Agency
Safety
Division
70000075 Dept of Public Safety
Job Classification Title
Licensed Mental Health Professional (NS)
Position Number
60001200
Grade
NC14
About Us
The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.
Description of Work
We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved
youth. We are Working Together to Strengthen North Carolina’s Youth and
Families!
The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening,
educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public
safety. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North
Carolina's youth, we welcome you to be part of the team.
The State of North Carolina provides work/life balance, a team-oriented culture,
opportunities for advancement, and interesting work. If you are looking to serve
others, this is the place for you.
Job Duties:
The primary purpose of these positions is to provide mental health services for
juveniles assigned to a Youth Development Center and/or Juvenile Detention
Center. These services include, but are not limited to, mental status
examinations, diagnostic evaluations and behavioral assessments, behavioral
programming, individual and group psychotherapy, crisis intervention and direct
counseling services at an advanced level. Will provide training as needed.
The positions will be responsible for the following:
New Admission Screening and Evaluation- Perform an evidence-based mental
health screening for assigned new admissions. Document completion of the
screening in NC-JOIN. Complete a clinical interview and mental status exam.
Complete a mental health evaluation report. Document results in the Mental
Health Practice Management System.
Mental Health Treatment- Complete a mental health treatment plan for each
assigned new admission. Provide psychotherapeutic treatment as indicated.
Document the plan within 30 days of admission and treatment progress of each
intervention session in the Mental Health Practice Management System. Crisis
assessment and intervention.
Criminogenic Needs Identification and Targeting- Identify prominent dynamic
factors that affect the youth’s risk for recidivism within 30 days of admission.
Provide individual and group treatment targeting criminogenic needs to assigned youth. Assess for measurable improvement upon review of criminogenic needs.
Training/Continuing Education- Provide training to staff as needed.
Attend continuing education seminars/workshops commensurate with scope and requirements of professional practice. Complete required trainings in the DPS Learning Management System.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
This position is located at Lenoir Youth Development Center in Kinston (Lenoir County), NC.
Salary Range: $52,592 - $92,306
Work Schedule :
This is a full-time position. Work hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.
We Offer Great Benefits !
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits , including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator .
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.
The Minimum Education and Experience…