Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Susanville, CA

Job Title: Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Location: Susanville, California (Correctional Facility)
Job Type: Full-Time Contract (6 to 9 months, with potential for extension)
Pay Rate: $55.00 - $57.00 per hour

Position Summary

We are hiring a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) to provide mental health care in a correctional setting in Susanville, CA. This role offers competitive pay, stable hours, and the opportunity to convert to a permanent state role with full benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver on-call crisis services and emergency consultations during the workday
• Conduct thorough mental health assessments, including review of substance abuse and criminal history
• Evaluate and document suicide risk accurately and professionally
• Provide psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and individual evaluations in dynamic correctional environments
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans
• Prepare clinical documentation, case summaries, and consult on complex psychiatric conditions
• Monitor and report on patient progress, ensuring ethical compliance and mandatory reporting
• Actively participate in care coordination, case reviews, and interdisciplinary team meetings

Minimum Requirements

• Experience: 12 continuous months of LPCC experience within the last 3 years in a public or private institution
• Education: Masters degree in counseling or a related field
• License: Active LPCC license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences
• Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
• Identification: Valid Drivers License or Passport

Benefits

• Hourly pay of $55.00 to $57.00
• Weekly direct deposit payroll
• Health insurance coverage
• 40 hours of paid sick time
• Contract extension bonus
• Pre-employment physical, drug screening, mask fit test, and background check - all paid
• Strong potential to convert to a permanent state role with full benefits