Mental Health Professional

Wexford Health Sources; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid-time-off program

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Continuing education options

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources is hiring a Mental Health Professional in Salem, Virginia. You will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering vital behavioral health services and ensuring patient stability.

This role requires thorough assessments, individual and group therapy, and collaboration with the behavioral health team. A Master’s Degree and a valid Virginia license as LPC, LMFT, or LCSW are essential, along with two years of experience in a clinical setting.

The position offers extensive benefits such as a generous PTO program, health insurance, and educational options.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling required.
• Current Virginia license as LPC, LMFT, or LCSW necessary.
• At least two years of clinical experience with forensic clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments.
• Provide individual and group therapy.
• Monitor patient progress and implement treatment goals.
• Collaborate with the behavioral health team.

Skills

Assessment and evaluation

Crisis intervention

Individual and group therapy

Patient monitoring

Treatment planning

Education

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

Current Virginia license as LPC, LMFT, or LCSW

Job description

Position Summary

As a Mental Health Professional at our facility, you will play a vital role on a multidisciplinary team delivering essential behavioral health services to a diverse and often underserved population. Working under the clinical direction of mental health leadership, you will provide assessment, treatment, and coordination of care to support patient stability and overall well‑being.

• Conduct mental health screenings, assessments, and clinical evaluations.
• Provide individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and ongoing treatment planning.
• Observe and assess patient behavior to identify clinical needs and risks.
• Collaborate with the behavioral health team to develop, implement, and adjust treatment plans.
• Coordinate psychiatric services, including tracking referrals, supporting medication management processes, and ensuring proper documentation.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions such as counseling, behavior modification, and psychoeducation.
• Monitor patient progress and ensure treatment goals are effectively implemented and documented.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and care coordination efforts.
• Support case management activities, chart reviews, and internal audit processes.
• Assist with program development, special projects, and staff training as needed.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with policies and standards.
• Uphold safety, security, and confidentiality protocols within the correctional environment.

Why Work with Wexford Health

• Performance check‑ins with annual merit increase.
• Generous paid‑time‑off program that combines vacation and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Company‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance.
• Non‑taxed healthcare and dependent‑care spending account.
• Continuing education options.
• Free CEUs.
• Pet insurance.
• Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and PayPal.
• Discounted tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University.
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more.

What You’ll Need

• Current Virginia license as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or other appropriate mental health professional license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling.
• At least two (2) years of prior clinical experience working with forensic clients, with familiarity with relevant research literature, clinical assessments, procedures, and methods; ability to assess treatment goals, write goal‑directed, individualized treatment plans; ability to monitor and document individual behavior patterns and modify treatment plans; and familiarity with the diagnostic nomenclature outlined in the most recent Diagnostic and Statistical Manual.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.