Licensed Correctional Mental Health Counselor Date Posted:

5 October 2026

Closing Date:

November 4, 2026

Recruiter:

SOUTHERN HEALTH PARTNERS INC

Location:

Butler, Kentucky Salary:

USD72,000

to

USD86,000

Job Type & Industry:

Technology Risk Contract Type:

Permanent Job Reference:

3005985034-2 Apply for this job now Job Description Southern Health Partners Inc seeks a Licensed Social Worker or Counselor to deliver mental health services within correctional facilities. In this role, you will provide individual and group counseling, conduct psychosocial assessments, and create collaborative treatment plans for incarcerated patients. You will work closely with medical, psychiatric, and custody teams to support crisis intervention, manage suicide risk, and ensure continuity of care. Our supportive, team-focused culture offers ongoing training, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a vulnerable population. Responsibilities Provide individual and group counseling to incarcerated patients Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans Coordinate care with medical, psychiatric, and custody staff Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation Support crisis intervention and suicide risk assessments Educate patients on coping skills and community resources Ensure compliance with correctional and healthcare regulations Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews Advocate for appropriate mental health services and referrals Contribute to a safe, therapeutic correctional environment Required Skills Clinical counseling Psychosocial assessment Treatment planning Crisis intervention Suicide risk assessment Case management Electronic health records (EHR) documentation Knowledge of correctional healthcare regulations Interdisciplinary collaboration Behavioral health screening tools