Part-Time Licensed Mental Health Pro — Jail

Advanced Correctional Healthcare; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

401(k) w/employer match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Professional Development

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Advanced Correctional Healthcare in Detroit Lakes, MN, is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Specialist at Becker County Jail. A Graduate Degree is required, with licensure preferred, and CPR certification prior to hire.

You will perform screening, individual or group psychoeducation, and collaborate with custody and medical staff to manage detainees' behavioral health needs, including discharge planning and CQI documentation.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a Behavioral/Social Science field (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, etc.) required.
• Current licensure with clinical specialty from the appropriate state licensing board preferred.
• CPR certification must be obtained prior to hire and maintained while in this role.
• Hands-on or online certifications are accepted.
• Must be able to practice independently.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, provide behavioral health screening of detainees referred by facility staff or identified by prescreening through booking process or nursing services.
• Under supervision, provide individual and/or group psychoeducation and skills-based interventions.
• Assist custody and medical staff in the monitoring of behavioral health for referred detainees.
• Coordinate with custody and medical staff in the management and treatment of detainees with behavioral health concerns.
• Monitor and assess therapeutic support of segregated and isolated detainees.
• Support and supplement the activities of county behavioral health services in the stabilization of at-risk detainees.
• Coordinate with county behavioral health services for continuity of care and discharge planning/case management via sharing of pertinent patient information.
• Complete documentation as well as maintain records for referral tracking and continuous quality improvement (CQI) under supervision.
• Demonstrate commitment and dedication to providing behavioral health support and provide training to solve problems and make lives easier.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's Degree in a Behavioral/Social Science field

Job description

Advanced Correctional Healthcare in Detroit Lakes, MN, is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Specialist at Becker County Jail. A Graduate Degree is required, with licensure preferred, and CPR certification prior to hire.

You will perform screening, individual or group psychoeducation, and collaborate with custody and medical staff to manage detainees' behavioral health needs, including discharge planning and CQI documentation.