Prison Mental Health Counselor - LPC/LCSW

Primecare-Medical-Inc-; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Floating holidays

Job summary

PrimeCare Medical is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Social Worker (LMSW/LCSW) to work as a Behavioral Health Professional at Northampton County Prison in Easton, PA. This 40-hour per week role runs Monday–Friday during normal business hours (8:00am–4:30pm).

The position involves clinical assessments, risk evaluation, and coordination with PCM mental health services, with opportunities for professional growth and involvement in quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as LPC, LSW, or LCSW in Pennsylvania.
• Master’s degree or greater in Social Work, Psychology, or related field with clinical coursework.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments with documentation, including mental status exam, diagnosis, and treatment plan.
• Perform risk assessments using structured interviews and tools; manage suicide/self-harm risks.
• Serve as PCM mental health liaison for services outside the facility.
• Facilitate admission/placement to forensic hospitals when needed.
• Monitor all mental health services and ensure standards of care.
• Participate in the Quality Assurance Committee and in-service education.
• Collect data and prepare monthly performance reports.

Skills

LPC

LMSW or LCSW

Pennsylvania licensure

Master’s degree in Social Work/Psych

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Social Work/Psychology

Job description

PrimeCare Medical is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Social Worker (LMSW/LCSW) to work as a Behavioral Health Professional at Northampton County Prison in Easton, PA. This 40-hour per week role runs Monday–Friday during normal business hours (8:00am–4:30pm).

The position involves clinical assessments, risk evaluation, and coordination with PCM mental health services, with opportunities for professional growth and involvement in quality improvement activities.