Therapists & Counselors (Dependent Psych Associate)

NaphCare•Goodyear, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring an experienced Licensed Counselor / Therapist to provide counseling and mental health care at the Arizona Department of Corrections - Perryville in Goodyear, Arizona. The role serves people in residence with complex mental health and medical needs in a controlled correctional environment, working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals. The position may suit a dependently licensed psychology associate; NaphCare offers supervision to help associates gain required hours and develop their careers. The Licensed Counselor / Therapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues, while protecting their rights, dignity, and health. Pay ranges from $36.00 to $42.00 per hour, based on shift, site needs, hire status, experience, and licensure status. A $7,000 sign-on bonus is offered to full-time employees. NaphCare describes itself as one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities in the United States and supports career advancement. Full-time employee benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance and prescriptions beginning on day one, an Employee Assistance Program, a 401(k) and Roth plan with company contribution, tuition assistance, referral bonuses, no-cost term life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and continuing education and CMEs.

Requirements

Master's-prepared degree in counseling or a related field, such as social work.
Active, unrestricted Arizona licensure as an LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LISW, LPCC, or equivalent listed credential.
Active BLS/CPR certification; AHA certification is required.
At least 3 years of clinical experience in a mental health care or acute care setting.
Knowledge and experience in identifying and treating mental health and co-occurring substance abuse disorders, discharge planning, principles of social work, basic principles of individual and group behavior, and psychotropic medications.
Ability to remain calm under pressure, assess patients' situations and underlying causes of behavior, and develop interventions and treatment plans.
Effective communication skills to build patient rapport and relay information and treatment plans to medical and mental health professionals.
Strong organizational skills to track patient treatment plans and progress notes.
Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including people with mental health or substance abuse issues.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity, demonstrate professionalism, adhere to a Code of Conduct, and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening.
Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients weighing up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Nice To Haves

Correctional healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues while protecting their rights, dignity, and health.
Collaborate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff to improve patient care and maintain a safe and secure work environment.
Perform and document mental health evaluations, progress notes, individual and group counseling notes, and individual treatment plans.
Address criminogenic needs and promote positive behavioral change to prepare residents for release.
Participate in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients, security personnel, and healthcare staff.
Document and manage case files and patient progress, prepare reports, and participate in hearings.
Initiate and/or participate in patient education and treatment programs, including developing educational materials and providing group therapy.
Monitor compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures, take appropriate corrective action, and ensure compliance with ACA and NCCHC standards.