Mental Health Unit Director - Psychologist

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Illinois Department of Corrections. 

We are currently seeking a Mental Health Unit Director to join our team at Dixon Correctional Center located in Dixon, IL. Dixon is located about 40 miles from Rockford, IL. 

The Mental Health Unit Director is responsible for providing administrative guidance, direct supervision, and training to clinical and administrative staff and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate clinical needs and provide quality behavioral/mental health services in a correctional setting. The Mental Health Unit Manager will also develop and implement site level treatment schedules, participate in interviews and hiring processes, as well as performance evaluations, disciplinary procedures, and ensuring adherence to the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

•            IL Licensed Psychologist or independent mental health license required. Accepted licenses: LCPC, LCSW, LMFT

•            Must maintain current tuberculosis documentation and active CPR/AED certification

•            Must be able to pass background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable is required

•            Supervisory experience in a state or county corrections facility is preferred

•            Behavioral/mental health experience in a correctional and/or mental health residential treatment unit environment is preferred

For additional information, please contact Erik Hannemann, Provider Recruiter at (571)650-2677 or via email at ehannemann@teamcenturion.com  

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