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SOUTHERN HEALTH PARTNERS INC

Qualified Mental Health Professional

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A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$36,223 / year median in Georgia

+25% projected growth

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Job Description

Make a Difference in Just a Few Hours Each Week Qualified Mental Health Professional (LPC, LCSW, or Psychiatric RN) Morgan County Detention Center | Madison, GA Part Time | Flexible Schedule | 6 Hours Per Week Onsite Patient Care Required | No Virtual Services Sometimes the greatest impact doesn't come from working more hours. It comes from being exactly where you're needed. Southern Health Partners is seeking a compassionate and experienced Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to provide onsite behavioral health services at the Morgan County Detention Center. This flexible, part time opportunity is ideal for a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Psychiatric Registered Nurse who is passionate about improving mental health outcomes while maintaining work life balance. In this role, you'll work alongside an experienced medical team to assess, support, and guide patients experiencing behavioral health needs in a secure correctional healthcare environment. Your expertise will help provide stability, hope, and continuity of care for an underserved population. What You'll Do Provide onsite behavioral health assessments and evaluations. Develop and monitor individualized treatment plans. Respond to mental health referrals and collaborate with the interdisciplinary medical team. Assist with crisis intervention, behavioral health education, and continuity of care. Maintain accurate and timely documentation. Ensure services meet professional standards and correctional healthcare guidelines. Provide all care onsite at the facility. This position does not offer remote or telehealth services. ✅ Qualifications Current Georgia license as one of the following: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Registered Nurse with psychiatric/behavioral health experience Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, counseling, or correctional healthcare preferred. Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating with the healthcare team. Current CPR certification or ability to obtain upon hire. Part Time Benefits & Perks Flexible scheduling Bi Weekly Direct Deposit 401(k) Eligibility After One Year Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Monthly Continuing Education Opportunities Tuition Discounts Company Paid Professional Liability Insurance Employee Referral Bonus Program Supportive clinical leadership and collaborative team environment The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community Why Southern Health Partners? For more than 30 years , Southern Health Partners has been a trusted leader in correctional healthcare, partnering with facilities across the country to provide quality, patient centered care. We value our teammates, support professional growth, and believe every patient deserves compassionate healthcare. Follow Life at
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@SHPJailMedical Southern Health Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are subject to pre employment screening, which may include a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required screenings, facility credentialing, and hiring requirements.