Licensed Social Workers (MHPs) or Counselors PRNNaphCare • Tucson, Arizona, USA

Licensed Social Workers (MHPs) or Counselors PRN

NaphCare • Tucson, Arizona, USA

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Overview

NaphCare is seeking to hire an experienced Licensed Social Worker Mental Health Counselor (LCSW LCMHC LMFT LMHP LMSW LISW LPC or LPCC) to join our team of medical professionals in the Pima County Detention Center in Tucson Arizona . We currently have PRN positions available!

As a Correctional Licensed Social Worker Mental Health Counselor you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide counseling and mental health care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment where security is top priority and the days are never dull you will have various duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health and medical needs.

Responsibilities

Job Duties / Responsibilities

The Licensed Social Worker Mental Health Counselor i s responsible for assessing diagnosing and treating patients in residence with mental illnesses substance use disorders and behavioral issues ensuring they receive quality care that protects their rights dignity and health. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to :

Collaborating with medical mental health and correctional staff to enhance quality patient care while maintaining a safe and secure work environment
Performing and documenting mental health evaluations progress notes individual and group counseling notes individual treatment plans addressing criminogenic needs and promoting positive behavioral change to prepare residents for release
Participating in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients security personnel and healthcare staff
Documenting and managing case files patient progress preparing reports and participating in hearings
Initiating and / or participating in patient education and treatment programs such as developing educational materials and providing group therapy
Monitoring compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures taking appropriate corrective action and ensuring compliance with ACA NCCHC standards

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications / Skills

A minimum of 3 years clinical experience in a mental health care or acute care setting with correctional healthcare experience preferred

Must have knowledge and experience in the identification and treatment of mental health and co-occurring substance abuse disorders discharge planning principles of social work basic principles of individual and group behavior and a working knowledge of psychotropic medications

Correctional counselors must be able to remain calm under pressure while assess patients situations underlying causes of their behavior and be able to develop interventions and treatment plans

Effective communications skills are required for building patient rapport and relaying information and treatment plan with other medical and mental health care professionals

Strong organizational skills are needed to keep track of patient treatment plans and progress notes

Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and / or confidential information and integrity professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies procedures and legal requirements

Must pass the facilitys criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities :

Must have the ability to stand for long periods lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds) bend squat reach push pull walk significant distances and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare now may be the addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits we strongly support career advancement within the company.

Want a better idea of what its like to work in a jail See what our MHPs do :

NaphCare - Life as a Mental Health Professional - YouTube

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare apply directly to the position to initiate the application process and Ill be in touch.

Equal Opportunity Employer : disability / veteran

Key Skills

Motivational Interviewing,Acute Care,Crisis Intervention,Behavioral Health,Intake Experience,Hospice Care,Case Management,Home Care,Child Welfare,Experience with Children,Social Work,Addiction Counseling

Employment Type : Gig

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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