Basic Life Support (BLS), Behavioral Health, Clinical Medicine, Correctional Health, Crisis Intervention, Healthcare, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensing, Medical Records, Needs Assessment, Outpatient Care, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Social Work, Treatment Evaluation, Treatment Plan
Pay Range: $60to $68/hr. (Includes stipend)
Title: Mental Health Therapist
Location: Estancia, NM 87016
Job Type: Contract
Shift: Days- 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.
Skills: - 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. ie., LPC, LCSW.
Education: - Must hold a BLS from AHA, and one of the following licenses in the applicable state of practice without any restrictions or supervision required:
- LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
- LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)
Quick Qualification Questions:- Do you hold an active, unrestricted LCSW or LPC license in the state of New Mexico?
- Do you have a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or a related clinical field?
- Do you hold a current AHA BLS certification?
- Do you have at least 5 years of clinical experience as a Mental Health Therapist or in a related role?
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