Licensed Mental Health Clinician (Corrections)

Grammar; Tutwiler (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is hiring a Licensed Mental Health Clinician to lead mental health services in a correctional facility. You will assess inmates, develop treatment plans, supervise clinical staff, and coordinate with security and other departments to ensure quality care.

The role requires a Master's degree in a relevant field, an active license, and at least two years of clinical experience, including one year in a similar setting. Travel within the U.S. may be required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health counseling or related clinical field.
• Two years clinical experience including one year in a comparable job position.
• Pre-licensure training experience may count toward the required experience.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice in the state where practice occurs.
• Valid driver's license preferred, unless required by contract or applicable statute.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments through records review and clinical interviews, including rounds in segregation or confined housing areas.
• Develop, implement, and modify multidisciplinary treatment plans in coordination with other clinical staff; document treatment and evaluations in patient records.
• Supervise staff, evaluate performance, provide training, and develop work schedules.
• Consult with multidisciplinary staff regarding behavior and mental health issues and provide recommendations.
• Administer mental status exams or other psychological tests as needed to evaluate treatment and placement needs.
• Serve on institution committees such as Segregation Review and Special Needs Treatment Plan.
• Assist with community reentry planning and discharge needs for inmates with serious mental illness.
• Maintain confidentiality and audit files to ensure documentation of services.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health counseling or related clinical field

Job description

CoreCivic is hiring a Licensed Mental Health Clinician to lead mental health services in a correctional facility. You will assess inmates, develop treatment plans, supervise clinical staff, and coordinate with security and other departments to ensure quality care.

The role requires a Master's degree in a relevant field, an active license, and at least two years of clinical experience, including one year in a similar setting. Travel within the U.S. may be required.