Licensed Mental Health Professional - $2.5k Bonus

Wellpath • Newport, AR

3d

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. Services include screening, diagnostic evaluations, brief therapy, crisis intervention, and other therapeutic interventions. The professional follows applicable licensure standards and state and federal rules and regulations, working under the direction of the Program Manager and Clinical Supervisor. The role is critical to providing quality mental health care to patients.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a related field.
• One or more years 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 the healthcare unit 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 the 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 all 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 activities and staff training, assist with job-shadowing during interviews for potential staff, and be responsible for successful training and performance evaluations of direct reports.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• DailyPay
• Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free counseling and health coaching
• Company-paid life insurance
• Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
• Up to $2,500 bonus available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level