Licensed Social Worker (MHP) or Counselor

Naphcare, Inc.•Fort Myers, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring an experienced Licensed Social Worker Mental Health Counselor to join its medical team at the Lee County Jail in Fort Myers, Florida. The role provides counseling and mental health care to individuals in residence while working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals in a controlled environment where security is a priority. The position serves a diverse patient population with complex mental health and medical needs. The counselor assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues, while protecting their rights, dignity, and health. The role also involves maintaining accurate clinical documentation and case files, supporting treatment and education programs, and helping prepare residents for release. NaphCare describes itself as one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities in the United States and notes that it supports career advancement within the company.

Requirements

A minimum of 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 working knowledge of psychotropic medications.
Ability to remain calm under pressure.
Effective communication skills to build patient rapport and relay 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 of proprietary and/or confidential information.
Integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, 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.
Must hold one of the listed licenses or credentials: LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LMSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC.

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 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 and/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.
Assess patients’ situations and underlying causes of behavior and develop interventions and treatment plans.