Mental Health Clinician (Corrections)

City of Ormond Beach; Boscawen (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at the Merrimack County Department of Corrections as a Mental Health Clinician. You will provide essential mental health counseling and education to offenders, ensuring their well-being while under supervision. This entry-level, full-time position requires a Master's degree and relevant licensure in New Hampshire. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, retirement plans, and more.

Benefits

Onsite Fitness Center

Discounted Onsite Child Care

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in mental health counseling.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provides mental health counseling and education to offenders.
• Ensures compliance with correctional standards.

Skills

Mental Health Counseling

Proficient Computer Skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice or Related Field

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Job description

Join our team!

Job Summary

The Merrimack County Department of Corrections serves the community and its criminal justice system by providing security, supervision, and assistance to persons remanded to our custody. Our policy is to meet or exceed the standards set by the American Correctional Association, the National Commission of Correctional Healthcare, the New Hampshire Association of Counties, and the Merrimack County Board of Commissioners.

The Mental Health Clinician provides mental health counseling and education to offenders under the supervision of the Merrimack County Department of Corrections.

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Required Education & Experience

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in criminal justice, social services, counseling, or related field.
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office applications.
• A minimum of three years in mental health counseling or any combination of education and experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of New Hampshire required.
• A valid New Hampshire Driver’s License required.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• A drug screen & criminal background check will be required of all conditional hires.

EOE

The County offers a comprehensive benefit package, which may include:

• Onsite Fitness Center
• Discounted onsite child care
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Section 125 Plan (FSA) & HRA
• Life Insurance
• Annual Leave/Sick Leave/Personal Leave/PTO Leave
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid Holidays/Holiday Allotment
• NH State Retirement Plan
• Optional Health Benefit
• Shift & Weekend Differentials
• Deferred Compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Identity Theft Protection Coverage

Note: Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Government Administration