Correctional Mental Health
Cascade County Jail
Great Falls, MT
$36/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- SettingCorrectional
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Other license in Montana
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Join Turn Key Health Clinics team providing patient care where the need is highest. We are a correctional healthcare provider with a regional focus on our clinics in Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Montana, Oklahoma and Texas 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.
All offers of employment at Turn Key Health Clinics and Turn Key Health Clinicians are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
Position: Licensed Mental Health Counselor Full Time
Location: Cascade County Jail Great Falls MT
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
Minimum 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
QualificationsEmployer
TK Health
About Great Falls, MT
- Great Falls has a cost of living index lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 85°F, while winter lows can drop to around 15°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Great Falls, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and demand.
- Great Falls is car-friendly with minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population is predominantly Caucasian with a growing Native American presence.
- The age range is diverse, with a significant portion being middle-aged.
- Common health issues include heart disease and diabetes.
- Great Falls has a community of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities.
- Great Falls offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for local steakhouses.
- There are art galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, fishing, and boating along the Missouri River.
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