Mental Health Therapist

CoreCivic; Cushing (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Oklahoma is seeking a Mental Health Coordinator to plan and provide non-medical clinical mental health services in the facility.

The successful candidate will conduct screenings, develop treatment plans, document care, and provide crisis interventions while upholding strict confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling or related field.
• Five years of clinical experience, incl. two years in a comparable role.
• Active certification or licensing in the state (LPC, LCSW, or LMFT).
• Valid driver's license preferred unless contract dictates otherwise.
• Minimum age requirement is 20 years.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments based on records and interviews.
• Develop, implement, and modify individual treatment plans.
• Document treatment and evaluation activities in health records.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive materials at all times.
• Demonstrate knowledge of counseling theory and techniques with caseload.
• Provide mental health assessments, counseling, and crisis interventions.

Skills

Screening

Treatment planning

Documentation

Confidentiality

Crisis intervention

Counseling theory

Education

Master's degree in Social Work/ Psychology

Job description

$80,000 - $90,000 / year

At CoreCivic, our mental health teams make lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care in the industry.

In our organization, these professionals are placed in the position of Mental Health Coordinator to plan and provide clinical mental health services of a non-medical nature in the facility.

The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.

• Conducts mental health screenings and assessments based on a review of available records and clinical interviews with inmates.
• Provides treatment to inmates by developing, implementing and modifying individual treatment plans based on an evaluation of needs and level of functioning.
• Documents treatment and evaluation activities in the health care record for each person seen.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information at all times.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload.
• Provides appropriate mental health assessments, counseling and crisis interventions to address the needs of inmates.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling or a degree in a related clinical area.
• Five (5) years of clinical experience which includes two (2) years in a comparable job position required.
• Must possess appropriate certification or licensing in the state where practice occurs. ie., LPC, LCSW, or LMFT
• A valid driver's license is preferred unless required by contract or applicable statute.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 20 years of age

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.