Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Correctional Healthcare

Job overview

The Licensed Mental Health Counselor role is onsite at William E. Donaldson Correctional Facility in Bessemer, AL; compensation is not specified. NaphCare provides healthcare services to correctional facilities, and this position works with medical professionals and correctional staff. The counselor assesses, diagnoses, and treats residents with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues. The role contributes to quality care and resident well-being through evaluations, counseling, treatment planning, documentation, education, and coordination with facility staff while maintaining a safe and secure environment.

What you'll do

• Assess, diagnose, and treat residents with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues
• document evaluations, progress notes, counseling, and treatment plans
• collaborate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff
• participate in patient and staff education
• manage case files and prepare reports
• provide group therapy and support treatment programs
• monitor compliance with site and company policies and applicable ACA and NCCHC standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

licensed mental health counselor

correctional healthcare

mental health counseling

substance use disorders

individual counseling

group therapy

bessemer al

naphcare

alabama licensure

bls cpr

health insurance

tuition assistance

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental and vision insurance and prescription coverage beginning day one
• 401(k) and Roth plan with company contribution
• employee assistance program
• tuition assistance
• referral bonuses
• term life insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• continuing education and CMEs.

Why this role

Correctional healthcare position at William E. Donaldson Correctional Facility; requires an active, unrestricted Alabama mental health license and BLS CPR certification.

About the employer

Naphcare, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.