Description:
PrimeCare Medical is currently looking for a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW) to work as a Behavioral Health Professional in the medical department at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility in Eagleville, PA.
This a 40-hour per week position, will the following schedule options:
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Monday - Friday, during normal business hours (8:00am-4:30pm) with a rotation of one Saturday shift per month and one evening shift (10:30am-7:00pm) per week.
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OR Monday - Friday 10:30am - 7:00pm.
Job Responsibilities:
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Conduct clinical assessments based on referrals and self-referrals. Assessments include documentation of findings, including at a minimum a mental status examination and case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment plan. Makes referrals to psychiatry when appropriate.
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Risk assessments are to be conducted utilizing structured interviews and risk assessment tools. Inmates at risk for suicide and / or engaging in self-harm are managed utilizing existing protocols according to current policy and procedures.
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Serve as the PrimeCare Medical (PCM) mental health liaison for mental health services, outside the facility.
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Facilitates admission and placement of inmates/patients to forensic hospitals when necessary.
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Monitors all mental health services provided.
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Monitors clinical services to ensure that standards of care are in accordance with NCCHC, and accepted psychiatric/ psychological standards.
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Is a member of the Quality Assurance Committee.
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Develops and conducts in-service education programs according to annual in-service calendar.
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Collects data and prepares monthly reports, which reflect performance.
Benefits:
PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to all their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include:
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Health care (i.e., medical, dental, vision, and elective health savings account (i.e., HSA).
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Elective options for life insurance, as well as short & long-term disability.
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Generous PTO & Floating Holiday package.
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401k retirement with discretionary company match - and more!
Requirements:
- Must be licensed as a LPC, LSW, or LCSW in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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Must hold a Master’s degree or greater in Social Work, Psychology, or related Human Service field with a concentration in clinical course work, training and/or experience.
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Minimum of two years of experience.