A healthcare provider in Dedham, MA seeks a licensed mental health professional to provide diagnostic assessments and therapeutic services to inmates. Applicants must have a master's degree and LICSW or LMHC licensure, with evening shifts required. The role includes documentation, team collaboration, and adherence to safety regulations. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.
Qualifications
Master's degree in social work or related field is required.
LICSW or LMHC licensure is mandatory.
Previous experience in correctional mental health is preferred.
Responsibilities
Provide diagnostic assessment and therapeutic services to inmates.
Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related field
Professional licensure (LICSW or LMHC)
Job description
Responsibilities
Provides diagnostic assessment, crisis intervention and psycho-therapeutic services to an inmate population.
Responsible for completing progress notes and ensuring that documentation meets quality standards.
Interrelates and works effectively with other mental health services staff, medical personnel, CPS administration, inmates, and outside support agencies.
Maintains a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Participates fully in all site-based performance improvement activities in accordance with job responsibilities.
Promotes effective working relations as part of a department/unit team to facilitate the department/units to meet its goals and objectives.
Follow all security rules and regulations.
Schedule
Seeking reliable coverage for 1–2 evening shifts per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday)
Shifts are 3:00–11:00 PM or 4:00–10:00 PM, with the ability to commit to at least one Saturday per month.
Qualifications & Education
Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related field.
Professional licensure required: LICSW or LMHC (required)
Previous related experience preferred (correctional mental health, crisis intervention, treatment of major mental disorders, substance use treatment).
Must be able to pass a facility background clearance.
Physical Requirements
Regularly required to stand; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move over 35 pounds.
Regularly able to adequately perform CPR.
Benefits (Available to eligible employees)
401(k) retirement plan
Dental insurance
Vision coverage
Health insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off
Voluntary Benefits including (Available to eligible employees)