Mental Health Supervisor & Licensed Clinician

Colorado Department of Corrections; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement plan

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off (vacation and sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Colorado Department of Corrections seeks a Mental Health Supervisor to lead the clinical program, oversee delivery of services to offenders, and ensure compliance with mental health standards. The role includes coordinating with facility administration, providing training, and supervising staff for competency and efficiency.

Required credentials include a Colorado-licensed or license-eligible mental health professional and a minimum of two years in a related licensed role.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a relevant field (counseling, psychology, social work).
• Colorado licensure as a mental health professional or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience with mental health services in corrections or similar secure settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and maintain delivery of mental health services, ensuring compliance with guidelines.
• Coordinate with facility administration and clinicians regarding offender mental health needs and treatment plans.
• Provide training on mental health issues and manage psychiatric crises.
• Supervise staff for competency, performance, and documentation quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical supervision

Mental health counseling

Staff training

Policy compliance

Education

Master's degree in counseling/psychology/social work

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Colorado Department of Corrections seeks a Mental Health Supervisor to lead the clinical program, oversee delivery of services to offenders, and ensure compliance with mental health standards. The role includes coordinating with facility administration, providing training, and supervising staff for competency and efficiency.

Required credentials include a Colorado-licensed or license-eligible mental health professional and a minimum of two years in a related licensed role.