Licensed Mental Health Counselor

NaphCare•Montgomery, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor to provide counseling and mental health care to people residing at Kilby Correctional Facility in Mt. Meigs, Alabama. The counselor works alongside correctional officers and medical professionals in a controlled environment where security is a priority. This role serves patients with complex mental health and medical needs, including mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues, while protecting their rights, dignity, and health. Full-time and part-time positions are available.

Requirements

Master's-prepared mental health professional with active, unrestricted Alabama licensure as an LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LISW, or equivalent.
Active BLS CPR certification; American Heart Association certification preferred.
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 for building patient rapport and relaying information and treatment plans to medical and mental health professionals.
Strong organizational skills to track patient treatment plans and progress notes.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and professionalism, adhere to a Code of Conduct, and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
Ability to 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.
BLS CPR certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues.
Collaborate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff to improve patient care while maintaining 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 help prepare residents for release.
Participate in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients, security personnel, and healthcare staff.
Apply knowledge of DSM-V and DSM-V-TR criteria.
Document and manage case files and patient progress, prepare reports, and participate in hearings.
Initiate 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.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one for full-time employees.
Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning on day one.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting on day one.
Tuition assistance.
Referral bonuses.
Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
Free continuing education and CMEs.
Competitive salaries and support for career advancement.