Licensed Mental Health Counselor

NaphCare, Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Prescription benefits

401K and Roth

Tuition Assistance

EAP

Paid time off

CME benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is seeking an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LCSW/LCMHC) to join our team in the Sarasota County Jail, Sarasota, Florida. You will work alongside correctional officers and healthcare professionals to provide counseling and mental health care to residents in a secure environment.

This is a unique role where you can make a difference for a diverse population with complex needs. You will perform evaluations, progress notes, treatment planning, group therapy, and

Qualifications

• Master's prepared Mental Health Professional with active licensure in Florida (LCSW/LCMHC/etc.).
• Active BLS CPR certification required (AHA).
• Minimum 3 years’ clinical experience in mental health care; correctional experience preferred.
• Knowledge of DSM-V/DSM-V-TR criteria and psychotropic medications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to correctional policies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff to ensure safe, high-quality care.
• Conduct and document mental health evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, and group sessions.
• Provide patient education and participate in trainings for staff and security personnel.
• Develop and implement treatment plans addressing criminogenic needs and behavior change.
• Ensure compliance with ACA and NCCHC standards and maintain case files.

Skills

LCSW/LCMHC licensure

CPR/BLS

3+ years clinical experience

Psychotropic meds knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Education

Master's degree in Mental Health

Tools

None

Job description

NaphCare is seeking to hire an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LCSW, LCMHC, etc.) to join our team of medical professionals in the Sarasota County Jail in Sarasota, Florida. 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 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

• 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 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 Florida
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association required)
• 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
• 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?

NaphCare - Life as a Mental Health Professional - YouTube

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