What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Intern position at Laramie County Government?
Under direct supervision, is responsible for developing the knowledge and skills associated with entry level positions in the human services field.
(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
High school diploma or equivalent; AND be enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s program in psychology, counseling, criminal justice, social work or closely related field. Must pass a thorough background investigation.
(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
- Provide entry level case management services to inmates within the scope of authority.
- Maintain strict confidentiality in all inmate matters.
- Research and update resource list to provide to inmates being discharged from the facility.
- Assist mental health counselors with data entry and documentation.
- Assists inmates in completing necessary paperwork.
- Explains nature of Sheriff’s Department programs, procedures, and services to inmates.
- Adheres to the standards of the Privacy Act of 1974, {U.S.C. § 552A} as amended; maintains and enforces all aspects of confidentiality of inmates’ information.
- Participate in trainings offered by mental health and deputies as assigned.
- Perform various office duties.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required
- Knowledge of County policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of the principles of file systems, case files, and records management
- Knowledge of local community resources and various community services programs.
- Skill in staying calm while working with people in crisis.
- Skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with public officials, outside agencies, County staff and the general public while dealing with sensitive information.
- Skill in operating a personal computer and utilizing a variety of software applications.
High school diploma or equivalent; AND be enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s program in psychology, counseling, criminal justice, social work or closely related field. Must pass a thorough background investigation.
