Correctional Mental Health Counselor

California Correctional Health Care Services; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential referral bonus for candidates

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A State Correctional Health Service in California is seeking a Clinical Counselor to enhance the mental health of incarcerated individuals. This role involves applying counseling interventions and psychotherapeutic techniques under the guidance of senior staff. The ideal candidate will have a psychology or social work license, with the ability to work effectively within the mental health system. The position offers opportunities for outreach and prevention strategies. This is essential in helping individuals reintegrate successfully into society.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing mental health services.
• Ability to work with incarcerated individuals.
• Knowledge of applicable Business and Professions Code.

Responsibilities

• Apply counseling interventions to improve inmate mental health.
• Provide outreach and prevention strategies to the incarcerated population.
• Collaborate with senior staff in Mental Health Services.

Skills

Counseling interventions

Psychotherapeutic techniques

Mental health awareness

Preventative skills

Education

License in psychology or social work

Job description

A State Correctional Health Service in California is seeking a Clinical Counselor to enhance the mental health of incarcerated individuals. This role involves applying counseling interventions and psychotherapeutic techniques under the guidance of senior staff. The ideal candidate will have a psychology or social work license, with the ability to work effectively within the mental health system. The position offers opportunities for outreach and prevention strategies. This is essential in helping individuals reintegrate successfully into society.