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USAJOBS · 2 months ago

Behavioral Health Provider (O-5 Billet) Supervisory

Houston, Texas, USA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

The USAJOBS company is part of the Department of Homeland Security, specifically the ICE Health Service Corps. The Supervisory Behavioral Health Provider oversees clinical performance, program evaluations, and behavioral health services at ICE detention facilities.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provides biopsychosocial/psychological assessment and evaluation of detainees

Provides appropriate referral to outside treatment facilities for those cases of extremely severe mental disorders and/or conditions

Provides referral, identification, and evaluation for those identified as having a serious mental illness using Mental Health Review form (IHSC-883). Works in conjunction with ICE/OPLA to manage serious mental illness (SMI) caseload

Provides on-site counseling, psychotherapy, behavioral analysis, substance abuse education, and therapy as required

Possesses a high level of skill in assessing, recognizing, and treating problems of adjustment and maladaptive behavior or other conditions to establish appropriate plan of care

Determines the need for and provide direct mental health services to detainees with identified mental health and substance abuse problems utilizing psycho educational and treatment modalities as appropriate in the treatment of mental disorders

Utilizes the interdisciplinary approach in the treatment planning process for detainees identified with mental health problems

Provides consultation to medical, ICE, contract staff regarding issues that include, but are not limited to risk assessment for violence, housing recommendations for handling difficult demanding, and mentally ill detainees

Serves as the lead SME for mental health and substance abuse consultation within the facility

Provides education and training to ICE and medical staff in the area of mental health to include, but not limited to, suicide prevention, hunger strike, abuse, neglect and trauma, and integrative case management

Establishes and maintains liaison with other health services professionals and mental health organizations

Assists in preparation towards accreditation/compliance with the local facility health program manager (FHPM) and in completion of clinical performance improvement activities/risk identification and management directly related to mental health

Coordinates alongside HQ behavioral health unit for continuity of care for placement in, or treatment of, detainees in appropriate settings as required by the conditions of release outlined by ICE, to include case management which may involve community treatment, hospital placement, or other after care situations

Responsible for all case management which may involve community treatment placement, hospital placement, or other after care situations

Utilizes EMR system for completing treatment authorization request, case entry and exit reports

Administer and track quarterly behavioral health provider peer reviews to include completion and dissemination of peer review reports to IHSC behavioral health unit administration for program and credentialing reviews

Provide tele-behavioral health services to other ICE facilities as needed

Performs other collateral duties as assigned

Serves as a field expert on BHU policy administration, implementation and review for accreditation compliance

Lead contact for spearheading implementation of mental health initiatives

Provides administrative supervision to PHS officers and federal (GS) staff, and clinical oversight and competency training for all staff

Develops facility-specific training to address gaps in clinical competencies for behavioral health staff, in consultation with Regional Behavioral Health Consultants

Works in conjunction with HSA and RBHC in responding to CRCL findings. Provides input regarding the mental health process review

Facilitate an interdisciplinary approach at assigned facility from a behavioral health treatment standpoint

Attend bi-monthly Regional BHU program administration meetings

Serves as the suicide prevention program coordinator to include: policy administration, intervention and prevention program development, milieu and patient risk-analysis and data collection for program evaluation

Identify challenges that impede provider productivity and offer solutions to RBHC

Travel to HQ for training and education, as required

Complete special behavioral health-related assignments as requested by IHSC Behavioral Health Unit

Qualification

PhD in Clinical PsychologyLicensed Clinical PsychologistMaster's in Social WorkLicensed Clinical Social Worker5 years clinical experience2 years supervisory experienceMicrosoft Office proficiencyElectronic health record systemLeadership SkillsActive Listening SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem Solving Skills

Required

Successful completion of a PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology from an accredited graduate program

Psychologists must hold a full, current and unrestricted licensed by a State or Territory at the Doctoral level for psychologists

The Clinical Psychologist license must be maintained in a permanent, full, independent, and unrestricted status during the term of employment

This position requires clinical privileging by IHSC

Successful completion of a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a graduate program in social work accredited by Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

Licensed Clinical Social Workers must hold a current, active, valid, and unrestricted clinical license to practice clinical social work independently offered by a U.S. State, the District of Columbia, Commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction

The clinical social worker license must be maintained in a permanent, full, independent, and unrestricted status during the term of employment

The clinical social worker license must be the highest clinical license of clinical social work designated by the licensing board where it was received

Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience

Minimum of 2 years administrative experience in a supervisory capacity

Knowledge of the case management process commensurate with training and education at the MSW level

Knowledge of specific functions of Psychology to include, but not limited to: Observation, Description, Testing, Evaluation, Interpretation, Diagnosis and Treatment

Knowledge of the indications and contraindications, complications and techniques in the various psychiatric treatment and diagnostic modalities

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and electronic health record system clinical documentation

Flexible and able to adapt to sudden changes in schedules and work requirements

Superior oral/written communication skills

Leadership Skills

The flexibility to work independently, as well as in a team-centered environment

Active Listening Skills

Reading Comprehension

Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills

Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills

Demonstrates strong problem solving, judgment and decision-making skills

Integrity/Honesty

Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 5 minutes and maintain balance

Required to jog/fast walk up to ¼ mile

Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling

Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging detainees or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling or carrying someone who weighs significantly more oneself)

Must be able to see, hear and smell with aids if necessary

Must easily alternate between kneeling and standing

Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds

Must perform the duties of my job in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations