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Job description
Introduction
Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference in your community? Are you looking to take the next step in your career? Find out more information on this great opportunity below!
The Southern Mental Health Authority (SMHA), under the umbrella of the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a qualified individual to join our team as a PSRB/Competency Monitor (PCN ). This important position is being created in each Lead Mental Health Agency by the Department of Forensic Services to support individuals across the state.
Position Highlights
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Work Shift: First shift, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: 401 West Thames Street, Building 301, Norwich, CT
What we can offer you
Professional growth and development opportunities.
A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
What you'll be doing
Coordinate comprehensive transition and discharge plans for individuals under PSRB supervision
Collaborate with inpatient treatment teams, outpatient providers, residential programs, and community partners
Ensure continuity of care and effective risk management during transitions
Support individual recovery and help facilitate safe movement to community living
Promote long-term stability and connection to ongoing behavioral health services
More about the agency and facilities
The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.
The Southern Mental Health Authority (SMHA) is a community mental health agency operated by the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS). Its primary goal is to provide high quality behavioral health services to those in our community with mental health and substance use disorders who are 18 years or older and reside in New London County and its surrounding towns. Services, which include case management, outpatient behavioral health, crisis intervention, respite care, and forensic services, are recovery oriented and offered in a trauma informed and culturally sensitive manner. We support individuals to identify and achieve their own goals in recovery, fostering independence, dignity, and ability.
Please note
A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.
This employer may participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization.
Minimum qualifications - general experience
A Master’s degree in a mental health or related health care discipline and three (3) years of experience providing assessment, treatment planning, and direct treatment services to persons with severe and prolonged psychiatric disabilities.
Preferred qualifications
Possess licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Experience working with a multi-disciplinary team
Experience providing forensic clinical assessment and treatment
Experience with public speaking and/or testifying
Experience writing professional communication for internal/external stakeholders
Special requirements
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, certifications or permits during employment in this class.
Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in designated positions.
Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communications in designated positions.
Incumbents in this class may be required to be a certified substance abuse counselor.
Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
Conclusions
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Acknowledgement
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.
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Worksite address
norwich, CT, 06360, US
Who can apply
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