Corrections Mental Health Specialist

State of Michigan; Saint Louis (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Career advancement

Vacations and leave

Job summary

Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional to join a multidisciplinary treatment team at the St. Louis Correctional Facility. The role involves evaluating inmates, referrals, and coordinating mental health care within the facility.

Candidates must hold a master’s degree in psychology, social work, or counseling and possess a Michigan QMHP license. The job includes completing various assessments, developing treatment plans, and supporting

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or counseling.
• Michigan license to practice QMHP.
• Pre-appointment, random-selection, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team providing mental health services to prisoners.
• Conduct mental health evaluations and referrals to appropriate levels of care.
• Monitor prisoner progress and ensure continuity of care.
• Provide psychosocial assessments, evaluations, interventions, and consultations.
• Assist with discharge planning and community services.
• Maintain records and prepare reports related to work.

Skills

Mental health counseling

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Crisis evaluation

Treatment planning

Assessment interpretation

Written communication

Testimony in court

Team collaboration

Ethical standards

Education

Master's degree in psychology

Job description

Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Qualified Mental Health Professional to join a multidisciplinary treatment team at the St. Louis Correctional Facility. The role involves evaluating inmates, referrals, and coordinating mental health care within the facility.

Candidates must hold a master’s degree in psychology, social work, or counseling and possess a Michigan QMHP license. The job includes completing various assessments, developing treatment plans, and supporting