MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL

Benefits Information Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401(k) Matching Health Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Health Savings Account Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount Reduced Tuition Rates Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Pet Insurance Dental Insurance Paid Training Flexible Spending Account The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer Responsibilities Summary: The Mental Health Professional is responsible for provision of a full range of mental health outpatient services from initial assessment, treatment planning, supportive counseling and case management as well as aftercare planning, group psychotherapy, suicide risk assessment and crisis intervention. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct mental health interviews, screenings, and evaluations to determine appropriate mental health services and treatment plans to address specific mental health needs. Provide supportive mental health services: brief individual counseling, group counseling (process or psycho-educational), and specialty group counseling (anger management, coping skills, end of sentence, life term, etc.). Provide case management services to ensure continuity of ongoing service delivery. Prepare all related mental health documentation following applicable organizational and state standards in a clear, thorough, and timely manner. Consult with Security, Medical, Classification and other departments as needed. Respond to psychological emergencies and provide crisis intervention (involuntary hospitalization, placement under observation due to suicide risk, or inability to adjust within general population due to symptoms of mental illness). Conduct post-release planning and communicate with community based mental health facilities for referral and continuity of care. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health related field such as Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work. State licensure (dependent upon the state) as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPC/LPCC) (if claiming license eligibility, applicant must be able to provide proper documentation) required. One (1) year experience providing mental health services in an institutional setting is preferred. Ability to work in crisis situations in a professional and mature manner. Strong counseling and motivational skills. Must be able to work individual and in a team environment. Above average verbal and writing skills. Must be able to develop clear and concise reports in a timely manner. Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department. Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. #J-18808-Ljbffr