Licensed Social Worker (MHP) or Counselor - Full Time

NaphCare•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring an experienced Licensed Social Worker Mental Health Counselor (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, etc.) to work at the Pima County Juvenile Detention Center in Tucson, Arizona. The role provides counseling and mental health care to residents in a controlled correctional environment, working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals. The counselor assesses, diagnoses, and treats residents with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues while protecting their rights, dignity, and health. This is a full-time position with a Wednesday–Saturday schedule from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The role involves clinical documentation, individual and group counseling, treatment planning, case management, coordination with facility staff, and support for residents preparing for release. Physical requirements include standing for extended periods, moving patients, walking significant distances, and performing physically demanding tasks such as CPR. NaphCare describes itself as one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities in the United States and notes opportunities for career advancement. Benefits for full-time employees include health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on day one, prescriptions through the health plan, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) and Roth plans with company contributions, tuition assistance, referral bonuses, term life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and continuing education and CMEs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of clinical experience in a mental health care or acute care setting.
Knowledge and experience identifying and treating mental health and co-occurring substance abuse disorders.
Knowledge of discharge planning, principles of social work, basic principles of individual and group behavior, and psychotropic medications.
Ability to remain calm under pressure while assessing patients’ situations and behavioral causes, and developing 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 for tracking patient treatment plans and progress notes.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and adherence to a Code of Conduct, facility correctional healthcare policies and procedures, and legal requirements.
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients 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 is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose, and treat residents 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 prepare residents for release.
Participate in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients, security personnel, and healthcare staff.
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.