Mental Health Coordinator LPC, LCSW, LMFT

The Mental Health Coordinator provides non-medical clinical mental health services within a correctional facility. This role focuses on conducting assessments delivering therapeutic interventions and managing individualized treatment plans while ensuring compliance with regulatory and confidentiality standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health screenings and clinical assessments through record review and interviews
• Develop implement and modify individualized treatment plans based on patient needs
• Provide counseling and crisis intervention services
• Document all treatment and evaluation activities in healthcare records
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive patient information
• Apply psychological counseling theories and techniques in treatment delivery
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Collaborate with facility staff to ensure continuity of care

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience including 2 years in a comparable role
• Strong background in mental health assessment counseling and crisis intervention
• Ability to work in a correctional facility environment
• Active California (CA) license required (LCSW or LPC)
• US Citizenship required for ICE clearance
• Must pass background and credit investigation for clearance
• Ability to maintain flexible scheduling availability (weekday and weekend shifts)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Open availability required per client scheduling policy

Qualifications :

• Masters degree in Social Work Psychology Mental Health Counseling or related clinical field

Certifications

• LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) or
• LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)
• LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) (acceptable per licensure standards)

License

• Active California State License (LCSW or LPC required; LMFT acceptable per facility guidelines)
• Valid drivers license preferred

Additional Information :

Facility Details

• Setting: Correctional / Detention Facility
• Patient Population: Inmate population
• Services: Mental health assessment counseling crisis intervention
• Clearance: ICE clearance required (46 weeks processing)
• Offer: Auto-offer upon qualification and clearance
• Hours: 40 hours/week guaranteed

Key Operational Notes

• Start Date Dependency: Candidate can begin only after ICE clearance is completed
• Compliance-Heavy Role: Expect strict onboarding and documentation requirements
• Schedule Flexibility: Mandatory due to variable shift assignments

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract