Licensed Therapists & Counselors - $7K Sign-On Bonus!

NaphCare, Inc.; Florence (AZ); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 58 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, dental & vision insurance

401K and Roth with company matching

Tuition Assistance

Paid time off

Free continuing education

Résumé du poste

NaphCare is seeking a Licensed Counselor or Therapist (LCSW, LPC, LAC, LMFT, etc.) for the AZ DOC - ASPC Eyman facility in Florence, AZ. Pay ranges from $36.00 to $42.00 per hour, with a $7,000 sign-on for full-time employees.

You will provide counseling and mental health care in a correctional setting, collaborating with healthcare and security staff. Requirements include a Master's in counseling or related field and active AZ licensure, with 3+ years of clinical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling or related field.
• Active, unrestricted licensure in AZ (LCSW, LPC, LAC, LMFT, etc.).
• Minimum 3 years' clinical mental health experience; correctional healthcare preferred.

Responsabilités

• Perform mental health evaluations and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with medical, mental health and correctional staff to ensure quality patient care.
• Document case files, progress notes, and treatment plans; prepare reports.
• Develop group therapy and educational materials for patients.
• Ensure compliance with ACA and NCCHC standards.

Connaissances

Counseling

Mental health

Communication

Crisis intervention

Formation

Master's degree in counseling

Active AZ licensure (LCSW/LPC/LAC/LMFT)

Outils

BLS/CPR

EHR

Description du poste

Licensed Therapists & Counselors - $7K Sign-On Bonus!

Location: US-AZ-Florence

ID: 2026-28203

Category: Mental Health

Position Type: Full-Time

Overview

NaphCare is hiring an experienced Licensed Counselor / Therapist (LCSW, LPC, LAC, LMFT, etc.) to join our team of medical professionals in the AZ DOC - ASPC Eyman located at 4374 East Butte Avenue, Florence, Arizona. Pay rates range from $36.00 to $42.00 per hour based on shift, site needs, hire status, experience, and licensure status (Dependent or Independent). We offer a $7,000 sign on bonus for Full-Time employees! NaphCare offers supervision for Dependently Licensed Psychology Associates. Come gain your hours and grow your career in the rewarding and exciting field of correctional healthcare! As a Correctional Licensed Counselor or Therapist, 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

The Licensed Counselor / Therapist 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:

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
• 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

Education / Licenses / Certifications

• Master's prepared degree in counseling or related field, i.e. social work
• Has an active, unrestricted licensure as a (LCSW, LPC, LAC, LMFT, etc.) in Arizona
• Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
• 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
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality ... etc
• 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?

See what our Licensed Counselors do:

NaphCare - Life as a Mental Health Professional - YouTube

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