Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Psychologist

Overview

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Psychologist needed in Tacoma, WA

Schedule: Full-time. Day shift. On-call rotates.

Starting Pay Psychologist: $133K

Starting Pay LCSW: $112K

We are accepting resumes of qualified candidates for the Social Worker position to work full-time providing medical care to detainees in custody in support of ICE Health Service Corps at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Medical Facility. 

MISSION:

IHSC’s mission is to provide medical care to maintain the health of individuals in the custody of ICE through an integrated health care delivery system, based on nationally recognized correctional, detention and residential health care standards. The Agency is committed to providing healthcare services to protect the nation’s health, reduce global disease and provide medical support for the law enforcement mission of the safe apprehension, enforcement and removal of detained individuals involved in immigration proceedings. IHSC is committed to ensuring a system of care that is ethical, responsible, and accountable through rigorous surveillance and monitoring activities.

Required Skills

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) OR a Doctoral Degree in Psychology from a graduate program accredited by the American Psychological Association.
• Current, full and unrestricted license to practice social work in the state of Florida
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, at the independent level as recognized in the state licensed, whereby clinical supervision is not required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers® certification through the American Heart Association®.
• Ability to pass a federal government security background check.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses and evaluates the mental health of residents according to DSM V diagnosis and refer to outside treatment facilities if necessary.
• Works in conjunction with ICE/OPLA legal counsel providing written evaluation reports on the mental health status of individuals placed on SMI (Seriously Mental Illness) List.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 10 minutes and maintain balance.
• Required to respond to any medical emergency within 4 minutes, where a fast walk or jog may be necessary to provide assistance.
• Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling.
• Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging detainees or staff exiting the building during an emergency (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self).
• Must be able to see, hear and smell with or without the use of aides if necessary (exceptions on a case-by-case basis).
• Must easily alternate between kneeling and standing.
• Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:This is a contract position and supervisory controls will be set forth by the Contractor . Technical oversight will be provided by the Government Technical Monitor (GTM).