Mental Health Therapist - Corrections; Notional

Mental Health Therapist - Corrections

This position is NOTIONAL and is contingent upon contract award.

In our organization, these professionals are placed in the position of Mental Health Therapist (LSCW/LSP/LMFT) to 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.

• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments based on a review of available records and clinical interviews with inmates.
• Provide treatment to inmates by developing, implementing and modifying individual treatment plans based on an evaluation of needs and level of functioning.
• Document treatment and evaluation activities in the health care record for each person seen.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information at all times.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload.
• Provide appropriate mental health assessments, counseling and crisis interventions to address the needs of inmates.

• 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, i.e., LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
• BLS certification.
• 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.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

For OFCCP compliance, the taxable entity associated with this job posting is:
Acuity‑CHS, LLC