Licensed Behavioral Health Professional

This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.

NaphCare is hiring a Licensed Behavioral Health Professionalto join our team of medical professionals in the Arizona Department of Corrections - Birmingham in Birmingham AL.

As a Correctional Licensed Behavioral Health Professional you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals who provide care to the individuals in residence to assist with daily living activities implement individualized treatment plans and facilitate therapeutic activities. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

The Licensed Behavioral Health Professionalprovides direct hands-on therapeutic support and monitoring for patients with mental health developmental or substance use disorders under the supervision of licensed clinicians. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• Carry out behavior modification plans therapeutic interventions and crisis intervention techniques including de-escalation as prescribed by professionals and ensure a safe supportive environment
• Observe record and report patient behavior progress and symptoms to the treatment team
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as personal hygiene grooming and meals.
• Conduct safety checks ensure a secure environment and manage potential emergencies.
• Maintain accurate detailed records of patient behavior and interactions.
• Provide emotional support facilitate group activities and educate patients/families on coping skill

Key Qualifications and Skills

• A high school diploma or GED
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
• Must show current tuberculosis documentation
• Previous experience in a mental health psychiatric or residential care setting is highly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication patience empathy emotional stability and the ability to work in high-stress crisis-prone environments.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies procedures and legal requirements
• Must pass the facilitys criminal background check and drug screening

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 is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare now may be the addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan beginning day one!
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare click the below link complete the online form and someone will be in touch.

Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) NaphCare

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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