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Independent Licensed Social Worker or Counselor (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT)

NaphCare logoNaphCare~$35–$75/hrtypicalFort Pierce, FLAdded 1d ago
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Overview

NaphCare is currently hiring PRN Licensed Mental Health Professionals (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, etc.) just like you to join our team at the St. Lucie County Jail located in Fort Pierce, FL . Pay rates vary based on experience and can be discussed upon interview.

NaphCare is a family owned, medical healthcare company that has been delivering high quality healthcare to correctional facilities across the nation for over 35 years. Come join our team of over 5000 employees and growing! NaphCare pays well, offers outstanding benefits, and has an incredibly engaged corporate support team to make sure you have what you need to be truly excellent at what you do.

NaphCare partners with correctional facilities to provide proactive, patient-focused healthcare. We recognize that we serve a unique and diverse patient population, and our onsite teams take pride in bringing excellence in care to a population in great need. Be part of a world-class team of professionals who are revolutionizing correctional healthcare as you use our cutting-edge resources, including our award winning electronic operating system.

NaphCare Full Time Benefits

  • Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan
  • Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one !
  • We offer low cost benefits to our employees and their families
  • Employment Assistance Program (EAP) services
  • 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Referral bonuses Finish
  • On-site education
  • Free Continuing Education!
  • Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
  • Generous paid time off & paid holidays

NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up-to-date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.

With NaphCare, you'll play a critical role in our continuing mission to be the leading provider of quality healthcare in the correctional industry. If you want a career that will make a difference, choose the company that is different.

We support your growth and internal promotion. Once hired, we encourage our employees to continue to seek opportunities for advancement and leadership.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for Licensed Mental Health Professionals (LCSWs, LCMHCs, etc.):

  • Perform and document mental health evaluations, progress notes, individual and group counseling notes and suicide watch notes
  • Coordinate with healthcare and security staff regarding patients’ mental health care and release dates
  • Participate in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients, security personnel, and healthcare staff
  • Demonstrate knowledge of DSM-V / DSM-V-TR criteria
  • Provide goal oriented intervention directed toward management of terminal illness; reaction/adjustment to illness; strengthening of family/support system; conflict resolution related to chronic illness
  • Counsel and provide intervention to assist in the transition to being incarcerated
  • Document thoroughly all tasks as stated in client’s medical record to maintain social work recording and statistics
  • Initiates and/or participates in patient education and treatment programs, such as developing educational materials and providing group therapy

Qualifications

Qualifications for Licensed Mental Health Professionals (LCSWs, LCMHCs, etc.):

  • Master's prepared Mental Health Professional with active, unrestricted licensure as a ( LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT, LMHP, LISW, etc. ) in FL
  • A valid CPR card
  • A minimum of 3 years’ clinical experience in a mental health care setting, with correctional healthcare experience preferred
  • Must have knowledge and experience in the identification and treatment of mental health and co-occurring substance abuse disorders, discharge planning, principles of social work, basic principles of individual and group behavior, and a working knowledge of psychotropic medications.

We know you may have questions before applying. To speak to a recruiter directly, email your questions and/or resume to hiring@naphcare.com with the position and location you’re interested in.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

From NaphCare's job posting, checked Oct 21, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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