Correctional Forensic Mental Health Clinician

Mckinley Children's Center, Inc.; San Dimas (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental/Vision

403(b) retirement plan with company 3%

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Training opportunities

Credit union membership

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Employee rewards program

Job summary

McKinley is seeking a Correctional Services Clinician to support the mental health needs of inmates within a correctional setting. You will conduct group and individual therapies, document in the EMR, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver structured life skills programs.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, dedicating time to documentation, and participating in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Valid registration or licensure with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (ACSW, AMFT, LCSW, LMFT, APCC, LPCC).
• Bilingual (Spanish) skills are highly preferred.
• Typing speed of 50 words per minute (WPM).
• Proficiency in word processing.
• Excellent writing skills.
• General office skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a minimum of five one-hour group therapy sessions per day for seriously mentally ill inmates.
• Conduct individual assessments to identify service needs of inmates.
• Coordinate and lead structured programming activities focusing on life skills, coping, problem-solving, and interpersonal relationships.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to facilitate group discussion and promote positive behavioral changes.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for inmates.
• Maintain EMR records and charting per county procedures; allocate time for documentation.
• Maintain regular communication with Facility Program Manager and mental health providers; participate in team meetings.
• Attend required supervision, meetings, and agency trainings; participate in CQI initiatives.
• Program operates seven days a week 8am–8pm; evenings, weekends, and holidays work requirement.

Skills

Clinical licensure

Bilingual Spanish

Excellent writing

Typing 50 WPM

Word processing

General office skills

Job description

McKinley is seeking a Correctional Services Clinician to support the mental health needs of inmates within a correctional setting. You will conduct group and individual therapies, document in the EMR, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver structured life skills programs.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, dedicating time to documentation, and participating in ongoing professional development.