Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Location

US-FL-Sarasota

ID

2025-24929

Category

Mental Health

Position Type

Full-Time

Recruiter : Email

peyton.sims@naphcare.com

Overview

NaphCare is seeking to hire an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LCSW, LCMHC, etc.) to join our team of medical professionals in the Sarasota County Jail in Sarasota, Florida.

As a Correctional Licensed Mental Health Counselor , you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide counseling and mental health care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health and medical needs.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Mental Health Counselor is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients in residence with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues ensuring they receive quality care that protects their rights, dignity and health. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to :

Ability to lead and facilitate groups while providing an outline, purpose and desired goals of the assigned groups.

• Demonstrate effective listening skills, communication and leadership skills in a group setting.
• Collaborating with medical, mental health and correctional staff to enhance quality patient care while maintaining a safe and secure work environment
• Performing and documenting mental health evaluations, progress notes, individual and group counseling notes, individual treatment plans, addressing criminogenic needs and promoting positive behavioral change to prepare residents for release
• Participating in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients, security personnel, and healthcare staff
• Demonstrate knowledge of DSM-V / DSM-V-TR criteria
• Documenting and managing case files, patient progress, preparing reports, and participating in hearings
• Initiating and / or participating in patient education and treatment programs, such as developing educational materials and providing group therapy
• Monitoring compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures, taking appropriate corrective action, and ensuring compliance with ACA, NCCHC standards

Qualifications

Experience / Skills / Requirements

Must possess an active BLS / CPR Certification (AHA preferred)

Physical Capabilities :

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include :

Want a better idea of what it's like to work in a jail? See what our MHPs do :

NaphCare - Life as a Mental Health Professional - YouTube

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, please first apply directly to the position to initiate the application process , then send your resume to peyton.sims@naphcare.com and I'll be in touch.

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