(Temp) Human Services Counselor
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Job PostingImportant Recruitment Information for this vacancy* Job Posting closes: Open until filled* Required documents uploaded by:Agency Information:Laid out on a 78-acre campus, Larned State Hospital (LSH) is the largest psychiatric facility in the state serving the western two-thirds of Kansas with nearly 1,000 employees and the capacity to treat more than 450 patients daily, 24-hours a day, seven days a week. LSH is accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). the Position* Who can apply: Anyone who is licensable in the State of Kansas at the Master's Level in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology.* Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified* Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time* Regular/Temporary: Temp* Work Schedule: Flexible* Eligible to Receive Benefits: No* Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes* Search Keywords: Human Services CounselorCompensation: $27/hour* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.Employment Benefits* Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage* Sick & Vacation leave* Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave* Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)* Fitness Centers in select locations* Employee discounts with the STAR Program* Retirement and deferred compensation programsVisit the Employee Benefits page for more information…Position Summary & ResponsibilitiesPosition Summary: Provide ongoing individual and group treatment for residents of the Sexual Predator Treatment Program, in accordance with accepted clinical standards. This is a temporary (999 hour) clinical therapist position to provide supplemental therapy sessions for residents in the SPTP, allowing residents to receive additional treatment hours in addition to what the fulltime clinical staff provide. This position would document treatment sessions and provide the resident's treatment team with information regarding residents' participation and insight displayed and gained during group sessions.Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:Individual and Group Sessions and Crisis De-escalation:* Under direct clinical supervision of the Assistant Clinical Director, conducts individual and group psychotherapy sessions for an assigned group of residents in order to fulfill treatment goals for each resident. These groups will include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Relapse Prevention and Good Lives as well as other manualized topics.* Will assist with crisis de-escalation with residents.Documentation and reports* Completes required documentation in patients' electronic medical record.* Completes assessments and evaluations.* Compiles information for annual examinations, treatment planning sessions and Progress Review Panel and testify as required.Other Duties as Outlined by Supervisor:* Includes mandatory training sessions, non-mandatory training sessions* Maintain Licensure, as applicable* Assist with other tasks as needed or assigned.Qualifications* Licensing & Certification:* Licensable in the state of Kansas at the Masters Level in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology.* Minimum Qualifications:* Licensable in the state of Kansas at the Masters Level in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology.* CPI Certification within one month of employment and maintain certification throughout employment.* Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology degree. Ability to work as a team with paraprofessionals regarding psychoeducational groups and interacting with residents.* Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Ability to pass a KBI background and pre-employment drug test.Recruiter Contact Information* Name: Mitchell Smith* Email: ...@ks.gov* Phone: 620.###.####* Mailing Address: 1301 KS Hwy 264, Larned, KS 67550Job Application Process* First Sign in or register as a New User.* Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.* Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.* Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.* Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.* Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.* Email - sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page* Notifications - view the Careers> My Job Notifications pageHelpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: How to Apply for a Job - Instructions and How to Search for a Job - Instructions Required Documents for this Application to be CompleteUpload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page* Transcripts* DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application*Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents How to Claim Veterans PreferenceVeterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a veteran ; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.Learn more about claiming Veteran's PreferenceDisability Hiring PreferenceApplicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference at the following link: Bulletin 24-02 - Disability Hiring Preference | Personnel Bulletins | Kansas Department of Administration (ks.gov)Equal Employment OpportunityThe State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.