Mental Health Professional - SVP Pre-Release Evaluator

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary reviews

Health insurance

Dedicated training opportunities

Education and tuition benefits

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. seeks a Master Level Mental Health Professional – SVP Pre-Release Evaluator to conduct specialized assessments for incarcerated individuals with sexual offense histories.

You will collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure high-quality evaluation reports, contribute to treatment planning, and support community supervision decisions. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, timely reporting, and ongoing professional development within a correctional healthcare

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
• Current licensure as a Clinical Professional Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, or equivalent.
• Sex Offender Evaluator certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Current CPR certification.
• Two years of post-degree clinical experience preferred.
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience utilizing electronic medical record systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor release timelines and identify individuals requiring pre-release evaluations.
• Review institutional records and conduct clinical interviews to assess treatment needs and risk factors.
• Prepare detailed evaluation reports with recommendations for supervision and community services.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure evaluations meet program standards.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in EMR and related systems.
• Participate in required training, meetings, and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Clinical interviewing

Risk assessment

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in psychology/social work

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

POSITION: Master Level Mental Health Professional – SVP Pre-Release Evaluator

SCHEDULE: Opportunities available dayshift – travel

FACILITY: SVP Program

LOCATION: Chicago, IL

PAY RATE: up to $41.00 hourly

Are you ready to use your clinical expertise to make a meaningful impact on public safety, rehabilitation, and successful community reintegration?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. has been a leader in correctional healthcare for over 30 years, providing evidence-based behavioral health services to justice-involved individuals. As an MHP-SVP Pre-Release Evaluator, you'll play a critical role in assessing individuals preparing for release and providing valuable recommendations that support treatment planning and community supervision efforts.

Position Summary

As a Master Level Mental Health Professional – SVP Pre-Release Evaluator, you'll conduct specialized assessments and evaluations of incarcerated individuals with sexual offense histories. Working collaboratively with clinical leadership and correctional partners, you will:

• Monitor release timelines and identify individuals requiring pre-release evaluations
• Review institutional records and conduct comprehensive clinical interviews to assess treatment needs and risk factors
• Prepare detailed evaluation reports that provide recommendations for supervision, treatment, and community-based services
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure evaluations are completed accurately and in accordance with program standards
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation and utilize electronic medical record systems as required
• Participate in required training, meetings, and ongoing professional development activities

You'll go beyond assessment. You'll provide critical clinical insight that supports informed decision-making, successful reentry planning, and safer communities.

Why Work with Wexford Health?

• Annual Increases
• 40 Paid Days Off Per Year
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with 50% Match
• Company-paid Short-term Disability and life insurance
• Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Uniform Allowance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free CEUs
• Paid lunch breaks
• 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

• Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, or related field
• Current licensure as a Clinical Professional Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, or equivalent
• Sex Offender Evaluator certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire
• Current CPR certification
• Two years of post-degree clinical experience preferred
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred
• Experience utilizing electronic medical record systems preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.