Qualified Mental Health Professional

Job Details

Job Location

Sheridan Correctional Center - Sheridan, IL

Position Type

Full-Time

Education Level

Graduate Degree

Job Shift

Evening

Job Category

Behavioral Health Professional & Support

Description

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

We are currently seeking afull-time Qualified Mental Health Professionalto join our team at Sheridan Correctional Center located in Sheridan, IL.

Schedule : Mon-Fri, evening shift, 12pm-8pm.

Pay : $43.99 / hr for Independently Licensed / $37.98 / hr for Non-Independently Licensed after successful completion of 6 month introductory period.

The QMHP provides comprehensive mental health care to patients in a correctional setting, including intake and assessments, crisis intervention, treatment planning, consulting with a multi-disciplinary team, case management, and providing individual and group therapy. Performs all duties as assigned by leadership and as directed by Centurion policy and procedure, as well as IDOC Directives, and Standard Operating Procedures.

Qualifications

• Masters level degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field from an accredited educational institution required
• Active Independent mental health professional license Illinois : LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, LPC or LSW required
• Must maintain current tuberculosis documentation and active CPR / AED certification
• Minimum of two years' experience with direct care for individuals with mental illness preferred
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable