Licensed Mental Health Professional

Company: Mediko Inc
Location: Asheville
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

MEDIKO: Mission driven & committed to delivering high-quality medical care to the communities we serve.Our dedicated Healthcare Professionals find meaning, support and new opportunities to learn and grow their skills every day. Its what sets us apart from other healthcare industries and drives our success in the correctional healthcare space.Whether you are just graduating from nursing school or bringing years of experience to your new position at MEDIKO, you will benefit from our competitive compensation, commitment to safety and exposure to the diverse healthcare needs of the clients we serve.If youre ready to take on a role that will enrich your career and make a real impact to your community, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY to get the conversation started!Here are the Details -Position: Licensed Mental Health ProfessionalSchedule: Monday-FridayLocation: Buncombe County Detention CenterResponsibilities:Collect information about patients through interview, case history review, and/or observational techniques; evaluate data to identify focus of treatment interventions and determine proper therapeutic approach or referral to other specialistsProvide crisis management, and/or short-term solution-focused therapy to patients as appropriate; provide therapeutic crisis intervention and emergency services as requiredDemonstrate knowledge of DSM-5 criteria and appropriate interventionsInitiate an interdisciplinary treatment plan and participate in the ongoing treatment planning processConsult with other mental health practitioners, healthcare staff and correctional professionals, as appropriate in the performance of therapeutic and/or caseworkDocument patients activities and progressFollow up to determine reliability of treatment used; change treatment interventions when indicatedParticipate in the review of clinical issues and program policies and proceduresFollow established policies, procedures, professional standards, all federal, state and local guidelines, continuous quality improvement and safety, environmental, and infection control standardsWill adhere to MEDIKOs Standards of Professional ConductRespond to requests from correctional staff as well as MEDIKO Staff in accordance with MEDIKO and Facility Guidelines. This includes following the rules and regulations for employee conduct/behavior and chain of command set forth by the command staff at all times while working within the detention/correctional facilityPerform other duties as assignedQualificationsLicensed Mental Health Professional, or License-eligible (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, etc.)Current active and unencumbered State LicenseCurrent CPR/BLS certificationJoining MEDIKO comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey:Competitive Pay and MVP Bonus ProgramBenefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your familyPreferred Pharmacy Network optionsMDLIVE virtual Provider telehealth optionsWellness programHealth Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Account options with company matchEmployer-paid Life Insurance Policy/AD&D, Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability coverageOptional Voluntary coverage for Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plansPaid portion of Maternity LeavesEmployee Assistance ProgramGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) including 10 Holidays and flexible Floating HolidaysParticipation in the MEDIKO 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matchEmployee Referral BonusesTuition Reimbursement Assistance PlanFree Continuing EducationAccess to Perks and Discounts at nationally recognized chains, service providers and retailersPlease visit our website at www.MEDIKO.com to learn more about opportunities with us!EOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.#SPENDby Jobble

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