Behavioral Health Professional (LMSW, LPC, or equivalent)

VitalCore Health Strategies; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 6,100 - 7,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA

Life Insurance

Disability (ST/LT)

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

EAP & Discounts

401K & Matching

PTO

Annual Bonus

Dependent Care FSA

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies is hiring a Behavioral Health Professional at the Otero County Detention Center in New Mexico. This full-time role works with the Behavioral Health Unit to provide assessments, treatment planning, and clinical care to inmates.

The position requires licensure (LMSW, LPC, or equivalent) and offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off. A drug screen and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician eligible to practice.
• Ability to administer assessments and provide mental health treatment.
• Must hold LMSW, LPC, or equivalent licensure.

Responsibilities

• Performs risk assessment of inmates and coordinates care with interdisciplinary teams.
• Assists in discharge planning and implements treatment goals during inmate stays.
• Plans and implements program goals and related objectives.
• Prepares documentation, records and reports accurately.

Skills

LMSW/LPC license

Job description

Behavioral Health Professional (LMSW, LPC, or equivalent)

About this position

Join the VitalCore Team in New Mexico! We're people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in correctional healthcare, has an opening for Full-Time Qualified Behavioral Health Professionals (LSW, LPC, LMFT, LMLP or equivalent) at Otero County Detention Center, New Mexico!

Curious about rewarding work within an underserved community with a company that values education and teamwork with great benefits and pay?

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

Drug Screen and Background Check Required

QUALIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALBENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

QUALIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALPOSITION SUMMARY

The Behavioral Health Professional will be involved in working with all disciplines on the Behavioral Health Unit to attain effectiveness in serving the patient population.

QUALIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician who can administer assessments, make clinical decisions, provide Mental Health treatment, and hold any of the following licenses: LMSW, LPC, or equivalent.

QUALIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The Behavioral Health Professional performs risk assessment of inmates; coordination of care with interdisciplinary team including medical staff, community providers, psychiatric hospitals and corrections; and discharge planning.
• The Behavioral Health Professional assists inmates in planning and implementing treatment goals for the duration of their stay in the Sedgwick County Jail.
• The Behavioral Health Professional assists in planning and implementing the goals and objectives of programs and projects.
• The Behavioral Health Professional provides the necessary preparation of documentation, necessary records and reports.

QUALIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SCHEDULE

• Full-Time
• Pay Rate- $33-$35 days depending on experience.
• Pay Rate- $35-$38 evenings depending on experience.

This is a fast-paced work environment that utilizes clinical skills such as prioritizing treatment needs; crisis management; brief clinical interventions including CBT and Motivational Interviewing. Excellent and timely documentation skills required. The ideal candidate is able to make independent clinical decisions, while utilizing assistance and supervisory intervention, as needed.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

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