Mental Health Coordinator - LPC, LCSW, LMFT

Job Title: Mental Health Coordinator (LCSW / LPC / LMFT)
Location: California City, CA 93505
Assignment Length: 13 Weeks (Initial)
Shift: 8-Hour Shifts | 1st or 2nd Shift (Days/Evenings) | Weekdays & Weekends
Hours: 40 hours/week guaranteed
Call Requirement: Yes

Position Overview

The Mental Health Coordinator is responsible for planning and delivering non-medical clinical mental health services within a correctional facility setting. This role requires the ability to manage a full caseload, perform comprehensive assessments, and provide therapeutic interventions at a pace consistent with facility operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health screenings and assessments through clinical interviews and review of available records

• Develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans based on assessed needs and level of functioning

• Provide ongoing counseling, therapeutic interventions, and crisis management services

• Document all assessments, treatments, and evaluations accurately in the healthcare record

• Maintain strict confidentiality of all clinical information and sensitive materials

• Apply psychological counseling theories and evidence-based techniques in treatment planning

• Deliver appropriate mental health services to address acute, chronic, and crisis-related needs

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in:

  • Social Work

  • Psychology

  • Mental Health Counseling

  • Or a related clinical field

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, including 2 years in a comparable role

• Active and unrestricted California license:

  • LCSW or LPC (LMFT may be considered per client discretion)

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Valid driver's license preferred (unless otherwise required by contract or statute)

Additional Requirements & Notes

• Only candidates with active California licensure will be considered

• U.S. Citizenship required for ICE clearance

• ICE clearance process may take a minimum of 4 weeks after submission of all required documentation

• Candidates will undergo a thorough background and credit investigation

• ICE Clearance Screening Form must be submitted with candidate profile

• Auto-offer position; however, candidates must maintain open availability in accordance with client scheduling policies