Licensed Mental Health Counselor

NaphCare, Inc.; Atmore (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Prescriptions free

EAP services

401K and Roth

Tuition assistance

Referral bonuses

Life insurance

Paid time off

CMEs

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is seeking an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor to join our team at the W. C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama.

The role requires clinical expertise in mental health care within a correctional setting, performing evaluations, counseling, and program development. Active licensure (LCSW/LCMHC/LMFT/LMHP/LISW, etc.) and a minimum of 3 years' experience are preferred. Strong communication, confidentiality, and adherence to ACA/NCCHC standards are essential for

Qualifications

• Master's prepared Mental Health Professional with active, unrestricted licensure in STATE (LCSW/LCMHC/LMFT/LMHP/LISW)
• Active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred)
• Must pass criminal background check and drug screen
• 3+ years clinical experience in mental health care, correctional experience preferred
• Knowledge of DSM-V/DSM-V-TR criteria
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to policies and legal requirements

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat residents with mental illnesses and co-occurring disorders
• Document and manage patient progress notes and treatment plans
• Provide individual and group counseling and educational programs
• Develop and implement discharge planning and behavioral change strategies
• Collaborate with correctional officers and healthcare staff
• Ensure compliance with ACA and NCCHC standards

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Calm under pressure

Interventions

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Mental Health (LCSW/LCMHC/LMFT/LMHP/LISW)

Job description

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Location: Atmore, Alabama (US-AL-Atmore)

ID: 2026-30200

Overview

NaphCare is seeking to hire an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LCSW, LCMHC, etc.) to join our team of medical professionals in the W. C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama.

As a Correctional Licensed Mental Health Counselor, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide counseling and mental health care to 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

The Licensed 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:

• Performing and documenting mental health evaluations, progress notes, individual and group counseling 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
• Demonstrate knowledge of DSM-V / DSM-V-TR criteria
• Documenting and managing case files, patient progress, preparing reports, and participating in hearings
• Initiating and/or participating in patient education and treatment programs, such as developing educational materials and providing group therapy
• Monitoring compliance with site‑specific and company policies and procedures, taking appropriate corrective action, and ensuring compliance with ACA, NCCHC standards

Qualifications

Experience / Skills / Requirements

• Master's prepared Mental Health Professional with active, unrestricted licensure as a (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LISW, etc.) in STATE
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred)
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening
• 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

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.

Benefits

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran