Forensic Mental Health Navigator - Social Worker 2 PN
Forensic Mental Health Navigator - Social Worker 2 PN
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Job Description
What youll do at OhioMHAS:
- Under direction of the Regional Psychiatric Hospital (RPH) Manager of Forensic Movement or designee; assists in monitoring the status of individuals who are presently waiting for an RPH bed on an emergency status or after an order from a court has been received by an RPH.
- Triage for any changes in acuity that could place inmate higher on the RPH waitlist which includes physically visiting jails in the RPH catchment area to meet & engage inmates waiting for an RPH bed
- Screen for the following indicators: risk for violence history of developmental disabilities and any other special treatment needs.
- Identifies healthcare inequities and develops a proactive plan for discharge and assures that all information gathered is communicated to the receiving treatment team prior to admission.
- Works in collaboration with the Manager of Forensic Movement and/or the Director of Social
- Work or designee to implement identified treatment intervention techniques & procedures
- Assess inmates progress towards competency restoration; which may include administration of a competency to stand trial screening tool; make recommendation to the Manager of Forensic Movement or designee of changes to triage &/or ability to access competency restoration at a different level of care &/or a reevaluation of competency to stand trial
This is anhourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union) with a pay range of 11on theOhio Health Care SEIU/1199Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are MondayFriday 8:00am4:30pm.This position is located within Heartland Behavioral Healthcareat3000 Erie Street S. Massillon OH 44646.
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible fulltime and parttime employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS&Optional Deferred Compensation Ohio Deferred Compensation
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Forensic Navigator
Social Worker 2
Who we are:
At the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.
We proudly employ over 2800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals Ohio Pharmacy Services Ohios prison systems and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus OH.
OhioMHAS Values:
- ServiceOriented (Person Centered Solution Oriented Customer Service Focused)
- Collaborative (Approachable Reasonable Transparent)
- Value Driven
- Innovative (Yes Before No)
- Strong Sense of Urgency
Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well get well and stay well. Join our collaborative serviceoriented environment where you will be respected and valued.
Requires current license as independent social worker (i.e. LISW) as issued by State of Ohio Counselor Social Worker & Marriage & Family Therapist Board in accordance with ORC 4757.27. Pursuant to ORC 4757.41 (A)5 any person engaging in social work or professional counseling as a civil service employee as defined in section 124.01 of the Revised Code who has at least two years of service as of July 10 2014 is exempt from current licensure as independent social worker (i.e. LISW) requirement.
Job Skills: Mental Health
Required Educational Transcripts
Official transcripts are required for all postsecondary education coursework or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Transcripts printed from the institutions website will not be accepted. OhioMHAS reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degreegranting institution.
The State of Ohio is a drugfree workplace which prohibits the use of (recreational /nonmedical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio DrugFree Workplace Policy (HR39 and as outlined in the posting.
Application Procedures
To be considered for this position you must apply online through this posting website. We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications experience education and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition see resume is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.
Background Check Notice
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process assessment &/or interview please contact Andrew Seifert EEO Program Administrator at or.
All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Employment Type
Full-Time
