Licensed Mental Health Professional - $2.5k Bonus

Wellpath•Calico Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Mental Health Professional Master's at the Arkansas Department of Corrections provides mental health services to patients using evidence-based practices, including screening, diagnostic evaluations, and therapeutic interventions such as brief therapy and crisis intervention. The role follows applicable licensure standards and state and federal rules and regulations, and works under the direction of the Program Manager and Clinical Supervisor. The position is available only to U.S. residents.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a related field.
At least one year of experience in a mental health treatment program.
Licensed or license-eligible as a Master’s Social Worker or Counselor.
Must reside in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a correctional or hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake evaluations, assessments, and triage for patients referred by Security, healthcare staff, and community sources, and recommend the appropriate level of care to healthcare and security staff.
Provide treatment services, including psychoeducational groups, substance abuse counseling, and transitional groups; develop treatment plans; conduct suicide risk assessments; and provide crisis intervention and management for high-risk patients.
Oversee clinical needs of patients on the caseload and consult with healthcare and security staff about patient behaviors and safety concerns.
Provide linkage and discharge planning services when necessary.
Work effectively with staff, provide training on relevant mental health topics, and document findings in patient health records.
Provide services in compliance with facility and company safety and mental health policies and procedures.
Participate in peer review and staff training, assist with job-shadowing during interviews of potential staff, and be responsible for training and performance evaluations of direct reports.