Mental Health Therapist - Hardeman County Correctional Facility

Mental Health Therapist

This job is performed at the Hardeman County Correctional Facility in Whiteville, TN. At CoreCivic, our mental health teams make lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care in the industry.

In our organization, these professionals are placed in the position of Mental Health Therapist to plan and provide clinical mental health services of a non-medical nature in the facility.

Job Description

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

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or a degree in a related clinical area.
• Five (5) years of clinical experience which includes two (2) years in a comparable job position required.
• Must possess appropriate certification or licensing in the state where practice occurs, i.e., LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
• A valid driver's license is preferred unless required by contract or applicable statute.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Benefits

• Salary range: $69,000 - $79,000 annually.