Corrections Health Mental Health Consultant ( Plus 10% Hourly Premium)
Core
Provide direct mental health services including assessment, crisis intervention, counseling, and case management for mentally ill adults and youth in custody.
Role type
Licensed mental health clinician (corrections setting)
Builds
Individual and group therapy, treatment plans, and discharge planning for incarcerated populations
Domain
Healthcare / Corrections / Mental Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Crisis intervention, diagnostic assessment, case management, group facilitation, de-escalation of violent situations, electronic medical records documentation, court testimony
Preferred skills
Master's level clinical experience, severe mental illness expertise, corrections setting experience, alcohol and drug counseling certification
Technologies
Electronic medical records systems
Responsibilities
Conduct initial psychiatric/psychological workups and formulate treatment plans using DSM-5 criteria; manage large caseloads; interface with correctional deputies and support staff; participate in the Mental Health Team and court processes
Seniority
Mid-level clinician (2+ years preferred)