Mental Health Therapist
Company: Core Civic
Location: Tutwiler
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
$65,000 - $75,000 / HourlyAtCoreCivic, our mental health teams
make lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the
standards of care in the industry.In our organization, these
professionals are placed in the position ofMental Health
Therapistto plan and provide clinical mental health services of a
non-medical nature in the facility. The 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.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. A valid driver's license is preferred unless required by
contract or applicable statute.Minimum age requirement: Must be at
least 18 years of age. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE
including Disability/Veteran. Associated topics: advocate,
clinician, coordinator, domestic, insights, lcsw, npho, rww,
violence, women
Keywords: Core Civic, Southaven , Mental Health Therapist, Healthcare , Tutwiler, Mississippi
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