Licensed Social Worker / Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Company: Professional Care Medical Practice
Location: Hurley
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Full-time Description Professional Care Medical Practice P.C. is
currently looking for a Full -Time Licensed Mental Health Counselor
(LMHC) or Licensed Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW) to work as a
Behavioral Health Professional in the medical department at the
Ulster County Jail in Kingston, NY . This is a full-time, 40 hour
per week position, Monday through Friday, during normal business
hours (i.e, no weekends). Salary range is $60,000.00 - $75,000.00.
Responsibilities : In this role the clinician is responsible for
the clinical monitoring, coordinating and implementing of the
mental health program in accordance with NCCHC standards and will
serve as the mental health liaison between the medical unit and
facility staff. Primary job responsibilities include: Conduct
clinical assessments based on referrals and self-referrals.
Assessments include documentation of findings, including at a
minimum a mental status examination and case conceptualization,
diagnosis, and treatment plan. Makes referrals to psychiatry when
appropriate. Risk assessments are to be conducted utilizing
structured interviews and risk assessment tools. Inmates at risk
for suicide and / or engaging in self-harm are managed utilizing
existing protocols according to current policy and procedures.
Serve as the PCM mental health liaison for mental health services,
outside the facility. Facilitates admission and placement of
inmates/patients to forensic hospitals when necessary. Monitors all
mental health services provided. Monitors clinical services to
ensure that standards of care are in accordance with NCCHC and
accepted psychiatric/ psychological standards. Is a member of the
Quality Assurance Committee. Develops and conducts in-service
education programs according to annual in-service calendar.
Collects data and prepares monthly reports, which reflect
performance. Benefits : Professional Care believes in offering a
competitive compensation and benefits package to all their
employees! Standard benefits for full-time employees include:
Health care (i.e., medical, dental, vision, and elective health
savings account (i.e., HSA). Elective options for life insurance,
as well as short & long-term disability. Paid time off will accrue
for a maximum accrual of ten (10) days (or 80 hours) per year. In
addition, you will also receive six (6) floating holidays,
pro-rated within your first year of employment as dictated by your
effective hire date. You are also eligible to accrue “sick and
safe” leave benefits under the New York State Sick Leave Law (i.e.,
NYSSL). NYSSL accrues at a rate of one (1) hour for every thirty
(30) hours of straight time worked, for a maximum annual accrual of
fifty-six (56) hours. 401k retirement with discretionary company
match. Clinical supervision hours provided at no cost - and more!
Summary : Correctional mental/behavioral health care provides a
challenging and exciting world of opportunities for Professional
Counselors and Social Workers today. We provide full-spectrum
mental/behavioral health care - including substance abuse/MAT
(i.e., medicated assisted treatment) counseling & therapy. Each day
is both challenging and rewarding, serving a vulnerable &
underserved patient population. PCM is dedicated to our employees
and we will provide the knowledge and training necessary to
administer premier mental/behavioral health care within a
correctional environment. For a full job description, click here:
http://www.primecaremedical.com/wp-content/uploads/JD.NY-Behavioral-Health-Professional.pdf
Requirements Must be licensed as a LMHC, LMSW, or LCSW in the state
of New York. Must hold a Master’s degree or greater in Social Work,
Psychology, or related Human Service field with a concentration in
clinical course work, training and/or experience. Minimum of two
years of experience and familiarity with substance abuse/MAT (i.e.,
Medicated Assisted Treatment) counseling preferred. Must hold a
valid driver’s license & have reliable transportation. Salary
Description $60,000.00 - $75,000.00
Keywords: Professional Care Medical Practice, Troy , Licensed Social Worker / Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Healthcare , Hurley, New York
