Corrections Mental Health Clinician & Therapist

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement benefits

Health and dental plans

Disability coverage

11 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

The State of Colorado seeks a Mental Health Clinician to provide direct mental health care for inmates at Colorado Department of Corrections facilities, including developing treatment plans and delivering individual and group therapy. The role requires active Colorado licensure in counseling, social work, psychology, or marriage and family therapy, plus one year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities include crisis assessments, collaboration with psychiatry, and maintaining thorough clinical

Qualifications

• Must possess one of the active Colorado licenses listed and have one year of licensed or license candidacy experience with mental health populations.
• Experience with inmates or similar high-stress populations is preferred.
• Ability to follow crisis assessment protocols and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group mental health therapy to inmates.
• Develop and update treatment plans based on assessments.
• Coordinate with psychiatry and psychology for complex cases.
• Participate in 24-hour On-Call System and ensure transfer of care when needed.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and client history.

Skills

Self-control and stress management

Emotional resilience

Excellent written and verbal skills

English language proficiency

Education

Licensed Professional Counselor

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Licensed Psychologist

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Job description

The State of Colorado seeks a Mental Health Clinician to provide direct mental health care for inmates at Colorado Department of Corrections facilities, including developing treatment plans and delivering individual and group therapy. The role requires active Colorado licensure in counseling, social work, psychology, or marriage and family therapy, plus one year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities include crisis assessments, collaboration with psychiatry, and maintaining thorough clinical