Licensed Social Worker (MHP) or Counselor - Full Time

Naphcare, Inc.•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is seeking an experienced Licensed Social Worker Mental Health Counselor (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, etc.) to join its medical team at the Pima County Juvenile Detention Center in Tucson, Arizona. This full-time correctional healthcare role provides counseling and mental health care to residents in a controlled environment where security is a top priority. The position involves supporting a diverse population with complex mental health and medical needs. The counselor assesses, diagnoses, and treats residents with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues, while protecting their rights, dignity, and health. The role works closely with correctional officers and medical professionals and includes evaluations, counseling, treatment planning, case documentation, patient education, and support for safe and effective care.

Requirements

At least 3 years of clinical experience in a mental health care or acute care setting.
Knowledge and experience in 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, assess patients’ situations and underlying behavioral causes, and develop 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 to track 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.
Must be able 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.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff to enhance 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 residents’ criminogenic needs and promote positive behavioral change to prepare them 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.