
Mental Health Counselor Job in Portage, Wisconsin
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC
Profession/Specialty:Mental Health Counselor
Location:Portage, Wisconsin, United States
Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent
Pay Range:$48.20 per hour
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- Ref #: S-MHC-9080608
- Profession: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Job Type: Contract
- Location: Portage, WI
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 26 weeks
- Schedule: , 07:00 AM-03:30 PM
- Rate: $48.2/hr
Requirements
- Active Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) license in the state of Wisconsin.
- Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
- Prior experience in correctional, clinical, or community mental health settings preferred.
- Strong crisis intervention and risk-assessment skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a secure correctional environment.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Conduct mental health assessments, screenings, and diagnostic evaluations for inmates.
- Provide individual and group counseling using evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
- Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
- Respond to mental health crises, conduct suicide risk assessments, and provide crisis stabilization.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medical, security, and psychiatric staff.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with WI DOC standards.
- Participate in case discussions, treatment meetings, and mental health program development.
- Provide education on coping strategies, behavior management, and rehabilitation.
- Ensure compliance with ethical standards, confidentiality regulations, and facility safety protocols.
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About Adelphi Healthcare
Adelphi Healthcare is a specialized staffing partner dedicated to connecting top-quality travel and local nurses, as well as allied health professionals, with healthcare facilities nationwide. We take pride in matching each clinician’s unique skills, certifications, and preferences to the specific needs of hospitals, clinics, and long-term care centers — ensuring seamless coverage, whether for short-term assignments or extended engagements