Mental Health Therapist Torrance
Core Civic•Estancia, NM
•$94,000 - $103,000•Onsite
About The Position
At CoreCivic, mental health teams provide care intended to make lasting changes in the lives of offenders. The position is placed as a Mental Health Coordinator and plans and provides non-medical clinical mental health services in a facility. The successful candidate must perform the listed functions at a pace and level consistent with the job’s performance requirements.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or a related clinical area.
- Five years of clinical experience, including two years in a comparable job position.
- Appropriate certification or licensing in the state where practice occurs, such as LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Nice To Haves
- A valid driver’s license is preferred unless required by contract or applicable statute.
Responsibilities
- Conduct mental health screenings and assessments based on available records and clinical interviews with inmates.
- Develop, implement, and modify individual treatment plans based on evaluations of inmates’ needs and level of functioning.
- Document treatment and evaluation activities in the health care record for each person seen.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information.
- Apply knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques through treatments and activities used for individuals in the caseload.
- Provide mental health assessments, counseling, and crisis interventions to address inmates’ needs.
Benefits
- Eligible for up to 5% annual bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
