Mental Health Clinician-Dept. of Corrections

Unity Health Care.•Washington, DC

44d•Onsite

About The Position

Unity Health Care is the largest network of community health centers in Washington, D.C., dedicated to delivering compassionate, culturally competent, and patient-centered healthcare services to underserved communities throughout the District. Through integrated medical, behavioral health, and supportive services, Unity Health Care advances health equity while improving access to comprehensive whole-person care. Unity’s Department of Corrections (DOC) Behavioral Health team provides trauma-informed, recovery-focused care to justice-involved individuals within a collaborative correctional healthcare environment focused on improving behavioral health outcomes and continuity of care.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field required
Current DC license as an LPC, LICSW, LGSW, or equivalent behavioral health license required
Minimum of three (3) years of post-graduate experience in a psychiatric social work or behavioral health setting required
Strong knowledge of mental health diagnoses and psychotherapy techniques
Working knowledge of psychopharmacology and substance use treatment modalities
Excellent communication, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Ability to work effectively within a secure correctional healthcare environment
Commitment to serving underserved and justice-involved populations

Nice To Haves

Be part of a mission-driven organization serving vulnerable and underserved communities throughout Washington, DC
Make a meaningful impact providing behavioral health services within the correctional healthcare system
Collaborate within a multidisciplinary and supportive behavioral health environment
Access opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, mentorship, and leadership development
Participate in innovative, recovery-focused behavioral health initiatives serving justice-involved populations
Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a team-oriented work culture
Contribute to an organization committed to compassion, health equity, and whole-person care

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychosocial evaluations for inmates admitted to the Mental Health Unit within required timeframes
Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary treatment teams
Create comprehensive discharge plans that connect patients with community-based services, Core Service Agencies, healthcare providers, and support resources
Assist inmates with applications for identification cards, health insurance, medication assistance programs, and income assistance resources
Provide individual and group psychotherapy services within the Mental Health Unit
Collaborate and communicate effectively with providers, behavioral health teams, and correctional officers assigned to the unit
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with Unity Health Care and DOC policies and procedures
Track and maintain required service and patient care data
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, treatment planning, and continuity of care initiatives
Support trauma-informed, culturally competent, and recovery-focused behavioral health services
Perform additional related duties as assigned