Licensed Mental Health Professional - Part Time - 20 Hours Weekly

Advanced Correctional Healthcare; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) w/employer match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Professional Development

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Referral program

Job summary

Advanced Correctional Healthcare in Albert Lea, MN is seeking a Part-Time Behavioral Health Specialist to provide screening and interventions for detainees at Freeborn County Detention Center. Under supervision, you will support mental health services with nursing staff and ensure documentation.

The role requires a Master's in Behavioral/Social Science, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license. You will collaborate with county staff, participate in CQI activities, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a Behavioral/Social Science field required.
• Current licensure with clinical specialty preferred.
• CPR certification required prior to hire.
• Must be able to practice independently.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health screening of detainees.
• Provide individual and group psychoeducation and interventions.
• Monitor behavioral health under supervision with custody/medical staff.
• Coordinate with custody and medical staff for continuity of care.
• Document referrals and contribute to CQI data and records.
• Support staff training and problem-solving to improve lives.

Skills

Behavioral health screening

Psychoeducation

Interventions

Documentation & CQI

Staff collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Behavioral/Social Science

CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Freeborn County Adult Detention Center - MN - Albert Lea, MN 56007Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $45.00 - $50.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Behavioral Health

SUMMARY:

Our associates deliver a higher standard of medical care, mental health care, and business services. We maintain professionalism, integrity, and commitment as we solve problems and make lives easier.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Under supervision, provide behavioral health screening of detainees referred by facility staff or identified by prescreening through booking process or nursing services.
• Under supervision, provide individual and/or group psychoeducation and skills-based interventions.
• Assist custody and medical staff in the monitoring of behavioral health for referred detainees.
• Coordinate with custody and medical staff in the management and treatment of detainees with behavioral health concerns.
• Monitor and assess therapeutic support of segregated and isolated detainees.
• Support and supplement the activities of county behavioral health services in the stabilization of at-risk detainees.
• Coordinate with county behavioral health services for continuity of care and discharge planning/case management via sharing of pertinent patient information.
• Complete documentation as well as maintain records for referral tracking and continuous quality improvement (CQI) under supervision.
• Demonstrate commitment and dedication to providing behavioral health support and provide training to solve problems and make lives easier.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS: (Benefits eligibility is determined by employment status):

• Referral program
• 401(k) w/employer match
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Professional Development
• Paid Time Off
• Disability Insurance

QualificationsREQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's Degree in a Behavioral/Social Science field (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, etc.) required.
• Current licensure with clinical specialty from the appropriate state licensing board preferred.
• CPR certification must be obtained prior to hire and maintained while in this role.
• Hands-on or online certifications are accepted.
• Must be able to practice independently.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle.