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Full Time, DaysPosition Summary: The Program Therapist is responsible for daily direction of activities of the milieu by providing leadership and acting as a clinical resource for programmatic interventions and implementation of the Multi-disciplinary Treatment Plan. He/she provides social services to patients and their families including facilitating individual, group, and family therapy for the assigned program. This person is expected to coordinate the treatment planning process, provide therapeutic counseling and discharge planning. The Program Therapist is responsible for ascertaining information regarding placement and ensuring that referrals are made appropriately. Program Therapist needs to have thorough knowledge of the Baker Act.  EDUCATION<ul><li>Master's Degree in social work, mental health, psychology or related field required. </li><li>License preferred.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Minimum: Two (2) years psychiatric experience with Adults, Geriatric or Chemical Dependency/Dual Diagnosed patients.</li></ul>REQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE/REGISTRATION<ul><li>CPI within 3 months of employment </li><li>American Heart Association BLS certification </li></ul> #LI-JP1

$34.00 / hourAt CoreCivic, our Mental Health teams make lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care in the industry. CoreCivic is currently seeking Mental Health Specialists who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.  The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.<li>Conducts mental health screenings and assessments based on a review of available records, and clinical interviews with inmates.</li><li>As part of a mental health team, confers with other clinical staff, e.g., psychiatrists, psychologists, mental health service provider's physicians, nurse, and social workers, in order to gather and provide information concerning patient psychological problems, to ensure treatment activities are well integrated and patient care follow-through occurs.</li><li>Provides treatment to inmates by developing, implementing and modifying individual treatment plans based on an evaluation of needs and level of functioning.</li><li>Documents treatment and evaluation activities in the health care record for each person seen.</li><li>Consults with and makes appropriate recommendations to multidisciplinary staff (e.g., security staff, unit staff, and facility management) regards behavior and mental health issues affecting inmates.</li><li>Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information at all times.</li><li>Demonstrated thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload.</li><li>Provides appropriate mental health assessments, counseling and confrontation avoidance interventions to address the needs of inmates in crisis.</li><li>Administrators mental status exams or uses other psychological tests and instruments as necessary to evaluate inmates' treatment, adjustment, and placement needs.</li> Qualifications: <ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college or university with a degree in social or behavioral science or a closely related field required. </li><li>One year experience where the primary responsibility was provision of mental health or counseling services. </li><li>Additional related work experience that includes direct provision of counseling services or training for same may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. </li><li>A valid driver's license is preferred, unless required by contract or applicable statute. </li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.  </li></ul>CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE including Disability/Veteran.

$26.96 / hour At CoreCivic, our Mental Health teams make lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care in the industry. This is your opportunity to make a satisfying career even more rewarding. CoreCivic is currently seeking Mental Health Specialists who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The Mental Health Specialist is responsible for assists in the development, implementation, monitoring and documentation of mental health treatment plans and services.  The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.<li>Conducts mental health screenings and assessments based on a review of available records, and clinical interviews with inmates.</li><li>As part of a mental health team, confers with other clinical staff, e.g., psychiatrists, psychologists, mental health service provider's physicians, nurse, and social workers, in order to gather and provide information concerning patient psychological problems, to ensure treatment activities are well integrated and patient care follow-through occurs.</li><li>Provides treatment to inmates by developing, implementing and modifying individual treatment plans based on an evaluation of needs and level of functioning.</li><li>Documents treatment and evaluation activities in the health care record for each person seen.</li><li>Consults with and makes appropriate recommendations to multidisciplinary staff (e.g., security staff, unit staff, and facility management) regards behavior and mental health issues affecting inmates.</li><li>Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information at all times.</li><li>Demonstrated thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload.</li><li>Provides appropriate mental health assessments, counseling and confrontation avoidance interventions to address the needs of inmates in crisis.</li><li>Administrators mental status exams or uses other psychological tests and instruments as necessary to evaluate inmates' treatment, adjustment, and placement needs.</li> More about CoreCivic! Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee with over 70 facilities nationwide, CoreCivic is the leader in partnership corrections with a growing presence in: <ul><li>CoreCivic Safety, we operate safe, secure facilities that provide high-quality services and effective reentry programs that enhance public safety.</li><li>CoreCivic Properties, we offer innovative and flexible real estate solutions that provide value to the government and the people they serve.</li><li>CoreCivic Community, we deliver proven and innovative practices in settings that help people obtain employment, successful reintegrate into society and keep communities safe.</li></ul> With opportunities in correctional security, education, and healthcare, CoreCivic has a position that's perfect for you.  Each CoreCivic facility is like a small town. Our correctional facilities feature kitchens, dining halls, places of worship, classrooms, vocational training centers, health care clinics, recreational areas, housing units, administrative offices and more. Working together, we provide hundreds of services and perform countless tasks every day. Teamwork is a way of life for CoreCivic employees and how we are able to provide the industry's highest quality safety and security around the clock. CoreCivic offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with company match and paid training! Qualifications: <ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college or university with a degree in social or behavioral science or a closely related field required. </li><li>One year experience where the primary responsibility was provision of mental health or counseling services. </li><li>Additional related work experience that includes direct provision of counseling services or training for same may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. </li><li>A valid driver's license is preferred, unless required by contract or applicable statute. </li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.  </li></ul> CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE– M/F/Vets/Disabled.

