Independently Licensed Mental Health Professional

NaphCare, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a PRN Independently Licensed Mental Health Professional to work at the San Diego County Jail. Responsibilities include delivering therapy and crisis interventions for incarcerated individuals. Candidates must hold a Master's degree and be licensed in California. Attractive benefits such as health insurance and tuition assistance are offered.

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance

401K and Roth with company contribution

Tuition Assistance

Generous paid time off

Free continuing education and CMEs

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Mental Health Professional in California is required.
• Must maintain BLS certification.
• Experience providing care to mental health and substance use disorder patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy within correctional facilities.
• Intervene in crisis situations and conduct suicide prevention.
• Participate in mental health educational activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience with underserved populations

Knowledge of DSM-V / DSM-V-TR criteria

Ability to interpret data

Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations

Integrity and professionalism

Education

Master's prepared licensed Mental Health Professional with active CA license

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Job description

NaphCare is hiring a PRN Independently Licensed Mental Health Professional to join our team of medical professionals at the San Diego County Jail located in San Diego, CA. Location: San Diego County Jail, San Diego, CA.

The payrange for this position is $45.90 - 48.45/hour.

As a Correctional Independently Licensed Mental Health Professional, you will provide mental health services, including assessments, treatments, and support to the facility residents, while working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Providing individual and group therapy, including specialized groups like substance abuse or sex offender therapy
• Intervening in crisis situations, including suicide prevention and emergent mental health needs
• Participating in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients, security personnel, and healthcare staff
• Collaborating with other professionals, such as medical staff, correctional officers, and social workers, to provide holistic care
• Preparing inmates for release by connecting them with community resources and support services

Qualifications

Education / Licenses / Certifications

• Master's prepared licensed Mental Health Professional with active, unrestricted licensure in CA
• Must possess and be able to maintain BLS (Basic Life Support) certification; AHA or American Red Cross, preferred

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications / Skills

• Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including those with mental health and substance use disorders
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse individuals, including other medical professionals, correctional staff and judges
• Demonstrate knowledge of DSM‑V / DSM‑V-TR criteria
• Ability to interpret and analyze data to create treatment plans
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able 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

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

NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up-to-date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, please first apply directly to the position then send your resume to [e-mail] and I'll be in touch.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran