MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL

The GEO Group, Inc.; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Professional in Doylestown, PA. The role involves assessing and treating mental health issues, providing crisis intervention, and ensuring continuity of care. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and have strong counseling skills. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, including a $3,250 hiring bonus.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• State licensure as a Clinical Social Worker or equivalent required.
• One year experience in mental health services preferred.
• Ability to handle crisis situations professionally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health screenings and evaluations to develop treatment plans.
• Provide supportive mental health services including counseling and group sessions.
• Respond to psychological emergencies and provide crisis intervention.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis management

Motivational skills

Verbal communication

Report writing

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work

Job description

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Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account
  
  

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work For GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.
  
  

Responsibilities

Summary:

The Mental Health Professional is responsible for provision of full range of mental health outpatient services from initial assessment, treatment planning, supportive counseling and case management as well as aftercare planning, group psychotherapy, suicide risk assessment and crisis intervention.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Mental Health Professional conducts mental health interviews, screenings, and evaluations and determines appropriate mental health services and treatment plans to address an inmate’s, detainee’s, or resident’s (I/D/R) specific mental health needs in accordance with the mission of the outpatient mental health program and policies.
• The Mental Health Professional provides a full-range of supportive mental health services including brief individual counseling, group counseling (process or psycho-educational), and specialty group counseling (e.g., anger management, coping skills, end of sentence, life term, etc.), and I/D/R consultations.
• Provides case management services as required to ensure continuity of ongoing service delivery
• The Mental Health Professional prepares all related mental health documentation in accordance with applicable organizational and state standards in a clear, thorough, and timely manner.
• Consults with Security, Medical, Classification and other departments as needed in I/D/R related mental health concerns.
• The Mental Health Professional responds to psychological emergencies and provides crisis intervention as required up to and including involuntary hospitalization or placement under observation due to suicide risk or inability to adjust within general population due to symptoms of mental illness.
• Conducts post-release planning and communicates with community based mental health facilities for referral and continuity of care as appropriate.
• The Mental Health Professional performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health related field such as Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work.
• State licensure (dependent upon the state) as a Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Professional or Mental Health Counselor (if claiming license eligibility, applicant must be able to provide proper documentation).
• Licensed interns may be considered based on client requirements. Licensed interns must have an established clinical supervisor approved by the state board that governs the license.
• One (1) year experience providing mental health services in an institutional setting is preferred.
• Ability to work in crisis situations in a professional and mature manner.
• Strong counseling and motivational skills.
• Must be able to work individual and in a team environment.
• Above average verbal and writing skills.
• Must be able to develop clear and concise reports in a timely manner.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
  
  

GEO Reentry Services LLC.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Security and Investigations

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