Licensed Mental Health Professionals-FT

Naphcare, Inc.•Ukiah, CA

8d•$59 - $72•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor to join their team of medical professionals in the Mendocino County Jail in Ukiah, CA. This is a full-time position with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The pay rate ranges from $58.50 to $72.00 per hour, depending on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide counseling and mental health care to the individuals in residence. This unique position offers the opportunity to make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex mental health and medical needs.

Requirements

Master’s prepared degree in counseling, social work, psychology or related field.
Active, unrestricted licensure as a (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LISW, LPCC, etc.) in CA.
Active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred).
A minimum of 3 years’ clinical experience in a mental health care or acute care setting.
Knowledge and experience in the identification and treatment of mental health and co-occurring substance abuse disorders, discharge planning, principles of social work, basic principles of individual and group behavior, and a working knowledge of psychotropic medications.
Ability to remain calm under pressure while assessing patients’ situations, underlying causes of their behavior and developing interventions and treatment plans.
Effective communication skills for building patient rapport and relaying information and treatment plans with other medical and mental health care professionals.
Strong organizational skills to keep track of patient treatment plans and progress notes.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Correctional healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients in residence with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues, ensuring they receive quality care that protects their rights, dignity, and health.
Conducting mental health evaluations, including gathering psychosocial histories, administering psychological tests, and identifying mental health needs and risks.
Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans based on assessments, incorporating various therapeutic approaches and interventions.
Providing individual counseling and facilitating group therapy sessions to address a range of mental health concerns, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse.
Managing a caseload of inmates, coordinating care with other professionals, and ensuring continuity of care.
Responding to and managing mental health crises, providing immediate support and stabilization.
Collaborating with inmates, correctional staff, and community-based resources to develop comprehensive reentry plans that support successful community reintegration.
Working closely with other professionals, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and correctional staff, to ensure effective and coordinated care.
Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records, progress notes, and other required documentation.
Monitoring compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures, taking appropriate corrective action, and ensuring compliance with ACA, NCCHC standards.