EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSING:  

Education

· Master’s degree in a behavioral/social science field from an accredited college or university.

Experience

· Prior clinical experience working with sexual offenders and an understanding of the dynamics of sexual deviance strongly preferred.  Familiarity with relevant research literature, clinical assessments, procedures and methods, particularly those designed for sexual offenders.  Ability to assess treatment goals and write goal-directed, individualized treatment plans. Ability to monitor and document individual behavior patterns and modify treatment plans to meet changing treatment goals.  Ability to instruct others in the implementation of therapeutic and behavioral interventions and procedures.  Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.  Ability to form and maintain good working relationships with a diverse staff and a commitment to enhancing cultural competency.  Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Licenses/Certifications

·LMSW, LPC, or similar licensure in the state from the appropriate state licensing board; Must maintain CPR certification and any other certifications (such as First Aid) required.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Comply with all laws, policies and procedures, rules and regulations formulated by the State of Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH), and any applicable professional governing bodies.

· Deliver treatment to individuals and groups as assigned, in accordance with established performance standards. Document service delivery and resident progress on a weekly basis, completed in accordance with established standards and timeframes.

· Serve as Clinical Therapist to assigned residents, with frequency and amount of direct contact with residents consistent with established performance standards. Clinical therapy duties include: (a) reviewing and integrating assessment information to write and monitor individualized treatment plans; (b) coordinating referral of residents to appropriate treatment groups and activities; (c) referring clients to psychiatric services and encourage residents to seek medical services or other specialized care as needed; (d) meeting weekly with assigned residents to monitor and review ongoing treatment or other case management needs; (e) reviewing and revising, as needed, resident individualized treatment plans using established format on a quarterly basis; (f) evaluating clinical appropriateness of property and visitation requests; (g) documenting all individual resident contacts using established formats within established time frames; and (h) other duties related to primary care of assigned residents as directed.

· Provides sex offender treatment groups weekly with a co-facilitator.  Individually facilitates psycho-educational ancillary groups based upon the identified needs of residents. Arrives on time for group and leads group for the scheduled amount of time. If taking planned leave, arranges for coverage of affected groups and report this to supervisor.

· Is prepared to co-facilitate each assigned group weekly with a plan for each session. This includes consulting and planning with co-facilitators ahead of each group, reviewing resident integrated care plans and assignments to aid in addressing treatment targets in groups, and processing with co-facilitators after group.

· Attends weekly Therapeutic Study Hours and Community Meetings to provide oversight and guidance to residents in the therapeutic milieu. 

· Participates in weekend clinical rotation to be available to staff and residents on Saturdays and Sundays to assure that the needs of the treatment program are being met.

· Provide training and consultation to treatment and security staff on clinical methods and procedures related to Sexually Violent Predators.

·  Administer tests and assessments within scope of licensure, certification and training, as assigned.

·  Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, case conferences, case presentations, staff development meetings and training activities.

·  Provide clinical support and back-up to Therapeutic Security Technicians and other staff as needed.

·  Works cooperatively in weekly individual supervision with Clinical Team Leader for clinical and administrative supervision.

·  Perform administrative duties including documentation of work hours, correspondence and coordination with other clinical and facility staff, etc.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :  

· Must be able to apply principles of critical thinking to a variety of practical and emergent situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may call for deviations.

· Must be able to apply sound judgment beyond a specific set of instructions and apply knowledge to different factual situations.

· Must be alert at all times; pay close attention to details.

· Must be able to work under stress on a regular or continuous basis.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND CONDITIONS:

Works in a clean well-lit environment with fluctuating temperatures. Requires substantial periods of work utilizing a computer, monitor, keyboard, and mouse.  Requires lifting and carrying equipment and supplies weighing up to 35 pounds; requires pushing and pulling equipment and supplies weighing up to 75 pounds; requires walking and standing; requires sitting; requires the ability to negotiate stairs; requires the ability to lift patients in and out of bed, wheelchair, and/or stretcher; requires the ability to reach or bend frequently; requires visual acuity and manual dexterity to operate equipment. Potential for exposure to blood and/or body substances and hazardous materials requiring observance of Standard Precautions and safe handling practices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/TRAVEL:

This job primarily operates independently in a facility. This job is performed in a correctional facility, client site or counseling center including minimum, medium or maximum security levels.  Employees are exposed to some level of risk and/or harm by inmates including exposure to blood borne pathogens.  Employee is expected to work in accordance with all security rules and regulations to minimize the risk of danger and/or harm to themselves or other employees.  This position may require travel depending on specific needs.