Travel Mental Health
Eloy, Arizona
CoreCivic of Tennessee, LLC - 1750 East Arica Road

Mental Health Therapist

Assignment Overview

• Location: Eloy, Arizona
• Employment Type: Travel
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Days, 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments based on record reviews and clinical interviews with inmates
• Provide treatment by developing, implementing, and modifying individual treatment plans based on evaluation of needs and level of functioning
• Document treatment and evaluation activities in the health care record for each person seen
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information at all times
• Demonstrate knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques for individuals on the caseload
• Provide mental health assessments, counseling, and crisis interventions to address inmates' needs

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or a related clinical area
• Five (5) years of clinical experience, including two (2) years in a comparable job position
• BLS certification
• Licensure in the state of practice without restrictions or required supervision, in one of the following:

  • LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
  • LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)
  • LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), which is not accepted for facilities with an ICE population
• Minimum age of 21
• Social security card required for facility clearance; clearance can take 4+ weeks

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid driver's license, unless required by contract or applicable statute