TK Health
Correctional Mental Health - $36 per hour
TK Health, Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States, 72901
TK Health is seeking a Correctional Mental Health for a job in Fort Smith, Arkansas.Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
Mental HealthDiscipline:
TherapyDuration:
OngoingEmployment Type:
Staff
Job DetailsJob Location :
Sebastian County Jail - Fort Smith, ARSalary Range :
$36.00 Hourly
Description Join the
TK Health t eam providing patient care where the need is highest. We are a correctional, healthcare provider with a regional focus on our clinics in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Texas, Missouri, and Colorado Jails and Detention Centers. Our team oversees the day-to-day healthcare operations in facilities with inmate populations ranging from 25 to nearly 2,800 inmates. Our medical staff are afforded the opportunity to utilize their medical skills to their fullest capacity in a safe, secure, and unconventional environment.
Full time employees have access to Health, Dental, & Vision Plans, Pet Insurance, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, 401K & Matching, Pay based on experience & location, Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit, 60+ Clinics in 6 States, & Employee Referral Program
Location: Sebastian County Jail
Position: Licensed Mental Health Counselor
The role of the counselor is to assess, evaluate and coordinate mental health care for incarcerated individuals and formulate individualized release plans to coordinate a continuum of care
Assesses psychiatric emergencies and provides crisis intervention to emotionally distressed and mentally ill inmates
Conducts evaluations of inmates for the purpose of suicide intervention and prevention
Coordinates inmate care with Facility, and Medical staff to ensure inmates' special needs are addressed
MAT/substance abuse counseling
Develops Individualized Treatment Plans for psychiatric inmates who require intensive behavior management; completes referrals to Provider for medication management services
Promotes linkages with community mental health agencies, other support services and families for inmate care and coordination for continuum of care; including discharge planning; collaborates with community health providers for inmates who are enrolled clients
Completes inmate need assessments and develops individualized release plans for inmates suffering from mental illness to connect inmates with appropriate services in the community
Maintains the safety and security of staff and inmates when making clinical decisions regarding inmates
Participates in on-call responsibilities for off-hours MHP coverage
Provides mental health training for jail staff as needed
Completes other job duties as assigned
Qualifications:
A Master's degree in social work, clinical psychology, psychiatric nursing, or related field; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Licensed as a Social Worker, Marriage/Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor required
Qualifications
Turn Key Job ID #J0Z26265449. Posted job title: Licensed Therapy Mental Health CorrectionalAbout TK Health
TK Health
is a correctional health care company that is committed to providing an exceptional health care experience at the facilities we serve. We focus on providing a positive employee experience that flows on to enhanced health care for our patients, which ultimately achieves exceptional client satisfaction. TK Health operates in 9 states in over 100 county jails. We take pride in the comprehensive health care services available, including mental health services, to help provide a better future to diverse inmate populations as well as the community overall.
TK Health provides employee advancement opportunities, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefit packages. Utilize your medical skills to the fullest capacity in a safe, secure environment while sharpening your clinical skills and gaining unparalleled nursing experience. If you are interested in beginning a career in correctional health care we would love to hear from you.Benefits
401k retirement planPet insuranceEmployee assistance programsDental benefitsLife insuranceMedical benefitsVision benefits
Specialty:
Mental HealthDiscipline:
TherapyDuration:
OngoingEmployment Type:
Staff
Job DetailsJob Location :
Sebastian County Jail - Fort Smith, ARSalary Range :
$36.00 Hourly
Description Join the
TK Health t eam providing patient care where the need is highest. We are a correctional, healthcare provider with a regional focus on our clinics in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Texas, Missouri, and Colorado Jails and Detention Centers. Our team oversees the day-to-day healthcare operations in facilities with inmate populations ranging from 25 to nearly 2,800 inmates. Our medical staff are afforded the opportunity to utilize their medical skills to their fullest capacity in a safe, secure, and unconventional environment.
Full time employees have access to Health, Dental, & Vision Plans, Pet Insurance, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, 401K & Matching, Pay based on experience & location, Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit, 60+ Clinics in 6 States, & Employee Referral Program
Location: Sebastian County Jail
Position: Licensed Mental Health Counselor
The role of the counselor is to assess, evaluate and coordinate mental health care for incarcerated individuals and formulate individualized release plans to coordinate a continuum of care
Assesses psychiatric emergencies and provides crisis intervention to emotionally distressed and mentally ill inmates
Conducts evaluations of inmates for the purpose of suicide intervention and prevention
Coordinates inmate care with Facility, and Medical staff to ensure inmates' special needs are addressed
MAT/substance abuse counseling
Develops Individualized Treatment Plans for psychiatric inmates who require intensive behavior management; completes referrals to Provider for medication management services
Promotes linkages with community mental health agencies, other support services and families for inmate care and coordination for continuum of care; including discharge planning; collaborates with community health providers for inmates who are enrolled clients
Completes inmate need assessments and develops individualized release plans for inmates suffering from mental illness to connect inmates with appropriate services in the community
Maintains the safety and security of staff and inmates when making clinical decisions regarding inmates
Participates in on-call responsibilities for off-hours MHP coverage
Provides mental health training for jail staff as needed
Completes other job duties as assigned
Qualifications:
A Master's degree in social work, clinical psychology, psychiatric nursing, or related field; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Licensed as a Social Worker, Marriage/Family Therapist, Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Professional Counselor required
Qualifications
Turn Key Job ID #J0Z26265449. Posted job title: Licensed Therapy Mental Health CorrectionalAbout TK Health
TK Health
is a correctional health care company that is committed to providing an exceptional health care experience at the facilities we serve. We focus on providing a positive employee experience that flows on to enhanced health care for our patients, which ultimately achieves exceptional client satisfaction. TK Health operates in 9 states in over 100 county jails. We take pride in the comprehensive health care services available, including mental health services, to help provide a better future to diverse inmate populations as well as the community overall.
TK Health provides employee advancement opportunities, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefit packages. Utilize your medical skills to the fullest capacity in a safe, secure environment while sharpening your clinical skills and gaining unparalleled nursing experience. If you are interested in beginning a career in correctional health care we would love to hear from you.Benefits
401k retirement planPet insuranceEmployee assistance programsDental benefitsLife insuranceMedical benefitsVision benefits