Clinical Services Specialist

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Madison State Hospital is located in a rural area overlooking the Ohio River and has served the citizens of Indiana for over a century, opening its door to patients in 1910. As part of the Indiana State Psychiatric Hospital Network, our staff offer comprehensive treatment programs utilizing a Trauma Informed Care approach. Patients admitted for treatment can participate in individual therapy, medication therapy, family therapy, psycho-educational groups, rehabilitation therapies, chaplain services, co-occurring programming, as well as employment opportunities.

Unit-based programming is augmented with campus-wide specialty groups. MSH has been a state leader in evidenced-based medication prescribing to both reduce the risks associated with polypharmacy and optimize clinical outcomes. The hospital clinical and medical leadership collaborate with the unit treatment teams to provide the most contemporary and comprehensive care possible.

Clinical Service Specialist 1 (CSS1) functions as an experienced clinician with a background in psychology, social work, mental health, and/or substance use that provides the knowledge and skills to provide inpatient clinical treatment for patients admitted to Madison State Hospital. The incumbent will provide initial assessment of patients, recommendations for therapeutic interventions, and group and/or individual counseling/therapy. Clinical work experience with adults, groups, and/or families that experience Intellectual Disabilities and Serious Mental Illness is preferred with a working knowledge of assessment and skills/experience in developing behavioral and/or treatment plans for individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities and serious mental illnesses.

Completion of an accredited master’s level program in behavioral/mental health specialty with a current Indiana licenses in one of the following areas: LCSW, (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LMHC (License Mental Health Counselor), LMFT (License Marriage and Family Therapist), or Licensed/Certified Behavioral Analyst is required. This position will be expected to work collaboratively with other interdisciplinary treatment staff to deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions as a member of the psychology department.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Evaluates cases to identify therapeutic treatment and service needs, for patients who may have experienced trauma or are impacted by severe mental illness.
• Initiates multidisciplinary team responses to ensure positive outcomes and safety for the patient.
• Provides education and collaboration with other professionals to assess patient needs, plan and implement clinical treatment interventions, and make treatment and placement recommendations.
• Recommends options and solutions to address the needs of the patient to ensure clinical recommendations are fulfilled.
• Establishes and maintains a therapeutic alliance with the patient and family/caregivers by facilitating family therapy as needed, with focus on resolving barriers to patient progress…