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UCSD Department of Psychiatry is one of the most innovative and productive academic departments in the country, offering challenging career opportunities in the diverse areas of advanced educational programs, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art clinical services. The department is committed to offering a dynamic learning environment and growing opportunities to its talented and dedicated employees. The UCSD Department of Psychiatry is contracted to provide Transitional Case Management Program (TCMP) services for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitations (CDCR). TCMP services are provided for eligible incarcerated persons under the jurisdiction of CDCR and the State Department of Mental Health.
Job Responsibility:
Work full time at various CDCR correctional facilities (prisons), throughout California as well as other regional institutions as directed by management within the Department of Psychiatry
Work as a Benefit Worker (BW) managing full caseloads consisting of incarcerated persons releasing from CDCR institutions
Determine potential benefit eligibility based on medical/mental disability, financial, and/or age
Assist in the benefit application process, will complete, and submit application for California State sponsored Medi-Cal benefits, Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or Social Security Disability Income
and Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits
Act as a liaison with institutional and parole staff for cases that may require additional case management and collaborate on specific cases
Requirements:
Four years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor’s degree in related area
Must be eligible for clearance to visit and work inside the prisons and other CDCR facilities
Ability to perform intake evaluations
Assessment, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Ability to work in a collaborative manner with a diverse client group
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing large caseloads independently
Demonstrated ability to use computer information systems and solid computer literacy skills
Demonstrated accountability and excellent organizational skills to prioritize workload to promptly meet deadlines
Experience in professional case management and/or work effectively, both independently and in a team environment, to follow through with superior attention to detail and to complete tasks in a timely manner by a specific deadline
Ability to write concise, factual psychosocial notes, case summaries, coherent and timely reports
Experience working with community mental health resources, other mental health/recovery professionals, correctional and parole officers on behalf of clients
Strong demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and use professional judgment when reporting information to clients, other professionals, and family members
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to foster a good working relationship with a wide variety of people, using tact, diplomacy, confidentiality, and flexibility
Knowledge and understanding of clinical counseling principles, methods, procedures, and standards
Employment is subject to a criminal background check
Must be eligible for CDCR clearance to visit and work inside the prisons and Fire Camps
Must be willing to work full time in a minimum through maximum security state prison
Must utilize safe and reliable transportation methods for all work-related travel, and be willing to travel to various prison sites
TB screening test required annually
Must be willing to travel to cover other correctional facilities (prisons), throughout the State of California and other regional institutions as directed by management, to fulfill the TCMP program needs which may include overnight stay(s)
Nice to have:
Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field
Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local laws related to health and social welfare
Solid experience assisting clients with Social Security Administration, Veteran's Affairs and Medicare/Medical
Demonstrated knowledge and prior experience in professional case management and/or work with parolees/ex-offenders diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and/or Mental Illness
Training and experience using motivational interviewing techniques with incarcerated populations
Knowledge of various psychological theories and appropriate techniques for working with incarcerated populations
Understanding of theories and etiology for clients with co-occurring disorders
Experience with providing direct services to State Prison incarcerated populations including a thorough knowledge of prison culture, dynamics, and environmental risk factors