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Corrections Mental Health Clinician
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What they do
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.
$44,169 / year median in New Mexico
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Are you a licensed Mental Health Therapist looking for a
FRESH START?
If so, we can help YOU!HANSTAFF
is a nationwide healthcare staffing company that has partnered with Correctional Facilities across your State to help them find AMAZING Nurses. We're looking for you to become a valued member of the healthcare team at our client's medical facility! Candidate must live 70 miles away from the facility. This position is located in "Estancia,NM"Pay Rate:
$57 / hourTravel Rate:
Hrly $30,Stipend:
Lodging $672 M&I 413=$1,085. Total comp $2165.00- blended rate: 60.14 Details Full Time Schedules Some weekends may be required 8 or 12 hour shifts available depending on the facility Contract Position (flexible with shift availability is a plus) 13 weeks ICE Clearance takes 4+ weeksDuties:
The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. Conducts mental health screenings and assessments based on a review of available records and clinical interviews with inmates. Provides treatment to inmates by developing, implementing and modifying individual treatment plans based on an evaluation of needs and level of functioning. Documents treatment and evaluation activities in the health care record for each person seen. Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information at all times. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload. Provides appropriate mental health assessments, counseling and crisis interventions to address the needs of inmates.Skills:
Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling or a degree in a related clinical area. Five (5) years of clinical experience which includes two (2) years in a comparable job position required. Must possess appropriate certification or licensing in the state where practice occurs. ie., LPC, LCSW, or LMFT A valid driver's license is preferred unless required by contract or applicable statute.Minimum age requirement:
Must be at least 21 years of age.Education:
Must hold a BLS, and one of the following licenses in the applicable state of practice without any restrictions or supervision required: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist)- not accepted for facilities with an ICE population
State Specific License Names:
LCMFT (Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist)- Kansas Only
- not accepted for facilities with an ICE population
- LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor)
- Illinois, Kansas, Montana, Nevada Only LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker)
- Minnesota Only LIMFT (Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist)
- Ohio Only
- not accepted for facilities with an ICE population
- LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker)
- Ohio Only LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)
- Florida Only
LPC-MHSP
(Licensed Professional Counselor, Mental Health Service Provider)- Tennessee Only LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor)
- California, Minnesota, New Mexico, Ohio Only LSCSW (Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker)
- Kansas Only Benefits Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short-Term Disability Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Competitive Pay Packages