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Under moderate-to-general supervision, The Senior Social Worker, positioned at The Kentucky Correctional Psychiatric Center (KCPC), works with a team of service providers (Psychiatry, Psychology, Medical, Correctional Officers, etc.) to conduct forensic competency evaluations, competency restoration, and criminal responsibility evaluations for pre-trial patients.
The Senior Social Worker at KCPC also assists in the provision of inpatient treatment for individuals who have been adjudicated incompetent to stand trial and are held on a civil commitment order. The Senior Social Worker at KCPC provides a variety of clinical services, therapy techniques and psycho-educational programs. The Senior Social Worker at KCPC also assists in developing, coordinating and implementing other programs and services, as needed.
Master's degree in Social Work Required. Certified Social Worker (CSW) with social work board- approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) supervisor. Compliance with Kentucky’s Board of Social Work laws and regulations regarding clinical practices. Two to four years direct social work experience with a minimum of four years post-master's clinical experience.
Time Type:
Full time