Forensic Competency Restoration Provider II - Licensed

Make a Difference as a Forensic Competency Restoration Provider II with ReDiscover

Join ReDiscover’s Diversion & Intervention Services Department and be part of a mission-driven organization that’s been transforming lives for over 50 years. As a non-profit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, we’re passionate about helping individuals impacted by mental illness or substance use find hope, support, and healing.

Why ReDiscover?

• 500+ dedicated professionals
• Over five decades of community impact
• A culture grounded in compassion, collaboration, and growth

About the Diversion & Intervention Services Program

The Diversion & Intervention Services team partners with law enforcement and courts to equip professionals with the tools, education, and strategies to respond effectively to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Our work helps prevent unnecessary arrests, court involvement, and hospitalizations while connecting individuals to appropriate care.

The Forensic Competency Restoration Provider II (FCRP-II) woks with Jackson County Detention Center (JCDC) and the Department of Mental Health (DMH) staff to provide behavioral health interventions for defendants in custody who have been determined Incompetent to Proceed, with the goal of restoring competency for these individuals. The FBHS-II is embedded within JCDC and acts as a direct service provider for the identified population as well as a liaison with DMH, courts, JCDC, and other treatment providers.

What You’ll Do

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with defendants, county jail staff and administration, circuit court judges and court personnel, local law enforcement, prosecutors, public defenders, and community-based behavioral health partners.
• Provide direct clinical services to individuals involved in the forensic system, including clinical assessments and evaluations, individual therapy, and group therapy.
• Deliver competency restoration services and behavioral health treatment to individuals committed to the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH) as Incompetent to Proceed, utilizing Evidence-Based Practices to support treatment and restoration goals.
• Coordinate care and facilitate communication with the Forensic Mobile Team, jail-based service providers, and other community partners to promote continuity of care and effective service delivery.
• Participate in required meetings and collaboration efforts coordinated by the Department of Mental Health (DMH) and the Jackson County Detention Center (JCDC), as well as other relevant stakeholder meetings.
• Maintain professional knowledge and clinical competency by participating in continuing education opportunities, including conferences, webinars, conference calls, in-person meetings, and professional development trainings.

Requirements of the Position

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a Social Science related discipline as defined by the Missouri Department of Mental Health.
• Licensed in the State of Missouri as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is required.
• At least two (2) years of clinical experience required.
• A valid automobile driver’s license, appropriate automobile insurance and a safe, reliable, registered automobile available for use during work is required.
• Ability to work in a secure environment and to abide by the rules and regulations of the JCDC is required.
• Working knowledge of assessment and treatment of behavioral health conditions.
• Excellent customer service skills with a recovery focus
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as use of email.

Grow With Us

We’re committed to your professional development and will support your growth as a Forensic Competency Restoration Provider II through training, collaboration, and meaningful work.

Ready to join a team that’s passionate about people? Apply today and help make wellness accessible for all.