Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) Clinician

Salary: $58,000-$68,000

This is a new position at Gateway To Success that is a full-time GRANT funded position providing clinical services for our FACT clients in our Pueblo (.5) and Canon City (.5) offices.

 

Forensic assertive community treatment (FACT) is a service delivery model intended for individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) who are involved with the criminal justice system. These individuals may have co-occurring substance use and physical health disorders. Their needs are often complex, and their disorders are often under-managed and further complicated by varying degrees of involvement with the criminal justice system. FACT builds on the evidence-based assertive community treatment (ACT) model by making adaptations based on criminal justice issues—in particular, addressing criminogenic risks and needs. In this sense, FACT is an intervention that bridges the behavioral health and criminal justice systems. FACT is designed to do the following: improve clients’ mental health outcomes and daily functioning; reduce recidivism by addressing criminogenic risks and needs;1 divert individuals in need of treatment away from the criminal justice system; manage costs by reducing reoccurring arrest, incarceration, and hospitalization; and increase public safety.

 

The objective of the FACT Grant is to increase the stabilization of individuals suffering from persistent severe mental illness with criminal justice involvement who may also have co-occurring or physical health disorder by offering high intensity behavioral health treatment to reduce recidivism and relapse by at least 25%; therefore, increasing stabilization and quality of life for the clients we serve.

Schedule: Monday- Friday (Hybrid Scheduling- some office and some work from home time)  8:00am-5:00pm

Working Conditions: The FACT Clinician will work both in agency and in community settings, including but not limited to; client’s homes, residential facilities, jails, courts, and other community-based locations. The position may require occasional evening or weekend hours to accommodate client needs.

Compensation: $58,000-$68,000 per year/Salary

Benefits: FTE (PTO, Paid Holiday's, Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Professional Development)

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Psychologist. If you are a candidate for any of these credentials,
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with individuals with severe mental illness and/or forensic involvement.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills, with knowledge of treatment planning principles.
• Demonstrated proficiency in providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and community partners to coordinate care and support client needs.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to document client encounters accurately and comprehensively.
• Commitment to cultural competence, diversity, equity, and inclusion in service delivery and client interactions.

 

Position Overview: The Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) Clinician is responsible for providing comprehensive clinical services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness who are involved in the criminal justice system. The FACT Clinician will work collaboratively with a transdisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based interventions aimed at reducing recidivism, enhancing community integration, and promoting recovery.

Duties:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments in collaboration with FACT team of client’s mental health, substance use, criminogenic risk factors, and treatment needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with FACT team and clients, incorporating evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care principles.
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions utilizing cognitive-behavioral, motivational interviewing, and other therapeutic modalities.
• Monitor clients’ progress toward treatment goals, regularly assessing needs and adjusting interventions as necessary.
• Coordinate with criminal justice agencies, probation/parole officers, courts, and other relevant community partners to facilitate seamless transitions and continuity of care.
• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services as needed.
• Advocate for clients’ rights and access to resources, including housing, employment, healthcare, and social services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client encounters, treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Participate in daily team meetings, case conferences, and clinical supervision sessions to review caseloads, share insights, and collaborate on treatment strategies.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or requirements associated with the job.