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Correctional Clinical Mental Health Therapist (PsyD, MFT, LCSW, LPCC)

Correctional Clinical Mental Health Therapist (PsyD, MFT, LCSW, LPCC)

Vivo HealthStaffRichmond, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Correctional Clinical Mental Health Therapist

Job Overview :

The Correctional Clinical Mental Health Therapist will be responsible for offering a range of psychological services to inmates in a correctional facility. This includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapy. The therapist will work in a multidisciplinary team to support the mental and emotional well-being of inmates, facilitating their rehabilitation and reintegration into society.

Key Responsibilities :

1.

  • Assessment and Diagnosis :
  • Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments for inmates, including risk assessments.
  • Diagnose mental health conditions using DSM-V criteria.

2.

  • Treatment Planning and Implementation :
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Provide individual and group therapy sessions focusing on issues such as substance abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, and behavioral disorders.

    • 3.

  • Crisis Intervention :
  • Respond to mental health crises within the facility.
  • Implement de-escalation techniques and crisis management interventions.

    • 4.

  • Collaboration and Coordination :
  • Work closely with correctional staff, medical professionals, and external agencies to provide comprehensive care.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and progress.

    • 5.

  • Documentation and Compliance :
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records of all clinical interactions.
  • Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and institutional policies.

    • 6.

  • Continuing Education and Training :
  • Stay updated with current best practices in correctional mental health.
  • Provide training and support to correctional staff on mental health issues.

    • Qualifications :

  • Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
  • Licensed as a Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), MFT, LPCC
  • Experience in a correctional or forensic setting is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of the DSM-V and mental health diagnoses.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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