Mental Health Clinician (Per Diem)
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Correctional Psychiatric Services PC
Plymouth, MA, US
Summary
The Mental Health Clinician provides diagnostic assessments, crisis intervention, and psychotherapeutic services to an inmate population. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation and ensuring a safe environment in accordance with facility policies.
Job Description
Description
About Us:
For over 32 years, CPS Healthcare has been more than a healthcare provider—we’ve been a trusted partner to the communities and correctional facilities we serve. As a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), we bring both expertise and heart to every patient interaction, knowing that thoughtful care can change lives. Every day, our team works side by side to provide compassionate, evidence-based medical and behavioral health services that make a real difference for those who need it most.
Job Summary:
CPS Healthcare is seeking Per Diem Mental Health Clinicians to join our team at Plymouth County Jail in Plymouth, MA. In this role, you will provide diagnostic assessments and crisis intervention services to individuals in a correctional setting.
Responsibilities:
- Provides diagnostic assessment, crisis intervention and psychotherapeutic services to an inmate population.
- Responsible for completing progress notes and ensuring that documentation meets quality standards.
- Interrelates and works effectively with other mental health services staff, medical personnel, CPS administration, inmates, and outside support agencies.
- Maintains a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Participates fully in all site-based performance improvement activities in accordance with job responsibilities.
- Promotes effective working relations as part of a department/unit team to facilitate the department/units to meet its goals and objectives.
- Follow all security rules and regulations.
Schedule:
We are flexible and open to per diem clinicians seeking day, evening, and weekend shifts.
Compensation:
$45/hour.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience:
- LICSW or LMHC preferred. LCSWs with correctional, crisis, or other relevant clinical experience are encouraged to apply.
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related field.
- Must be able to pass a facility background clearance
- Previous related experience preferred (correctional mental health, crisis intervention, treatment of major mental disorders, substance use treatment).
Thank you for your interest in CPS Healthcare! We look forward to connecting with you to learn more about your goals and explore this opportunity together.
We offer exceptional healthcare to our patients, innovative solutions to our clients, and a supportive work environment to our team members.
CPS is the only comprehensive correctional healthcare company headquartered in Massachusetts. Our reputation for customer service and expertise in the local market is unparalleled.
Founded in 1994 by Dr. Jorge Veliz, CPS has grown largely by attraction and reputation to become the proven choice for correctional facilities that want a hands-on approach from a comprehensive medical vendor.
We recognize that every site is unique and we work with each site to optimize healthcare delivery at your facility.
Unlike the large national vendors CPS is able to focus on your site and provide the type of administration and customer service you require. We offer the same array of services as the national vendors delivered in a cost effective and efficient manner.
Founded
1994
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Quincy, Massachusetts