Assistant Behavioral Health Coordinator (LCMHC or LCSW)

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VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has an opening for an Assistant Mental Health Coordinator at Mecklenburg County Detention Center North in Charlotte, North Carolina!!! (This position will be filled by an LCMHC, LCSW or equivalent).

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

Assistant Behavioral Health Coordinator (Lcmhc, LCSW) Benefits Package

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Assistant Behavioral Health Coordinator (Lcmhc, LCSW) Position Summary

The Associate Behavioral Health Coordinator is responsible in aiding the BH Coordinator with the development, implementation, clinical and/or administrative supervision, and monitoring of a Behavioral Health delivery system meeting NCCHC/ACA standards.

The Associate Behavioral Health Coordinator aids in the work with the regional Manager, Site Administrator, Medical Director, and Psychiatrist to coordinate total contract services.

The Associate Behavioral Health Coordinator will be involved in working with all disciplines to attain effectiveness in serving the patient population.

Assistant Behavioral Health Coordinator (Lcmhc, LCSW) Minimum Requirements

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in psychology or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed (or license eligible with application pending) to practice psychology or social work in the state where services are being delivered (LCMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent).
• Satisfactory background investigation report.
• Extensive experience in behavioral health services, training, and supervision.
• Must possess strong clinical leadership and interpersonal skills within the correctional environment.
• Must possess familiarity with regional BH resources and networks.
• Must possess solid grasp of VitalCore Policies and Form

Assistant Behavioral Health Coordinator (Lcmhc, LCSW) Essential Functions

• Collaborates with the Coordinator in supervising and planning the development and implementation of treatment programs contracted to VitalCore.
• Collaborates with the Coordinator in providing clinical and/or administrative supervision to staff of Behavioral Health Services.
• Collaborates with the Coordinator in monitoring the efforts of behavioral health services to ensure clinical services are being provided in a timely, professional manner.
• Performs individual and group therapeutic interventions as appropriate
• Performs specific psychiatric social service work on the Behavioral Health unit of a correctional facility.
• Participates in and conducts in-service programs, as well as assists in the orientation of new staff.
• Assists in planning and implementing the goals and objectives of programs/projects. May direct special projects as requested.
• Provides the necessary preparation of documentation, necessary records, and reports.
• Attends training and meetings as required.
• Assists in coordinating the facility’s Behavioral Health Quality Improvement Program.

Assistant Behavioral Health Coordinator (Lcmhc, LCSW) Schedule

• Full -Time

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords: LPC, LCSW, Correctional Facility, Behavioral Health, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Social Worker,