Licensed Mental Health Pro - Corrections Impact & Growth

Wellpath; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

EAP Counseling

Life Insurance

HSA

Wellness program

Banking discounts

Job summary

Wellpath in Michigan is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Professional to work at the Macomb County Jail. You will conduct intake evaluations, provide therapy, and develop treatment plans for inmates, while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, psychoeducational groups, and collaboration with healthcare teams in a correctional setting. Evening shifts (3p-11:30p) and ongoing professional development are included.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or Other Related Mental Health discipline.
• One (1) or more years of experience in a Mental Health treatment program, preferably in a Correctional or Hospital setting.
• Unrestricted, current license in the State of practice – e.g. LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMHC, Psychologist - Must maintain all licensures, certifications, continuing educational requirements, etc.

Responsibilities

• Screening, assessments, and triages for inmates referred by security, healthcare staff, and other sources; provide recommendations for level of care.
• Develop and recommend treatment plans; conduct psychoeducational and transitional groups; provide suicide prevention interventions and management techniques.
• Respond to sick call requests; coordinate with prescribing providers for medication evaluations.
• Provide crisis intervention, oversee caseload needs, and participate in multidisciplinary meetings.
• Provide staff training on mental health topics; document findings in health records; ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Assessment & triage

Documentation

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Wellpath in Michigan is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Professional to work at the Macomb County Jail. You will conduct intake evaluations, provide therapy, and develop treatment plans for inmates, while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, psychoeducational groups, and collaboration with healthcare teams in a correctional setting. Evening shifts (3p-11:30p) and ongoing professional development are included.