Licensed Mental Health Clinician

At CoreCivic, our mental health teams make lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care in the industry. The Licensed Mental Health Clinician plans professional mental health service programs of a non‑medical nature in the facility. Coordinates and directs the activities of personnel engaged in providing mental health services to inmates/residents.

$69,000 - $76,000 / YEAR

Essential Functions The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements. Any additional qualifications and/or essential job functions applicable for specific facility locations or post assignments will be contained in Appendix A. Conduct mental health screenings and assessments based on review of available records, and clinical interviews with inmates including rounds in segregation or other confined housing areas to assess inmate adjustment and mental health treatment needs. Provide treatment to inmates by developing, implementing, and modifying individual multidisciplinary treatment plans in coordination with other clinical and interdepartmental staff, mandating a thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload. Document treatment and evaluation activities in the health‑care record for each person seen. Supervise staff in the performance of their duties and evaluate as prescribed by company policy. This includes training new employees, evaluating performance and preparing written performance reviews, listening to concerns and effectively resolving disputes or issues, taking corrective or disciplinary action, and developing work schedules for staff. Consult with and make appropriate recommendations to multidisciplinary staff (e.g., security staff, unit staff, facility management) regarding behavior and mental health issues affecting inmates to include conflict avoidance strategy/intervention. Evaluate and advocate for inmates involved in disciplinary or due process events in a way that is consistent with policy, contract requirements, and applicable accreditation standards. Administer mental status exams or use other psychological tests and instruments as necessary to evaluate inmates' treatment, adjustment, and placement needs. Serve as a member of the institution Segregation Review panel and Special Needs Treatment Plan committee during regularly scheduled meetings. Engage in community reentry services through discharge planning and communicating with others about service needs for releasing inmates who are seriously mentally ill. Maintain and monitor confidentiality of inmates/residents and their files. Audit files to determine that all services provided are documented. Review status of inmates/residents to verify that all treatment and therapeutic programs are completed. Coordinate professional services provided by contract personnel, if applicable, and provide for their needs to be addressed. Utilize established corporate, facility and correctional policies and procedures in making decisions, but perform with a high degree of independence and professional administrative skill and use sound independent judgment in meeting responsibilities and performing the duties of the position. Screen requests for non‑medical records and approve/disapprove responses as appropriate following policy and procedures. Cooperate and coordinate with the facility training manager for the delivery of required staff training programs. Ensure that each subordinate employee supervised receives training. Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters to include administering basic emergency medical aid, physically removing people away from dangerous situations, and securing and evacuating people from confined areas. Domestic U.S. travel may be required. Qualifications Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health counseling or a related clinical field. Two years clinical experience which includes one year in a comparable job position required. Pre‑licensure training experience applies toward the required experience. Must possess a current, unrestricted license to practice in the state where practice occurs. 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. CoreCivic is a drug‑free workplace and an equal‑opportunity employer, including disability/veteran preference. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mississippi Department of Employment Security