Inmate Behavioral Health Clinician

Pride Health; Watonga (OK); On-site; USD 102,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Pride Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech/Social Worker for a 13-week assignment in Oklahoma. The role requires a Master’s degree in a clinical field, 5+ years of clinical experience (2+ in a similar position), and an unrestricted state license (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPCC).

BLS certification is mandatory. Responsibilities include screenings, assessments, treatment planning, counseling, crisis intervention, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling or related clinical field.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience, including at least 2 years in a comparable role.
• Unrestricted, independent clinical license in applicable state (e.g., LCSW/LISW, LPC/LCPC/LPC-MHSP, LMFT/LCMFT/LIMFT, LISW, LMHC, LPCC, LSCSW).
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments through records and clinical interviews with inmates.
• Develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans based on clinical needs.
• Provide individual counseling, mental health treatment, and crisis intervention services.
• Document assessments, treatment plans, interventions, and evaluations in health care records.
• Maintain confidentiality of clinical information and records.
• Apply psychological counseling theories and techniques appropriately in treatment.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Provide timely mental health support to inmates.

Skills

Clinical experience

Licensure required

Education

Master’s degree (Social Work / Psychology / Mental Health Counseling)

Job description

Pride Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech/Social Worker for a 13-week assignment in Oklahoma. The role requires a Master’s degree in a clinical field, 5+ years of clinical experience (2+ in a similar position), and an unrestricted state license (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPCC).

BLS certification is mandatory. Responsibilities include screenings, assessments, treatment planning, counseling, crisis intervention, and documentation.