Licensed Mental Health Counselor — Correctional Healthcare

Job overview

The Licensed Mental Health Counselor — Correctional Healthcare role is onsite at Tutwiler Prison for Women in Wetumpka, AL; compensation is not specified. NaphCare provides healthcare services in correctional facilities, and this position supports the Alabama Department of Corrections facility’s residents. 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 counseling, treatment planning, documentation, education, and collaboration with medical, mental health, and correctional staff.

What you'll do

• Assess, diagnose, and treat residents with mental health, substance use, and behavioral needs
• document evaluations, progress notes, counseling notes, and treatment plans
• provide individual and group counseling
• participate in patient education and staff training
• manage case files and reports
• collaborate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff
• monitor compliance with facility and company policies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

licensed mental health counselor

correctional healthcare

wetumpka al

naphcare

tutwiler prison for women

mental health counseling

substance use disorders

individual and group therapy

treatment planning

alabama licensure

full-time

correctional facility

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• prescription coverage
• 401(k) and Roth contributions
• tuition assistance
• referral bonuses
• term life insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• continuing education and CMEs.

Why this role

NaphCare offers supervision for dependently licensed Psychology Associates and supports career advancement in correctional healthcare.

About the employer

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