Mental Health Therapist

CoreCivic; Tutwiler (MS); Vor Ort; USD 75.000 - 79.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Drug-Free Workplace

Zusammenfassung

CoreCivic in Mississippi seeks a Mental Health Coordinator to plan and provide non-medical clinical mental health services in the facility. The role involves conducting screenings, developing treatment plans, documenting activities, and maintaining confidentiality while applying counseling theory to inmate care.

The candidate should have a Master’s degree in a related field, five years of clinical experience, and state licensure (LPC/LCSW/LMFT). A driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in a related clinical field is required.
• Minimum of five years of clinical experience, including two in a comparable role.
• Current state licensure (LPC, LCSW, or LMFT) required or as applicable.
• Valid driver’s license preferred unless contract or law says otherwise.

Aufgaben

• Conducts mental health screenings and assessments based on records and interviews.
• Provides treatment by developing, implementing and modifying individual plans.
• Documents treatment and evaluation activities in the health care record.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information.
• Demonstrates knowledge of counseling theory and techniques in caseload treatments.
• Provides mental health assessments, counseling and crisis interventions to address inmate needs.

Kenntnisse

Clinical experience

Licensure/certification

Driver's license (preferred)

Age 18+

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Social Work / Psychology / Mental Health Counseling

Jobbeschreibung

$75,000 - $79,000 / year
At

$75,000 - $79,000 / 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 18 years of age.

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