Counselor for Mental Health in Correctional Settings

7 days ago

Lincoln, Nebraska, United States Wexford Health Sources Full time

Company Overview

Welcome to Wexford Health Sources, one of the nation's largest correctional healthcare providers. For over 30 years, our team of dedicated clinical professionals has helped millions of justice-involved patients receive life-changing medical and mental health services.

We serve patients from marginalized or impoverished backgrounds, often representing their first experience with quality, compassionate healthcare. Our mission is to care for those who cannot care for themselves, changing lives and making a difference.

Salary

$28-$36 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. Licensed professionals are eligible for higher rates: $32-$36 per hour for LPC, LSW, ALMFT, LCPC, LCSW, and LMFT holders.

Job Description

Mental Health Professional

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the designated Wexford Health manager and clinical supervision from the Chief Psychiatrist, this position provides social work services to patients receiving mental health services at Lincoln Correctional Center in Illinois.

Duties include assessment, consultation, liaison, and psychotherapeutic interventions as needed. Clinical findings are communicated through written reports and consultations with Mental Health Unit staff. Electronic medical records are utilized throughout the scope of duties and responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide clinical screenings and assessments for treatment needs of offenders referred by medical, counseling, security, or other center staff.
  • In the absence of a Clinical Psychologist, provide clinical supervision of the center Crisis Team, including quarterly training and consultation on crisis interventions.
  • Offer crisis intervention counseling, brief therapy, and group therapy as indicated for Center residents.
  • Consult on mental health issues with the center medical staff and provide staff training on mental health topics.
  • Monitor the provision of crisis services, reviewing documentation for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to Center directives and procedures.
  • Assess and address the clinical condition and treatment needs of special offender populations, such as Guilty but Mentally III or those receiving antipsychotic medication.
  • Maintain required documentation on all mental health contacts, submitting a monthly summary report to the agency Chief of Mental Health Services.
  • Where necessary, provide psychological services for offenders transferring to Mental Health facilities, including workups and court testimony.
  • Participate in Behavioral Health Ground Rounds as directed and perform other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements:

  • Current license in one of the following areas: LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC, LMFT, or ALMFT.
  • CPR certification from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or American Safety and Health Institute.
  • Master's degree from an accredited university in a mental health field.

Benefits

  • Annual increases in salary.
  • 40 paid days off per year.
  • Comprehensive health insurance through BlueCross BlueShield.
  • Dental and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with 50% company match.
  • Company-paid short-term disability.
  • Healthcare and dependent care spending account.
  • Paid annual CEUs.

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