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Behavioral Health Specialist
Cook County Sheriff's Office - Chicago, IL
posted 3 months ago
About the position
The Behavioral Health Specialist at the Cook County Sheriff's Office plays a crucial role in providing mental health support and counseling to individuals in custody. This position involves working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to assess the needs of individuals, develop treatment plans, and facilitate their transition back into the community post-release. The specialist will conduct individual and group counseling, manage cases, and coordinate care with community resources, all while adhering to the department's mission and philosophy.
Responsibilities
- Assess individuals in custody for clinical, socio-emotional, and reentry service needs.
- Provide focused intervention and consultation to enhance staff skills in managing individuals in custody.
- Develop relapse prevention plans and assist individuals in maintaining stability.
- Establish supportive therapeutic relationships and lead structured therapeutic programs.
- Guide individuals in developing skills for problem-solving and conflict resolution.
- Gather information about participants' needs and collaborate with service organizations.
- Complete and maintain treatment-related paperwork in compliance with regulations.
- Refer individuals to community resources and facilitate coordinated releases.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans based on individual progress.
- Stay informed on new developments in counseling through professional literature and workshops.
Requirements
- Possession of a bachelor's or higher degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
- Two or more years of full-time professional work experience in the mental health field.
- One or more years of experience conducting mental health assessments on adult populations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to work directly with individuals in custody and within the Cook County Department of Corrections.
Nice-to-haves
- Possession of a master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
- Active state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC).
- Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC).
- Three or more years of experience in a community mental health or hospital setting.
- Bilingual language skills.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision care.
- Thirteen paid holidays per year.
- Sick leave accrued at the rate of one day per month, up to 175 days.
- Vacation leave accrued at 15 days per year, increasing with tenure.
- Basic term life insurance at no cost, with options for supplemental coverage.
- Participation in the Cook County Pension Fund with eligibility for an annual annuity after ten years.
