Licensed Behavior Health Professionals - This posting is open exclusively to cur
NaphCare, Inc., Clayton, AL, United States
Licensed Social Worker (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LMSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC) - Ventress Correctional Facility, Clayton, Alabama.
This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.
Responsibilities
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
Demonstrate knowledge of DSM‑V / DSM‑V‑TR criteria
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
Master’s prepared Mental Health Professional degree in counseling or related field, i.e. social work
Has an active, unrestricted licensure as a (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LISW, LPCC, etc.) in Alabama
Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred)
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 assessing patients’ situations, underlying causes of their behavior and be able to develop interventions and treatment plans
Effective communication 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 correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Must pass the facility’s 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.
Benefits
Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
Lowest Cost Benefits!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
Tuition Assistance
Referral bonuses
Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
Generous paid time off & paid holidays
Free continuing education and CMEs
Equal Opportunity Employer
Disability/veteran
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This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.
Responsibilities
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
Demonstrate knowledge of DSM‑V / DSM‑V‑TR criteria
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
Master’s prepared Mental Health Professional degree in counseling or related field, i.e. social work
Has an active, unrestricted licensure as a (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LISW, LPCC, etc.) in Alabama
Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred)
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 assessing patients’ situations, underlying causes of their behavior and be able to develop interventions and treatment plans
Effective communication 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 correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Must pass the facility’s 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.
Benefits
Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
Lowest Cost Benefits!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
Tuition Assistance
Referral bonuses
Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
Generous paid time off & paid holidays
Free continuing education and CMEs
Equal Opportunity Employer
Disability/veteran
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