Licensed Mental Health Pro – Behavioral Health Specialist

Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

401(k) with employer match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Professional Development

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc. in Minnesota seeks a licensed behavioral health professional to deliver screening, individual and group psychoeducation, and collaborative care with custody and medical staff in a detention setting.

The role emphasizes monitoring, planning, and coordination within a secure facility. Requirements include a Master’s in Behavioral/Social Science, state licensure, CPR certification, and the ability to practice independently.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a Behavioral/Social Science field is required.
• Current licensure with the appropriate state board preferred.
• CPR certification must be obtained prior to hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, provide behavioral health screening of detainees.
• Under supervision, provide individual and/or group psychoeducation and skills-based interventions.
• Assist custody and medical staff in monitoring behavioral health.
• Coordinate with custody and medical staff in treatment planning and care.
• Monitor and assess therapeutic support of segregated detainees.
• Coordinate with county behavioral health services for continuity of care and discharge planning.
• Complete documentation and maintain records for referral tracking and CQI.

Skills

Effective communication

Independent practice

Education

Master’s Degree in Behavioral/Social Science

State clinical licensure

CPR certification

Job description

Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc. in Minnesota seeks a licensed behavioral health professional to deliver screening, individual and group psychoeducation, and collaborative care with custody and medical staff in a detention setting.

The role emphasizes monitoring, planning, and coordination within a secure facility. Requirements include a Master’s in Behavioral/Social Science, state licensure, CPR certification, and the ability to practice independently.