P/T MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST, INTERN
About The Position
The Mental Health Specialist provides a full range of outpatient mental health services to inmates, including initial assessment, treatment planning, supportive counseling, case management, aftercare planning, group psychotherapy, and crisis evaluation and support. The role conducts mental health interviews, screenings, and evaluations; determines appropriate services and treatment plans; and provides individual, group, specialty-group, and consultation services. It also provides case management on a 30-to-90-day basis, prepares required documentation, coordinates with facility departments on mental health concerns, responds to psychological emergencies, and supports post-release planning and continuity of care with community mental health facilities.
Requirements
- Master’s degree and full licensure, provisional licensure, or registered intern status as a mental health provider under Chapter 491 of the Florida Statutes.
- Ability to work professionally and maturely in crisis situations.
- Strong counseling and motivational skills.
- Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
- Above-average verbal and writing skills.
- Ability to develop clear and concise reports in a timely manner.
- Ability to use computers and software typically used by the department.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience providing mental health services in an institutional setting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct mental health interviews, screenings, and evaluations and determine appropriate services and treatment plans.
- Provide brief individual counseling, group counseling, specialty group counseling, and inmate consultations.
- Provide case management services on a 30-to-90-day basis to ensure continuity of care.
- Prepare related mental health documentation clearly, thoroughly, and in a timely manner in accordance with organizational and state standards.
- Consult with Security, Medical, Classification, and other departments about inmate mental health concerns.
- Respond to psychological emergencies and provide crisis intervention, including involuntary hospitalization when required.
- Conduct post-release planning and communicate with community-based mental health facilities to support referrals and continuity of care.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive employee benefits
- Competitive wages
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
