Licensed Mental Health Professional - Part time

Wellpath•Ottawa, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a mission-driven organization with a people-first culture that offers excellent career growth opportunities. We are seeking a part-time Licensed Mental Health Professional to join our clinical team at LaSalle County Jail. This role is crucial in ensuring that inmates receive appropriate mental health services and care while incarcerated. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities and best-in-class clinical resources.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or Other Related Mental Health discipline
One (1) or more years of experience in a Mental Health treatment program, preferably in a Correctional or Hospital setting
Unrestricted, current license in the State of practice – e.g. LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMHC, Psychologist
Must maintain all licensures, certifications, continuing educational requirements, etc.
This position is available only to those who reside in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Correctional or Hospital setting

Responsibilities

Conduct screening, assessments, and triages for inmates referred by security, healthcare staff, and other community sources, and provide appropriate recommendations for their level of care.
Develop and recommend treatment plans, conduct essential treatment services such as psychoeducational and transitional groups, and provide suicide prevention interventions and management techniques.
Respond to sick call requests, provide medication adherence, and coordinate with prescribing providers for medication evaluations.
Provide crisis intervention, oversee the clinical needs of patients on caseload, and participate in treatment team multidisciplinary meetings and administrative meetings.
Provide staff training on relevant mental health topics, document all findings in the patient's health record, and ensure compliance with facility and company policies and procedures.