Licensed Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor (LMSW/LCSW, LMHC) -Fultonville, NY

Job Description

Seeking a full-time *Licensed Social Worker (LMSW/LCSW)* or *Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)* as a *Behavioral Health Professional* at the *Montgomery County Jail* in *Fultonville, NY*.

Responsibilities include conducting clinical and risk assessments, managing mental health services, serving as the liaison between medical and mental health teams, facilitating inmate placement to forensic hospitals, and ensuring care standards meet NCCHC guidelines. The role involves developing in-service trainings, monitoring clinical services, and contributing to quality assurance through reporting.

Benefits include competitive salary ($60,000–$75,000), health/dental/vision insurance, HSA, 401(k) with match, paid malpractice insurance, PTO, and clinical supervision hours.

Requirements: NY licensure as LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC, valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation. Correctional healthcare offers a challenging yet rewarding environment providing comprehensive mental health services to an underserved population.