Clinician - SCF

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

• THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.
  
  

The Division of Early Learning and Development is seeking aClinicianto join the Developmental Disabilities Crisis Prevention and Court Services Team in the East hub. This position can be located in thePocatelloorIdaho Fallsoffices with options for a hybrid telework schedule upon completion of entrance probation. This position will provide assessment, multifaceted rehabilitative services to clients and families, and staff consultation. We are seeking applicants who have experience providing crisis services in correctional, hospital, institutional, and community-based settings of both voluntary and involuntary clients. Some travel will be required throughout eastern Idaho and annually to Boise with possibly some overnight.

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test.In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

This position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time.

Benefits

BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION

We have one of theNation's best state retirement systems(PERSI)that offers alifetime benefit.

Other Excellent Benefits

• 11paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leaveaccrual beginning as soon as you start
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates!(full-time/30 hours per week)
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
  
  

Example Of Duties

• Applies clinical skills to assess client and family needs and formulates assessment and therapeutic recommendations to ameliorate risk factors
• Designs, implements, and directs clinical therapies and rehabilitation programs
• Provides clinical case management services
• Evaluates treatment effectiveness and client/family outcomes
• Provides emergency, crisis intervention
• Presents assessment results to multidisciplinary team and participates in treatment planning
• Provides forensic services including but not limited to court ordered evaluations
• Coordinates program with other service providers and community organizations
• Provides client, family, and community education services
• Serves as a designated examiner and dispositioner
• May design/implement training
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

You must possess all the minimum/specialty qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position.It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

Specialty Minimum Qualifications

• This position requires licensure in one of the following: Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC).For licensure information please contact the Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses at http://ibol.idaho.gov/ or 208-334-3233
  
  

Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants.

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Typically gained by at least one year of related professional experience.
• Some knowledge of court procedures and practices. Typically gained by completion of related college course work or at least one year of professional experience that required working with court systems.
• Good knowledge of mental health and developmental disability social services/support services. Typically gained by at least one year of related professional experience that required knowledge of available resources and services.
  
  

Learn About a Career with DHW

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EMAIL:dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov

PHONE:(208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.