MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST - North Kern State Prison (NKSP)

About the role

This position is for a Marriage and Family Therapist at North Kern State Prison (NKSP), located in Delano, CA.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couples, and family therapy sessions to inmates.
• Assess and evaluate inmate mental health needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for inmates.
• Conduct group therapy sessions and lead workshops on topics relevant to inmate populations.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of therapy sessions and progress.
• Participate in regular supervision and case conferences with senior therapists.

Requirements

This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.

Qualifications

• Current/Valid License as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist issued by the California Board of Behavioral Science.
• Experience in providing therapy to incarcerated populations.
• Knowledge of correctional settings and mental health issues affecting inmates.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse inmate population.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong clinical skills in marriage and family therapy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Pension plan.
• Retirement plan.
• Employee assistance program.

Pay

$3,647.00 - $5,189.00 per month.

Schedule

Part-time position, working 20 hours per week.