We are looking for a Part Time Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) to work in the medical department at the Putnam County Jail located in Carmel, NY.

This position only requires 20 hours per week, Monday - Friday during normal business hours.

In this role, the CASAC will be responsible for coordinating and implementing mental health program. This position will directly report to the sites Health Services Administrator.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The CASAC will primarily be responsible for the clinical monitoring, coordinating and implementing of the mental health program in accordance with NCCHC/ACA Standards and PCM policies and procedures. In addition, the CASAC will also serve as one of the mental health liaisons between the medical unit and facility staff. Other responsibilities will include:

• Serve as the PrimeCare Medical liaison for psychiatric/psychological services outside the facility.
• Provide input to the Health Services Administrator regarding treatment response and progress reports of patients on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Facilitate admission and placement of inmates/patients in forensic and community facilities.
• Monitor and document all psychiatric/psychological clinical services provided.
• Monitor treatment response of inmates/patients.
• Ensure complete, accurate, and timely entries are made for each inmate/patient contact.
• Work in harmony with mental health agency and legal system.
• Assess mental health status of inmates/patients who have been referred by the primary treatment provider and reviews with the psychiatrist/psychologist.
• Assess mental health status of inmates/patients who have been referred by a primary treatment provider.
• Develop and conduct in-service education programs according to annual in-service calendar, as necessary.
• Actively assist with the detection and prevention of inmate/patient suicide.
• Any/all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or delegated. Requirements for the Case Manager include:

This position provides a 2 week orientation period where you will be training on-the-job and shadowing with the nursing staff.

• Must be certified as an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or other related Human Services degree with a concentration in mental health course work.
• Minimum one (1) year clinical experience preferred.
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to function independently and demonstrating clinical competency
• Ability to gain trust of patients and build a working relationship

Working in Corrections provides a challenging and exciting world of opportunities. Correctional healthcare is similar to working in an emergency room or a clinic. Each day is both challenging and rewarding. .PrimeCare Medical is dedicated to its employees and will provide the knowledge and training to administer premier healthcare in the correctional environment.