Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Full Time

NaphCare is seeking an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor to join our team of medical professionals in the Pasco County Detention Center in Land O Lakes, Florida. This role involves working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide counseling and mental health care to individuals in residence within a controlled, security-focused environment.

About the Role

This is a unique position where you can make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex mental health and medical needs. The role offers varied duties in a dynamic setting, ensuring engagement and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to patient care and rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff to enhance quality patient care while maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
• Perform and document mental health evaluations, progress notes, individual and group counseling notes, and individual treatment plans.
• Address criminogenic needs and promote positive behavioral change to prepare residents for release.
• Participate 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.
• Document and manage case files, patient progress, prepare reports, and participate in hearings.
• Initiate and/or participate in patient education and treatment programs, such as developing educational materials and providing group therapy.
• Monitor compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures, taking appropriate corrective action, and ensuring compliance with ACA and NCCHC standards.

Requirements

• Master’s-prepared Mental Health Professional with active, unrestricted licensure as a (LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LISW, etc.) in Florida.
• Active BLS CPR Certification (AHA required).
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
• Minimum of 3 years’ clinical experience in a mental health care or acute care setting; correctional healthcare experience preferred.
• 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.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure while assessing patients’ situations, identifying underlying causes of behavior, and developing interventions and treatment plans.
• Strong communication skills for building patient rapport and relaying information and treatment plans with other medical and mental health professionals.
• Excellent organizational skills to track patient treatment plans and progress notes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, integrity, professionalism, and adhere to a Code of Conduct while complying with all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, and walk significant distances.
• Perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Benefits

NaphCare offers competitive salaries and generous benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
• Prescriptions free of charge through the health plan, beginning day one.
• Lowest cost benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401K and Roth with company contribution starting day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs.

NaphCare strongly supports career advancement within the company and is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the U.S.