Mental Health Coordinator

Overview

The Mental Health Coordinator oversees mental health services in the facility by providing clinical and administrative supervision and direction to the mental health staff. They also provide mental health services to the inmate patients in the facility and offer consultation to the facility personnel. Overall, the Mental Health Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring that quality mental health care is provided to both staff and inmate patients. 

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and manage clinical services provided by mental health staff and allocate resources to meet institutional needs. 
• Provide clinical and administration supervision and direction to mental health staff, including staff disciplinary counseling and performance evaluations. 
• Provide mental health services to inmates in the facility and consult with facility personnel as needed. 

• Coordinate with facility administrative staff and maintain confidentiality of inmate information. 
• Develop and implement corrective steps necessary to ensure the provision of quality mental health care and notify supervisory personnel of significant clinical or administrative concerns. 

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work or behavioral science field.

Experience

• Experience in the coordination and administration of mental health service delivery systems.
• Coursework and professional experience that indicates knowledge of management/supervision techniques, mental health counseling, group and individual psychotherapy, diagnosis and treatment of major mental disorders and/or psychological evaluation techniques.

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed to practice psychology or social work in the State by the appropriate state licensing board
• Must maintain CPR certification, and any other certifications (such as First Aid) required.