Sr. Mental Health Counselor PRN - County Correctional Healthcare

Location: County Correctional

Biweekly Hours: 16.00

Shift: 0800a-430p

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County's safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Summary:

Provides mental health evaluations and treatments for patients in an assigned area, including the Emergency Department, inpatient medical units, child or adult outpatient clinics (including satellite offices), and Cuyahoga County Corrections (jail). May provide mental health services at off-campus location(s) based on the assigned area (i.e. in schools, the jail, etc.). Performs diagnostic assessments, individual psychotherapy treatment, group therapy/counseling sessions, and crisis intervention services. Contributes to preparations for mental health and substance use care programs. Collaborates with Psychiatrists and other colleagues as needed. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Qualifications:

Required: Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or other Behavioral Health-related field of study from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, or other similar accrediting body. Currently licensed by the State of Ohio as a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). 2 years of post-Masters experience working with patients as a clinical Social Worker or Counselor. Experience managing a case load of patients. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Preferred: Currently licensed by the State of Ohio as a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervision (LISW-S) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervision (LPCC-S). Experience with Psychiatric evaluations and dispositions. Experience with therapeutic interventions and treatment planning. Experience working with Trauma patients. For Cuyahoga County Corrections: Strong preference for experience treating incarcerated populations. Physical Requirements: May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day. May need to sit or stand for extended periods. See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Finger dexterity to operate office equipment required. May need to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds on occasion. Ability to communicate in face-to-face, phone, email, and other communications. Ability to see computer monitor and departmental documents.