Independently and Dependently Licensed Mental Health Counselor- Black Hawk Jails

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

Overview

NaphCare is seeking to hire an experienced Licensed Social Worker Mental Health Counselor (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LMSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC) to join our team of medical professionals in the Black Hawk County Jailin Waterloo, IA.

As a Correctional Licensed Social Worker Mental Health Counselor, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide mental health care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health and medical needs.

Responsibilities

Job Duties / Responsibilities

The Licensed Social Worker Mental Health Counselor is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients in residence with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues ensuring they receive quality care that protects their rights, dignity and health. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:

• Collaborating with medical, mental health and correctional staff to enhance quality patient care while maintaining a safe and secure work environment

• Performing and documenting mental health evaluations, progress notes, individual notes, individual treatment plans, addressing criminogenic needs and promoting positive behavioral change to prepare residents for release
• Participating in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients, security personnel, and healthcare staff
• Documenting and managing case files, patient progress, preparing reports.
• Initiating and/or participating in patient education and treatment programs, such as developing educational materials.

• Monitoring compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures, taking appropriate corrective action, and ensuring compliance with ACA, NCCHC standards

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications / Skills

• A minimum of 3 years’ clinical experience in a mental health care or acute care setting, with correctional healthcare experience preferred
• Must have knowledge and experience in the identification and treatment of mental health and co-occurring substance abuse disorders, discharge planning, principles of social work, basic principles of individual and group behavior, and a working knowledge of psychotropic medications
• Correctional counselors must be able to remain calm under pressure while assess patients’ situations, underlying causes of their behavior and be able to develop interventions and treatment plans
• Effective communications skills are required for building patient rapport and relaying information and treatment plan with other medical and mental health care professionals
• Strong organizational skills are needed to keep track of patient treatment plans and progress notes

• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail?See what our MHPs do:

NaphCare - Life as a Mental Health Professional - YouTube

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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