Mental Health Coordinator

Qualifications : 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. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload.

 
Role: Mental Health Coordinator 
Location: Shelby, MT 
Duration: 13 Weeks [Extendible] 
Schedule: Day Shift, M-F  
Facility: Crossroads Facility  
Pay Range: $ 85/ Hr - $ 90/ Hr 
 
Job Summary: 

• 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 Coordinator to plan and provide clinical mental health services of a non-medical nature in the facility.

Job Responsibilities:
 

• The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.
• Conducts mental health screenings & 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.

Qualifications: 

• 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 LPC, LCSW or LMFT certification or licensing in the state where practice occurs.  
• A valid driver's license is preferred unless required by contract or applicable statute.