Mental Health Clinician (FT & Per Diem)
- PRN / per diem
How this pay compares
This posting states $45 an hour. Open mental health therapist jobs in Massachusetts post a median of $26 an hour, the middle half $21.32–$39.40, across 90 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Mental health therapists employed in Massachusetts earn a median of $28.80 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
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 seeking Per Diem Mental Health Clinicians to join our team at Plymouth County Jail in Plymouth, MA. In this role, you will provide diagnostic assessments and crisis intervention services to individuals in a correctional setting.
Responsibilities
- Provides diagnostic assessment, crisis intervention and psychotherapeutic 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
We are flexible and open to per diem clinicians seeking day, evening, and weekend shifts.
Compensation
$45/hour.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
- LICSW or LMHC preferred. LCSWs with correctional, crisis, or other relevant clinical experience are encouraged to apply.
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related field.
- Must be able to pass a facility background clearance
- Previous related experience preferred (correctional mental health, crisis intervention, treatment of major mental disorders, substance use treatment).
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.
From Correctional Psychiatric Services's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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