Licensed Mental Health Counselor

NaphCare•Wetumpka, AL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is seeking to hire an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LCSW, LCMHC, etc.) to join their team of medical professionals in the Julia Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka, AL. As a Correctional Licensed Mental Health Counselor, the individual will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide counseling and mental health care to the individuals in residence. This role operates within a controlled environment where security is a top priority, offering diverse duties. It is a unique position to make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex mental health and medical needs. The Licensed Mental Health Counselor is responsible for 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.

Requirements

Master's prepared Mental Health Professional with active, unrestricted licensure as a (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LISW, etc.) in AL
Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
A minimum of 3 years’ clinical experience in a mental health care or acute care setting
Must have 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
Correctional counselors must be able to remain calm under pressure while assess patients’ situations, underlying causes of their behavior and be able to develop interventions and treatment plans
Effective communications skills are required for building patient rapport and relaying information and treatment plan with other medical and mental health care professionals
Strong organizational skills are needed to keep track of patient treatment plans and progress notes
Must have the 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

Nice To Haves

Correctional healthcare experience preferred
BLS CPR Certification from American Heart Association preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborating with medical, mental health and correctional staff to enhance quality patient care while maintaining a safe and secure work environment
Performing and documenting mental health evaluations, progress notes, individual and group counseling notes, individual treatment plans, addressing criminogenic needs and promoting positive behavioral change to prepare residents for release
Participating in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients, security personnel, and healthcare staff
Demonstrate knowledge of DSM-V / DSM-V-TR criteria
Documenting and managing case files, patient progress, preparing reports, and participating in hearings
Initiating and/or participating in patient education and treatment programs, such as developing educational materials and providing group therapy
Monitoring compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures, taking appropriate corrective action, and ensuring compliance with ACA, NCCHC standards