Addiction Psychiatry
Job Title: Mental Health Coordinator - Leavenworth, KS
Location: Leavenworth, KS
Schedule: 1st and 2nd shifts, 8-hour shifts including weekdays and weekends
1st shift: typically 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
2nd shift: typically 4:00 PM 12:00 AM
Contract Length: 13 weeks (with possibility to extend)
Guaranteed Hours: 40/week
Weekly Gross: $2,720
Job Overview:
We are seeking a licensed Mental Health Coordinator for a full-time contract assignment in a correctional facility in Leavenworth, KS. This role involves planning and providing clinical mental health services of a non-medical nature to an incarcerated population. Candidates must be comfortable in secure environments and have an active Kansas license.
Responsibilities:
Conduct mental health screenings and assessments through clinical interviews and chart reviews
Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans based on inmate needs
Provide counseling, psychological support, and crisis intervention
Document evaluations, treatment plans, and progress in medical records
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to facility policies and procedures
Apply evidence-based therapeutic practices for a correctional population
Requirements:
Masters degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or related clinical field
Active, unrestricted LCSW, LPC, or LMFT license in Kansas
Minimum 5 years of clinical experience, including 2 years in a similar position
Must be at least 18 years of age
U.S. Citizenship required for ICE clearance (expedited process available)
ICE Clearance Screening Form required with submission
Must reside 70+ miles away from the facility
Must be available to start within 34 weeks
Must have open availability, including weekends and holidays
No RTO (Requested Time Off) allowed during assignment
Preferred:
Valid drivers license
Experience in correctional or forensic mental health settings
Active AHA BLS certification