Corrections Mental Health Clinician

Job Description

Licensed Mental Health Therapist - Estancia,NM

Local Pay: $57 / hour

Join our team and make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional care in a professional healthcare setting. We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who is committed to providing high-quality patient care.


New to correctional healthcare? Join a dedicated team delivering high-quality patient care in a safe, secure, and professionally managed correctional setting.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Quick & Easy Application - Apply anytime, anywhere with our enHANce app.
• Referral Rewards- Receive referral bonuses for eligible healthcare professionals you refer.($800 referrer / $200 referee)
• Personalized Support - Work with a dedicated recruiter committed to your success.
• Exclusive Employee Benefits - Enjoy free continuing education (CEUs) exclusive marketplace discounts, hotel savings, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.

Shift 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+ weeks

Candidate must live 70 miles away from the facility

This position is located in "Estancia,NM"

Duties & Responsibilities:

• CThe 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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.
• Copy of current, completed Primary Source Verification (PSV) from the appropriate licensing board or verification agency, if required.
• Copy of all current required certifications and compliance documents (e.g., .BLS, N95 fit test, immunization records, TB test, or other client-specific requirements).

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

Job Requirements

Corrections