Corrections Mental Health Pro - Impactful Work

State of Michigan; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salaries

Career Advancement

Vacation and leave

Job summary

The Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to join a multi-disciplinary treatment team at Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility in Ionia, MI. The QMHP will evaluate prisoners, refer to appropriate care levels, and monitor progress to ensure continuity of care for mentally ill inmates.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, interventions, and referrals, with focus on crisis management and treatment planning while

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or counseling.
• Possession of Michigan license to practice QMHP-related profession.
• Knowledge of mental health counseling, assessments, crisis intervention, and treatment planning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health evaluations and referrals within a treatment team.
• Provide psychosocial assessments, interventions, and counseling.
• Ensure continuity of care during prisoner discharge to the community.

Skills

Mental health counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in psychology, social work, or counseling

Job description

The Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to join a multi-disciplinary treatment team at Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility in Ionia, MI. The QMHP will evaluate prisoners, refer to appropriate care levels, and monitor progress to ensure continuity of care for mentally ill inmates.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, interventions, and referrals, with focus on crisis management and treatment planning while