Licensed Mental Health Counselor — Correctional Healthcare

Job overview

The Licensed Mental Health Counselor — Correctional Healthcare role is onsite at the Marion County Jail in Ocala, FL. Compensation is not specified. NaphCare provides healthcare services to correctional facilities, and this role works alongside correctional officers and medical professionals. The counselor assesses, diagnoses, and treats residents with mental illness, substance use disorders, and behavioral issues. Counseling, treatment planning, documentation, and coordination with facility staff support quality care while protecting residents’ rights, dignity, and health in a secure setting.

What you'll do

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

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

licensed mental health counselor

correctional healthcare

ocala fl

marion county jail

naphcare

mental health counseling

substance use disorders

individual and group counseling

treatment planning

florida licensure

bls cpr

master’s prepared

correctional setting

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

Requires a master’s-prepared mental health professional with active, unrestricted Florida licensure and current AHA BLS CPR certification. The posting requires at least three years of clinical experience in mental health care or an acute-care setting; correctional healthcare experience is preferred.

About the employer

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