Forensic Social Worker - Northampton, United States - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK, INC.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK, INC.

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Northampton, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Are you a Licensed Independent
Clinical Social Worker experienced working with mental illness and substance abuse?**The Forensic Social Worker's primarily role is to perform court ordered evaluations with mentally ill or substance using individuals in criminal and civil matters per MGL 12- specifically, -35, -12a, and -15e evaluations for half of the work shift (20 hours). The other half (20 hours) will provide clinical screening, psychosocial assessments, and treatment planning for specialty court referrals as needed, in conjunction with the probation officer and in accordance with Adult Drug Court Operational Procedure. Also Support the continuing development of the Specialty Court and work in collaboration with the Specialty Court team by providing clinical insights to enhance the development of improvements in the assessment and placement process.

This position is hybrid, with potential to work remote 2 or 3 days a week.

Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the Adult Court Clinic with the following:

Provides evaluations to District and Superior Court
Performs court-ordered evaluations in criminal and civil matters per MGL Chapter 123 within the guidelines established by DFMH.
Consults with judges, attorneys, probation officers, and community mental health and substance abuse treatment providers regarding mental health and substance abuse issues, and the disposition of mentally ill and substance abusing defendants and respondents.
Completes reports in a timely manner to meet the court's needs.
Provides testimony to the courts.
Communicates with jail mental health staff as needed regarding defendants' mental health and substance abuse concerns.
Coordinates with crisis services when acute care is needed.
Coordinates with community providers regarding referrals for services for forensic clients, as needed.
Strives to provide high quality communitybased care to all individuals.
Documents for services in a manner that is compliant with all applicable rules/regulations.
Arranges for placement of committed individuals.
Educate the Specialty Court team on clinical perspectives.
Assist with building linkages with and engaging communitybased service providers to help enhance the success of Specialty court participants.
Assist in level of care and treatment recommendations for participants as needed.
Help engage participants and their families, in consultation with the Specialty Court team, to maximize participant success.
Coordinate and partner with probation, and participate, when appropriate, on home visits and community contacts.
Provide testimony, if required, to the court on the status of each participant
Recommend adjustments to the treatment plan for the participant model in collaboration with the Specialty Court team

Who are we?

BHN's Adult Court Clinic program consists of a multi-disciplinary professional team. They are approachable, collaborative, cohesive, down to earth, knowledgeable, and supportive colleagues. Team members are highly motivated, independent, and demonstrate exceptional organizational and clinical skills. They are well-respected in the courts in which they serve.

What are we looking for in a Forensic Court Social Worker?

Master's Degree in Social Work required.
Independent licensure required.
Must meet eligibility for Qualified Social Worker credential: work experience with mental illness and substance abuse
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated exceptional communication, organization, verbal, and written skills.
Willingness/ability to travel for work.
Possess a valid driver's license.
Demonstrated experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, preferably over 35 years.
Experience working with individuals with cooccurring disorders and courtinvolved criminal defendants.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $84,000 per year based on number of years of experience and other factors.