$24.56 / hour At CoreCivic, our Mental Health teams make lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care in the industry. This is your opportunity to make a satisfying career even more rewarding. CoreCivic is currently seeking Mental Health Specialists who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The Mental Health Specialist is responsible for assists in the development, implementation, monitoring and documentation of mental health treatment plans and services.  The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.<li>Conducts mental health screenings and assessments based on a review of available records, and clinical interviews with inmates.</li><li>As part of a mental health team, confers with other clinical staff, e.g., psychiatrists, psychologists, mental health service provider's physicians, nurse, and social workers, in order to gather and provide information concerning patient psychological problems, to ensure treatment activities are well integrated and patient care follow-through occurs.</li><li>Provides treatment to inmates by developing, implementing and modifying individual treatment plans based on an evaluation of needs and level of functioning.</li><li>Documents treatment and evaluation activities in the health care record for each person seen.</li><li>Consults with and makes appropriate recommendations to multidisciplinary staff (e.g., security staff, unit staff, and facility management) regards behavior and mental health issues affecting inmates.</li><li>Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information at all times.</li><li>Demonstrated thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload.</li><li>Provides appropriate mental health assessments, counseling and confrontation avoidance interventions to address the needs of inmates in crisis.</li><li>Administrators mental status exams or uses other psychological tests and instruments as necessary to evaluate inmates' treatment, adjustment, and placement needs.</li> More about CoreCivic! Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee with over 70 facilities nationwide, CoreCivic is the leader in partnership corrections with a growing presence in: <ul><li>CoreCivic Safety, we operate safe, secure facilities that provide high-quality services and effective reentry programs that enhance public safety.</li><li>CoreCivic Properties, we offer innovative and flexible real estate solutions that provide value to the government and the people they serve.</li><li>CoreCivic Community, we deliver proven and innovative practices in settings that help people obtain employment, successful reintegrate into society and keep communities safe.</li></ul> With opportunities in correctional security, education, and healthcare, CoreCivic has a position that's perfect for you.  Each CoreCivic facility is like a small town. Our correctional facilities feature kitchens, dining halls, places of worship, classrooms, vocational training centers, health care clinics, recreational areas, housing units, administrative offices and more. Working together, we provide hundreds of services and perform countless tasks every day. Teamwork is a way of life for CoreCivic employees and how we are able to provide the industry's highest quality safety and security around the clock. CoreCivic offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with company match and paid training! Qualifications: <ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college or university with a degree in social or behavioral science or a closely related field required. </li><li>One year experience where the primary responsibility was provision of mental health or counseling services. </li><li>Additional related work experience that includes direct provision of counseling services or training for same may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. </li><li>A valid driver's license is preferred, unless required by contract or applicable statute. </li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.  </li></ul> CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE– M/F/Vets/Disabled.

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