Licensed Behavioral Health Professional

Job Details: Job Location: Detention Center

• Philadelphia, PA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Day, The Licensed Behavioral Health Professional provides mental health assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and treatment services to patients within a healthcare, behavioral health, and/or correctional setting. This position works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support patient wellness, behavioral stabilization, rehabilitation, and continuity of care while ensuring compliance with professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Requirements: Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Behavioral Health, or related field required Current active state licensure required (LCSW, LPC, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent) Minimum of one (1) year of behavioral health or clinical counseling experience preferred Experience in correctional, psychiatric, crisis intervention, or healthcare settings preferred Strong assessment, counseling, and crisis management skills Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation abilities Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred Job Responsibilities: Conduct behavioral health assessments, psychosocial evaluations, and risk assessments Provide individual, group, and crisis counseling services to patients Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment and behavioral care plans Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards Monitor patient progress and communicate changes in condition or risk to appropriate clinical staff Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and care coordination activities Provide crisis intervention, behavioral stabilization, and de-escalation support as needed Coordinate referrals, discharge planning, and continuity of care services Educate patients on coping skills, behavioral health conditions, treatment plans, and available community resources Ensure compliance with HIPAA, PREA, NCCHC, ACA, and applicable state and federal regulations Participate in quality improvement initiatives, trainings, audits, and staff meetings Maintain professional boundaries and therapeutic relationships with patients Collaborate with custody staff, medical staff, and outside providers when appropriate Perform other duties as assigned Skills / Abilities: Strong clinical assessment and therapeutic counseling skills Ability to manage crises calmly and professionally Excellent verbal and written communication abilities Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams Knowledge of behavioral health practices, patient rights, and confidentiality standards