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Job description
Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) / Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Locations: Valdosta, GA & McRae-Helena, GA Contract Length: 13 Weeks Hours: 40 Hours Per Week Openings: 3 Shift Start Time: 0630 Schedule: Weekday 8-hour or 10-hour shifts
Position Overview
We are seeking experienced Licensed Mental Health Practitioners (LMHPs) and Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs) to provide behavioral health services within a state prison setting. The ideal candidate will deliver individual and group counseling, complete assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support an incarcerated population with behavioral health needs.
Please note: Candidates must be able to successfully pass a rigorous background investigation and drug screening prior to employment.
Responsibilities
Conduct mental health assessments and evaluations.
Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions.
Develop and implement therapeutic treatment plans.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Collaborate with healthcare and interdisciplinary team members.
Assist in the treatment of behavioral health disorders and related conditions.
Provide crisis intervention and supportive counseling as needed.
Minimum Requirements
Active LMHP or LPC license in the state of practice.
Minimum 1 year of corrections and/or mental health experience required.
Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain before start date).
Current TB screening, PPD, or chest X-ray if applicable.
Current health certificate if required.
Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening.
Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Submission Requirements
Resume
Cover Letter (must include phone number and interview availability)
License Verification
BLS Certification (if available; required prior to start)
Driver's License
Two Professional References
Required Background Documents
Orientation
One-week classroom-based orientation and training program.
Compensation
Local Candidates
Hourly Rate: $40/hr.
Estimated Weekly Gross: $1,600
Travel Candidates
Hourly Rate: $22/hr.
Weekly Meals Stipend: $385
Weekly Housing Stipend: $672
Estimated Weekly Pay Package: $1,937
Interview Process
Client interview required prior to placement.
If you're a licensed mental health professional with corrections or behavioral health experience and are looking to make an impact in a state prison environment, we'd love to connect with you regarding these opportunities in Valdosta and McRae-Helena, Georgia.
Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Worksite address
valdosta, GA, 31601, US
Who can apply
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