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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailThe Clinician will conduct psychosocial assessments develop individualized treatment plans evaluate treatment goals and provide individual and group therapy using psychoeducation evidenced-based therapies coping and social skills building and support to improve patients symptoms of mental illness and/or disability functioning and overall well-being. The ideal candidate has experience working with serious mental illness and/or in a correctional setting and in working within a multidisciplinary team.
THRIVE provides specialized behavioral health services for patients awaiting transfer to a state hospital for further psychiatric treatment. The unit is a therapeutic environment providing intensive day treatment services. By providing patient-centered evidenced-based and holistic care THRIVE seeks to eliminate the need for these patients to transfer to the state hospital or at a minimum to decrease their length of stay once hospitalized. The ultimate aim is to assist defendants in moving forward with their legal case and with their lives in a healthier place.
NaphCare is partnered with the Washoe County Sheriffs Office to provide this program which is supported by the SNAMHS and funded through the NV-DHHS Division of Public and Behavioral Health.
The Clinician will work alongside correctional officer and with a team of psychiatric providers a psychiatric nurse discharge planner recreational therapist and data coordinator led and supported by a program director. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health and medical needs.
TheClinical/Mental Health Professionalis responsible for assessing diagnosing and treating patients in residence ensuring they receive quality care that protects their rights dignity and health. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:
Position Requirements / Preferred Experience Finish
Physical Capabilities:
Must have the ability to stand for long periods lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds) bend squat reach push pull walk significant distances and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Why Join NaphCare
NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:
NaphCare has a partnership withNetCEthat provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up to date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.
Want a better idea of what its like to work in a jailSee what our MHPs do:
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