Mental Health Therapist, LPC or LCSW

Role

• Mental
• Health
• Therapist/Counselor,
• LPC or
• LCSW
• Location:
• California
• City,
• CA
• Position: Full Time + Benefits & Sign on Bonus

Must Have

+ 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. + Must possess appropriate LPC, LMFT or LCSW certification or licensing in the state where practice occurs. + 2 years of clinical experience.

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. + 2 years of clinical experience + Must possess appropriate LPC, LMFT or LCSW certification or licensing in the state where practice occurs. Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.