Mental Health Specialist - PRN
Core Civic•Youngstown, OH
•$27 - $32
About The Position
CoreCivic is seeking a Mental Health Specialist to provide mental health care to inmates in an institutional setting. The role involves screening and assessing inmates, coordinating care with clinical and multidisciplinary staff, developing and modifying treatment plans, providing counseling and crisis interventions, and documenting services in health care records. The position requires strict confidentiality and knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques.
Requirements
- A degree from an accredited college or university in social or behavioral science or a closely related field, as required by the state.
- One year of experience primarily providing mental health or counseling services.
- Must possess an Ohio LSW, LPC, or LCSW license.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must demonstrate thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques, as demonstrated through treatment and activities used for individuals in the caseload.
Nice To Haves
- A valid driver's license is preferred, unless required by contract or applicable statute.
- Related work experience involving direct counseling services or training in counseling services may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Responsibilities
- Conduct mental health screenings and assessments using available records and clinical interviews with inmates.
- Coordinate with clinical staff, including psychiatrists, psychologists, physicians, nurses, and social workers, to exchange information about patient psychological problems and support integrated treatment and follow-through.
- Develop, implement, and modify individual treatment plans based on inmates’ needs and functioning.
- Document treatment and evaluation activities in health care records.
- Consult with multidisciplinary staff, including security staff, unit staff, and facility management, and make recommendations concerning inmate behavior and mental health issues.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information.
- Provide mental health assessments, counseling, and confrontation-avoidance interventions for inmates in crisis.
- Administer mental status examinations or other psychological tests and instruments as needed to evaluate treatment, adjustment, and placement needs.
