KCPC Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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Job Description
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
Key Responsibilities
The Senior Social Worker conducts forensic competency and criminal responsibility evaluations for pre-trial patients within a multidisciplinary team. They also provide inpatient treatment, therapy, and psycho-educational programs for individuals adjudicated incompetent to stand trial.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work and be a Certified Social Worker (CSW) with an LCSW supervisor. The role requires four years of post-master's clinical experience and compliance with Kentucky Board of Social Work regulations.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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