Mental Health Professional

Management & Training Corporation; Chaparral (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation seeks a licensed mental health professional to join the Otero County Processing Center in Chaparral, NM. The role focuses on planning and delivering non-medical mental health services to detainees, reporting to the health services administrator and psychologist.

Requires a master’s degree in counseling and NM licensure (LPCC/LCSW/LMFT); two years preferred. The position offers a stable schedule Mon-Fri days, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to serve

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling or related field.
• Current unrestricted NM license (LPCC, LCSW, or LMFT).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mental health programs for detainees.
• Provide individual and group counseling to detainees.
• Apply crisis intervention and suicide-prevention techniques.
• Maintain confidentiality and document services accurately.
• Coordinate with health services administrator and psychologist.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Suicide prevention

Individual counseling

Group counseling

Documentation and reporting

Education

Master’s degree in counseling

NM licensure (LPCC/LCSW/LMFT)

Job description

Pay Rate: $ 100,000 annual salary

Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, Days

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement account
• Long and short-term disability
• PTO and 11 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program

Job Description

Pay Rate: $ 100,000 annual salary

Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, Days

Benefits Include

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement account
• Long and short-term disability
• PTO and 11 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program

Lead with Compassion in a Unique Setting -

Take on a rewarding role at the Otero County Processing Center in Chaparral, New Mexico. We are seeking healthcare professionals who thrive in diverse environments and are committed to delivering high-quality care to underserved populations. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in correctional healthcare, we want you on our team!

What you’ll do:

You’ll report administratively to the health services administrator and clinically to the psychologist. Responsible for planning and implementing mental health service programs of a non-medical nature in the facility. Provides mental health services to detainees in compliance with MTC Medical and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) directives.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement treatment and therapeutic programs for assigned detainees.
• Assume independent clinical responsibility for all detainees including the application of crisis intervention techniques to include suicide prevention, recognizing abnormal behavior, and taking appropriate action to prevent or diffuse potentially disruptive situations.
• Conduct diagnosis and evaluation tests for detainees to determine needs, establish goals and develop plans; make referrals to contract professionals for assessment and treatment of detainees.
• Provide direct casework services and individual and group counseling to detainees.
• Prepare progress reports; provide recommendations regarding discharge plans; make case presentations; and assist administrative and medical staff in development of statistical reports on assigned detainees.
• Maintain and monitor confidentiality of detainees and their files; audit files to determine that all services provided are documented; review status of detainees to determine that all treatment and therapeutic programs are completed.
• Screen requests for non-medical records and appropriately approve or disapprove responses following policy and procedures.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings; promote communication and the proper flow of relevant information between administration, staff and detainees.
• Attend seminars, workshops, conferences, and so forth, as required.
• Maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification; perform CPR in emergencies.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Must be available for crisis on-call duties as needed.

Education And Experience Requirements

A master’s degree in counseling or related field and Current Unrestricted license in the state of New Mexico (LPCC, LCSW, LMFT) required. Two (2) years previous work experience preferred but not required. Valid driver’s license in the state of New Mexico or Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements

Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements and maintain appropriate facility clearance.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through [e-mail] or 801-693-2888.

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