Impactful Correctional Mental Health Counselor

Naphcare, Inc.; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

401K and Roth with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Continuing education support

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is hiring an experienced Licensed Social Worker Mental Health Counselor to join the Black Hawk County Jail team in Waterloo, IA.

The role blends clinical judgment with correctional healthcare in a controlled setting, supporting inmates’ mental health and safety. Qualified candidates may hold licenses such as LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LMSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and the ability to work closely with correctional staff and healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of clinical mental health experience, preferably in correctional care.
• Knowledge of mental health and co-occurring disorders, discharge planning and psychotropic meds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to facility policies and codes.
• Pass the facility background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat inmates with mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Collaborate with medical, mental health and correctional staff to ensure quality care.
• Document evaluations, progress notes and treatment plans; prepare reports.
• Educate patients and staff on mental health care and treatment options.

Skills

Clinical experience

Mental health

Correctional healthcare

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Background checks

Job description

NaphCare, Inc. is hiring an experienced Licensed Social Worker Mental Health Counselor to join the Black Hawk County Jail team in Waterloo, IA.

The role blends clinical judgment with correctional healthcare in a controlled setting, supporting inmates’ mental health and safety. Qualified candidates may hold licenses such as LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LMSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and the ability to work closely with correctional staff and healthcare