Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PsyD, LMSW, LAPC)

Full‐time | Day Shift (3p-11p)

Description:

The Mental Health Professional provides direct clinical services, conducts diagnostic evaluations, delivers crisis intervention, and collaborates with institutional staff to support the mental health needs of patients in a correctional environment. This role ensures high‐quality care, proper documentation, and adherence to regulatory standards while contributing to program development and clinical excellence

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group psychotherapy aimed at reducing maladaptive behaviors and improving psychological functioning.
• Provide crisis intervention services for referred or self‐referred patients.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations, including clinical interviews, psychological testing, and written reports with recommendations.
• Consult with institutional staff regarding patient mental status, risk factors, and management strategies.
• Participate in staff meetings, in‐service training, and continuing education activities.
• Support specialized clinical programs or initiatives approved by leadership.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Provide emergency treatment on‐site and respond appropriately to urgent or emergent situations.
• Serve as a liaison with medical providers; review and approve treatment protocols, clinical policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain open communication with facility administration, security, medical, and support staff to ensure smooth operation of mental health services.
• May participate in or coordinate 24‐hour emergency prevention services.
• Perform other duties aligned with FCH’s mission, goals, and values.

Our mission is to revolutionize medical and mental healthcare in correctional and institutional facilities through compassionate, clinician-led, patient-centered care.