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State of Michigan
Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional-Substance Use Disorder (LPC, MSW, Social Worker)
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Social Worker assesses and treats individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education.
$59,331 / year median in Michigan
+9% projected growth
Job Description
The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer. MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here. The Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team providing a range of professional treatment services to mentally ill and/or mentally disabled prisoners within the Michigan Department of Corrections. They work with hospitalized, medically ill and other special populations. The Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional is responsible for all aspects of the mental health evaluation, referral to the appropriate mental health level of care and treatment of the prisoners, monitoring their progress and ensuring continuity of care is not jeopardized. The Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional provides a full range of psychosocial assessments and evaluations, interventions, consultations and referral services as assigned by the supervisor. They assist with placement and obtaining services when the prisoner discharges to the community. •This position is for Qualified Mental Health Professional - Substance Use Disorder•Education Possession of a master's degree with a major in psychology, social work, or counseling. Experience Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional 9 No specific type or amount is required. Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional 10 One year of professional experience providing QMHP services equivalent to a Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional 9. Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional P11 Two years of professional experience providing QMHP services equivalent to a Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional, including one year equivalent to a Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional 10. •This position is for Qualified Mental Health Professional - Substance Use Disorder•Positions in this class are test-designated and subject to pre-appointment, random-selection, and postaccident drug and alcohol testing. Possession of a Michigan license to practice the applicable Qualified Mental Health Profession, which is required to practice as a psychologist, social worker, counselor, registered nurse, or other