Mental Health Director - Full Time

Job description

Overview NaphCare is hiring an experienced Mental Health Director to join our team of medical professionals in the Pima County Juvenile Detention Center in Tucson, Arizona. As the Correctional Mental Health Director, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to ensure high-quality care is provided to the individuals in residence. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health and medical needs. Responsibilities: The Mental Health Director is responsible for managing and overseeing the mental health programs for the facility and ensuring patients in residence receive quality care that protects their rights, dignity and health. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to: - Developing and implementing mental health programs and services - Coordinating, leading and participating in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients - Performing and documenting patient mental health evaluations, maintaining accurate and timely clinical records, progress notes, and other required documentation - Facilitating patient treatments to...