Mental Health Therapist

About the role

CoreCivic’s mental health teams set industry standards of care by providing lasting changes in the lives of offenders. The Mental Health Coordinator plans and provides clinical mental health services of a non‑medical nature within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments based on a review of available records and clinical interviews with inmates.
• Provide treatment to inmates by developing, implementing, and modifying individual treatment plans based on an evaluation of needs and level of functioning.
• Document treatment and evaluation activities in the health care record for each person seen.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information at all times.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques through treatments and activities used for individuals in the caseload.
• Provide appropriate mental health assessments, counseling, and crisis interventions to address the needs of inmates.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or a related clinical area.
• Five (5) years of clinical experience, including at least two (2) years in a comparable position.
• Appropriate state certification or licensing (e.g., LPC, LCSW, or LMFT).
• A valid driver’s license is preferred unless required by contract or applicable statute.
• Minimum age requirement: at least 20 years of age.

Pay

$80,000 – $90,000 per year