Mental Health Licensed Associate

Posting Date

11 / 24 / 25

Application Deadline

12 / 04 / 25

Pay Range

$62,000 - $85,500 Annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Correctional Health

About the Position

Are you committed to serving your community and making a difference in the lives of those who need mental health support? Do you want to use your skills and strengths as a member of a collaborative team? As a mental health professional, you will support patients in the county jail system.

While working in this position, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow under the supervision of an independently licensed practitioner who meets the board's requirements as a supervisor. This allows you to receive the clinical experience and supervision needed to advance your career and enable you to become independently licensed. Are you ready to serve the community and make a difference? Apply now!

About Us

It's time for you to utilize and perfect your talents.

Correctional Health Services (CHS) is an industry-leading healthcare organization for the incarcerated population. Our department's culture promotes collaboration, continuous training, and flexibility. We challenge our team to spearhead initiatives, break down barriers, and advance their expertise.

Apply now to work with a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals.

Proud to Offer

Perform work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

Employee discounts for goods and services

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

One year of behavioral health experience

Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field from an accredited program

A valid, unrestricted license issued by the Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a :

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), OR

Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), OR

Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC) / Licensed Associate Addiction Counselor (LAAC) OR

Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT)

We Also Value

Behavioral health experience in a correctional health setting

Bilingual skills in English and Spanish

Job Contributions

Complete bio-psychosocial assessments, suicide risk assessments, and other clinical forms as required under the supervision of an independently licensed mental health professional

Provide individual and group psycho-education and crisis intervention services under the supervision of an independently licensed mental health professional

Coordinate with the multi-disciplinary team regarding patient care

Develop and coordinate patient discharge / re-entry plans

Obtain relevant treatment records and coordinate care with family members, community providers, and others relevant to the patient's care and community re-entry plan

Maintain and update a list of community resources to support the patient's transition and re-entry back to the community, including civil commitment procedures, RBHA services, and criminal justice processes

Working Conditions

Must complete a CPR certification during new hire orientation

Must complete an MCSO-HR fingerprint background check

Must be able to work inside a jail environment, consisting of working in close proximity to inmates and other staff and being indoors in a confined area handling multiple or complicated tasks

Requires accuracy, decision-making, and concentration skills to be vigilant in a teamwork environment

Performs a high volume of work under short deadlines or with time pressures to complete frequently changing and unscheduled tasks

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply Now!