Job Details
Job Location: St Thomas, VI 00803 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $ $50.00 Hourly Job Shift: Any
This position is responsible for providing healthcare to incarcerated individuals, including performing physical examinations, diagnosing and treating illnesses, managing chronic conditions, prescribing medication, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals within the correctional facility, all while adhering to strict security protocols and regulations within the correctional environment. This is a 1099 Contractor Position that is a minimum of 13 weeks, and eligible for renewal. Social workers shall work in-person, full-time, Monday-Friday, 8 hours daily. We are seeking a qualified candidate who will provide comprehensive medical care to inmates at the Correctional Facility along with a current license (LSW, LMSW, LCSW) and preferably one year of experience in corrections. This role will in-person be in the US Virgin Islands in either St. Croix or St. Thomas. The pay range for this position is $45-$50/hour and includes a monthly stipend that will be discussed.
Responsibilities:
* Provide individual and group therapy sessions to clients, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
* Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine clients' needs and develop treatment plans.
* Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate and integrate care for clients.
* Supervise and provide guidance to social work interns and other staff members.
* Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to engage clients in the therapeutic process.
* Advocate for clients' rights and access to resources and services.
* Provide crisis intervention and support during emergency situations.
* Participate in workforce development activities, including mentoring and training programs.
* Communicating and collaborating with external service providers to enhance engagement and ensure quality of service delivery
* Providing education and training to other staff on mental health and holistic support needs and benefits
Qualifications
* Master's or Bachelor's program in Social Work, passing the appropriate level of the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) exam
* Must possess and maintain a valid social work license (i.e., LSW, LCSW, LMSW) - must be willing to obtain USVI license
* Minimum one year of experience in corrections, psychiatric, emergency care, cultural competency, or trauma-informed care
* Strong knowledge of mental health disorders, treatment modalities, and therapeutic interventions.
* Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals from different cultural backgrounds and age groups.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a caseload effectively.
* Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the needs of the organization.
* Preferred: Experience using GlobalMed Virtual Health Software and Hardware Solutions for potential telehealth service delivery.
Physical Requirements:
* Capable of working extended hours if and when the position requires it.
* Able to see well enough to read faint or partially obscured writing or printing, with corrective lenses if needed.
* Position involves sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying, and moving objects that can weigh up to 50 lbs. This movement can occur throughout the day.
* Must be able to interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented, and with good reasoning skills.
* Must have finger dexterity for holding objects, typing, etc.