Mental Health Clinician (FT & Per Diem) (Dedham)

Description About Us: For over 32 years, CPS Healthcare has been more than a healthcare provider—we’ve been a trusted partner to the communities and correctional facilities we serve. As a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), we bring both expertise and heart to every patient interaction, knowing that thoughtful care can change lives.

Every day, our team works side by side to provide compassionate, evidence-based medical and behavioral health services that make a real difference for those who need it most.

Job Summary

CPS Healthcare is looking to hire a full-time and per diem mental health clinician to join our team in providing diagnostic assessments and crisis intervention to an inmate population at our Norfolk County Jail, Dedham, MA.

Responsibilities

Provides diagnostic assessment, crisis intervention and psycho-therapeutic services to an inmate population. Responsible for completing progress notes and ensuring that documentation meets quality standards. Interrelates and works effectively with other mental health services staff, medical personnel, CPS administration, inmates, and outside support agencies.

Maintains a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors in accordance with established policies and procedures. Participates fully in all site-based performance improvement activities in accordance with job responsibilities. Promotes effective working relations as part of a department/unit team to facilitate the department/units to meet its goals and objectives.

Follow all security rules and regulations. Schedule: Full time schedule: 40 hours per week 3 day shifts and 2 evening shifts per week Day shift: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (some flexibility available) Evening shift: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM or 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM Weekend requirement: at least one Saturday per month Per Diem Schedule: Primarily evenings and Saturdays, with evening coverage needed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and/or Thursdays.

Salary: Salary Range: $83,200–$93,600 annually, based on license level and years of experience. Competitive per diem rates offered based on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related field. Professional Licensure Required: LICSW or LMHC (required); LCSW candidates will be considered with direct correctional experience. Previous related experience preferred (correctional mental health, crisis intervention, treatment of major mental disorders, substance use treatment).

Must be able to pass a facility background clearance Physical Requirements: Regularly required to stand; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear. Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move over 35 pounds.

Regularly able to adequately perform CPR.

Benefits

(if applicable): 401(k) retirement plan Dental insurance Vision coverage Health insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid time off Voluntary Benefits (if applicable): Life insurance Accident insurance Disability insurance Thank you for your interest in CPS Healthcare! We look forward to connecting with you to learn more about your goals and explore this opportunity together.