Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) #80388 Job at AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing, Bellingham, WA

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  • AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing
  • Bellingham, WA

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.

About AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing:

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve.

Job Tags

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

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