li>Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury;
Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently;
Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations;
Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner;
Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed inmates;
Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments;
Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings;
Willing and able to travel;
Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule;
TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire.
Required Competencies:
- Ability to provide direct behavioral health care to inmates;
- Ability to provide comprehensive clinical documentation;
- Ability to work independently;
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across facility programs and with external stakeholders;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Must maintain certification/licensure as an addiction counselor;
- Ability to work with a diverse population of inmates;
- Strong organizing, planning and prioritizing skills;
- Keen ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility;
- Ability to provide addiction counseling as part of a multi-disciplinary team;
- Ability to be creative when implementing therapeutic interventions;
- Ability to read and comprehend the English language;
- Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
- Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.