Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Job at Adelphi Staffing, Washington DC

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  • Adelphi Staffing
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Adelphi is seeking Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs) to provide behavioral health assessments, crisis intervention, and therapeutic support to individuals in custody within a correctional facility in Whatcom County, Washington. The ideal candidate will have experience in correctional, forensic, or acute care environments, with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, and treatment planning for individuals with serious mental illness.

Job Quick Facts

• Ref#: BD-1016-07

• Profession: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

• Specialty: Correctional Behavioral Health

• Job Type: Contract

• Location: Whatcom County, Washington State

• Coverage Type: Onsite

• Service Setting: Correctional Facility

• Facility Type: County Jail

• Shift Schedule: Full-time and part-time shifts available (may include evenings, weekends, and holidays)

• Compensation: $60/hour 

Requirements

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, or a related behavioral health field

• Current, active LMHC license in the State of Washington

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience (correctional, crisis, or community mental health settings preferred)

• Expertise in trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, and crisis de-escalation

• Familiarity with NCCHC standards and Washington State mental health laws (RCW 71.05, RCW 71.24)

• Excellent communication, documentation, and care coordination skills

• Ability to function effectively within a secure, multidisciplinary healthcare environment

• Must pass comprehensive background check and drug screening

• Current CPR/BLS certification (AHA-approved)

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health screenings, intake evaluations, and suicide risk assessments.

• Provide short-term, solution-focused individual and group counseling services.

• Monitor and support individuals with serious mental illness, including those under suicide watch or detox monitoring.

• Respond to mental health crises and implement appropriate therapeutic interventions.

• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, nursing staff, and custody to ensure integrated care.

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, reentry planning, and discharge coordination.

• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).

• Support compliance with NCCHC, applicable RCWs/WACs, and facility behavioral health protocols.

• Assist with quality improvement initiatives related to mental health service delivery.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Part time, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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