Behavioral Health Professional (LMSW, LPC, or equivalent)

Join the VitalCore Team in New Mexico! We're people fueled by passion, not by profit! VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in correctional healthcare, has an opening for Full-Time Qualified Behavioral Health Professionals (LSW, LPC, LMFT, LMLP or equivalent) at Otero County Detention Center, New Mexico! Curious about rewarding work within an underserved community with a company that values education and teamwork with great benefits and pay? At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff. Drug Screen and Background Check Required QUALIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALBENEFITS PACKAGE: Holiday Pay: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day Medical Dental Vision Health Savings Account Life Insurance Short Term/Long Term Disability Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center 401K & Plan Matching PTO Annual Incentive Bonus Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account QUALIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALPOSITION SUMMARY The Behavioral Health Professional will be involved in working with all disciplines on the Behavioral Health Unit to attain effectiveness in serving the patient population. QUALIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Must be a Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician who can administer assessments, make clinical decisions, provide Mental Health treatment, and hold any of the following licenses: LMSW, LPC, or equivalent. QUALIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Behavioral Health Professional performs risk assessment of inmates; coordination of care with interdisciplinary team including medical staff, community providers, psychiatric hospitals and corrections; and discharge planning. The Behavioral Health Professional assists inmates in planning and implementing treatment goals for the duration of their stay in the Sedgwick County Jail. The Behavioral Health Professional assists in planning and implementing the goals and objectives of programs and projects. The Behavioral Health Professional provides the necessary preparation of documentation, necessary records and reports.

QUALIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SCHEDULE

Full-Time Pay Rate- $33-$35 days depending on experience. Pay Rate- $35-$38 evenings depending on experience. This is a fast-paced work environment that utilizes clinical skills such as prioritizing treatment needs; crisis management; brief clinical interventions including CBT and Motivational Interviewing. Excellent and timely documentation skills required. The ideal candidate is able to make independent clinical decisions, while utilizing assistance and supervisory intervention, as needed. VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. Keywords: LPC, LCSW, Licensed Social Worker, Social Worker, Social Work, Behavioral Health, LMFT, LMLP #INDKS #J-18808-Ljbffr VitalCore Health Strategies