoration services to individuals determined by the court as not compliant to stand trial and appropriate for community treatment.

This program works closely with the Health Care Authority and DSHS Forensic Navigators.The Master Instructor provides direct clinical services to clients including working with client individually in the office and in the community on an outreach basis.

This position acts as Master Instructor for OCRP program, supervises diversion case management staff in outpatient and residential settings, and ensures program fidelity through quality assurance activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities : Supervises Subject Matter Expert (SME) clinicians in the course of the OCRP Breaking Barriers course facilitation.

Major Responsibilities / Tasks :

• Provide immediate crisis intervention and resolution as needed.
• Maintain client and staff confidentiality at all times.
• Upon request the Master Instructor will assist clients in :
• Utilizing the Breaking Barriers Competency Program to provide individualized assessment barriers to competency.
• Provide client individualized care plans to address barriers to competency.
• Monitor client’s barriers to competency.
• Provide standardized psychoeducational and psychosocial treatment.
• Develop and maintain an individualized care plan including client’s barriers to competency and assigned interventions.
• Work with clients in classroom environments weekly with goal of assisting clients on fully understanding their legal competency rights.
• Upon request of the Forensic Navigators the Master Instructor will :
• coordinate new referrals.
• direct & coordinate client intakes to ensure timely completion of intake documentation.
• Master Instructor expected to promote Trauma Informed Care principals as basic general competency.
• Master Instructor will perform the following responsibilities when called upon :
• Supervise, coordinate, and report for overall other employees, HCA and other parties as required by contract stipulations.
• Work semi-independently managing a caseload of client in a highly competent and professional manner.
• Complete daily a significant amount of non-routine tasks of moderate complexity which are guided by formal policies and procedures.
• Provide back-up or outreach accompaniment to staff members whose clients may be in crisis.
• Master Instructor will be required to have the following skills and knowledge :
• Ability to develop and implement treatment strategies tailored to individual client needs.
• Ability to assess training needs of team members and provide training and coaching when appropriate.
• Time management skills, priorities, and paperwork; excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and the ability to collaborate effectively with external partners.
• Understanding of the importance of clear; professional boundaries and maintenance of such.
• Cultural competency.
• Perform assigned duties which include but are not limited to :
• Attend all Team / staff / community / agency meetings interacting in a collaborative, professional and constructive manner.
• Attend all program and agency mandated trainings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications : EDUCATION : Master’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health.EXPERIENCE :

• Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)
• This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in the state of Washington, and have reliable, insured transportation.
• Capacity to work well with adults with complex mental health needs.
• This position may require staff to enter the jail to engage with clients. The incumbent staff must be able to obtain jail access by passing background check annually.

LICENSURE : LMHC, LICSW, or working towards licensure. Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.

Preferred Qualifications : EXPERIENCE : Experience in co-occurring disorders treatment, individual and group therapy, vocational services, or substance abuse treatment.

Performance Requirements : KNOWLEDGE :

• Maintain a working knowledge of current trends in community mental health, including health care reform and automation of job tasks using computer technology.
• Maintain a working knowledge of mental health rehabilitation standards.
• Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices

SKILLS :

• Demonstrated skills in providing time-limited services to ensure caseload "flow."Utilize therapy approaches that encourage the development, monitoring, and completion of well-formulated treatment goals
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
• Communication - Communicates clearly and concisely.
• Computer skills - The ability to operate a personal computer, fax machine, printer, and copier proficiently.

Abilities : Demonstrated ability to :

• Establish therapeutic relationships with clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Practice recovery oriented, strength based therapy.
• Meet or exceed productivity standards.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively as a team member.
• Able to assist in building positive working relationships with staff of all agency departments.

Equipment Operated : Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc. Work Environment : Frequent mobility and / or sitting required for extended periods.

Mental / Physical Requirements : While performing the job duties, the employee is required to walk, sit, use hands and fingers, reach with arms, talk, or listen.

Peripheral vision is also required for this position.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYEROur recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.