Job Description
Want to make a difference in a young person's life? This is a position that is very rewarding in training and mentoring at risk youth.
Make more than a Living, Make a Difference
We are currently seeking a Mental Health Consultant in Denison, IA. This opportunity is part-time and is available as a 1099 hire or part-time employee.
Hourly Rate: $52.50 - $62.50 (Open to Negotiate)
Our Part-time Benefits:
Prorated Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
AD&D Insurance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
Service Contract Act (SCA) Position
Duties & Responsibilities:
In this role as a Mental Health Consultant, you will develop, implement, and monitor the Mental Health Program to include staff development, mental health counseling of students, TEAP program counseling, according to the Job Corps federal regulations and the Policy and Requirements Handbook.
Provides on-call mental health services for emergencies, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. MHC may provide services by phone or in person. May choose arrangements for services on behalf of the center.
Responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of the center’s Mental Health Program, including supervision of all mental health interns and employees.
The Mental health Consultant advises the Center Director and Health Services staff of all mental health matters.
Conducts staff development and training in the use of mental health principles and techniques.
Provides consultation with Health Services staff and all other appropriate staff concerning student mental health issues.
Develops constructive programs for meeting students’ mental health issues and works with center disciplinary, maximum benefits, intergroup relations and the AODA prevention programs.
Documents and submits forms and correspondence to local, state, and federal agencies to meet all program requirements.
Issues and maintains Standing Orders on all mental health issues as required by the National Job Corps program.
Provides evaluation and diagnostic services to inpatient or outpatient students.
Provides limited psychiatric treatment as permitted by licensure.
Arranges off-center referrals and treatments as needed according to National Job Corps directives.
Provides documentation and referrals for students who are recommended for termination from the program.
Qualifications:
Licensed Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist or Psychiatric Social Working
Must be licensed to practice in Iowa
Must have experience working with disadvantaged youth
Job Corps experience preferred
Knowledge of mental health issues of disadvantaged youth
Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulation
Strong assessment skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Excellent communication skills – verbal, written, and listening
Must have a valid Iowa driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace
*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.
About Our Program:
Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.
Our Program Location:
Denison Job Corps
10 Opportunity Dr.
Denison, IA 51442
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