Licensed Mental Health Professional

About the role

The Licensed Mental Health Provider will deliver mental health services in a correctional healthcare setting, conducting assessments, providing therapy, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments through interviews, case history reviews, and observational techniques.
• Provide crisis management and short-term, solution-focused therapy as needed.
• Evaluate and apply appropriate interventions for patients using DSM-5 criteria.
• Develop and initiate interdisciplinary treatment plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff, mental health professionals, and correctional staff to coordinate patient care and treatment.
• Consult with other professionals regarding therapeutic approaches and treatment adjustments.
• Document patient activities, treatment progress, and any changes in care plans.
• Conduct follow-up evaluations to assess the effectiveness of interventions and make adjustments as necessary.
• Adhere to established policies, procedures, professional standards, and all federal, state, and local guidelines.
• Maintain compliance with continuous quality improvement, safety, infection control, and environmental standards.
• Follow MEDIKO's Standards of Professional Conduct.
• Respond to requests from correctional staff and MEDIKO staff in accordance with facility guidelines and conduct standards.
• Follow the facility's rules, regulations, and chain of command while working within the detention/correctional environment.
• Provide clinical supervision to Resident LMHPs, as applicable, ensuring appropriate oversight of clinical care, documentation, and professional development.

Requirements

• A current, valid state(s) licensure, certificate and/or credentials documenting ability to practice in applicable role (i.e. LMHP, etc.)
• A High School diploma or GED is required.
• An Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Healthcare, Nursing, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• 1-3 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in a correctional healthcare or similar environment.
• Experience in roles that involve direct patient care or administrative support in a regulated environment is preferred.
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to the correctional setting is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, adhere to protocols, and deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced, structured environment.
• Active CPR/BLS certificate required (American Heart Association/American Red Cross guideline approved).

Qualifications

• Current, valid state(s) licensure, certificate and/or credentials documenting ability to practice in applicable role (i.e. LMHP, etc.)
• A High School diploma or GED
• An Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Healthcare, Nursing, or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in a correctional healthcare or similar environment
• Experience in roles that involve direct patient care or administrative support in a regulated environment
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to the correctional setting
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, adhere to protocols, and deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced, structured environment
• Active CPR/BLS certificate required

Skills

• Ability to conduct patient assessments through interviews, case history reviews, and observational techniques
• Knowledge of crisis management and short-term, solution-focused therapy
• Understanding of DSM-5 criteria for evaluating and applying appropriate interventions
• Experience in developing and initiating interdisciplinary treatment plans
• Collaboration with healthcare staff, mental health professionals, and correctional staff
• Consultation with other professionals regarding therapeutic approaches and treatment adjustments
• Documentation of patient activities, treatment progress, and any changes in care plans
• Conducting follow-up evaluations to assess the effectiveness of interventions and make adjustments as necessary
• Compliance with established policies, procedures, professional standards, and all federal, state, and local guidelines
• Maintenance of compliance with continuous quality improvement, safety, infection control, and environmental standards
• Following MEDIKO's Standards of Professional Conduct
• Responding to requests from correctional staff and MEDIKO staff in accordance with facility guidelines and conduct standards
• Following the facility's rules, regulations, and chain of command while working within the detention/correctional environment
• Providing clinical supervision to Resident LMHPs, as applicable, ensuring appropriate oversight of clinical care, documentation, and professional development

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and MVP Bonus Program
• Benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family
• PREFERRED Pharmacy Network options
• MDLIVE virtual Provider telehealth options
• Wellness program
• Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Account options with company match
• Employer-paid Life Insurance Policy/AD&D, Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability coverage
• Optional Voluntary coverage for Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plans
• Paid portion of Maternity Leaves
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including 10 Holidays and flexible Floating Holidays
• Participation in the MEDIKO 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Plan
• Free Continuing Education Access to Perks and Discounts at nationally recognized chains, service providers and retailers

Pay

Competitive Pay and MVP Bonus Program

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the correctional healthcare setting

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family
• PREFERRED Pharmacy Network options
• MDLIVE virtual Provider telehealth options
• Wellness program
• Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Account options with company match
• Employer-paid Life Insurance Policy/AD&D, Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability coverage
• Optional Voluntary coverage for Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plans
• Paid portion of Maternity Leaves
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including 10 Holidays and flexible Floating Holidays
• Participation in the MEDIKO 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Plan
• Free Continuing Education Access to Perks and Discounts at nationally recognized chains, service providers and retailers