art Time Qualified Mental Health Professional QMHP

Part Time Qualified Mental Health Professional (LPC, Psych RN, or LCSW)
4 Hours Weekly | Flexible Schedule | Elbert County Jail | Georgia

A few hours each week can help change the trajectory of someone’s mental health.

Southern Health Partners is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to provide behavioral health services at the Elbert County Jail in Georgia. This position offers the opportunity to support an underserved population while working alongside an experienced healthcare team in a secure and structured correctional setting.

With approximately four hours per week, this role is ideal for a behavioral health professional who wants to remain clinically engaged, supplement an existing practice, or provide meaningful support in a flexible environment. Services may be provided on-site or through telehealth, depending on provider preference and facility needs.

Position Details

Location: Elbert County Jail – Georgia
Schedule: Approximately 4 Hours Per Week
Flexible Scheduling Available
Service Delivery: On-site or Telehealth
Role: Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

Key Responsibilities

Conduct mental health evaluations and assessments for incarcerated patients

Provide brief counseling, crisis intervention, and behavioral health support

Collaborate with the medical and nursing team to coordinate patient care

Develop and document treatment recommendations and mental health notes

Assist with identification and monitoring of patients with behavioral health needs

Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional and ethical standards

Qualifications

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Psych RN)

Active license in the state of Georgia

Experience in behavioral health, counseling, psychiatric nursing, or correctional healthcare preferred

Comfort working with diverse and underserved patient populations

Ability to pass a background check and obtain facility security clearance

What SHP Offers

✔ Flexible part-time schedule
✔ Minimal weekly time commitment
✔ Monthly compensation
✔ Option for on-site or telehealth service delivery
✔ Established clinical protocols and administrative support
✔ Opportunity to collaborate with an experienced healthcare team

About Southern Health Partners

For more than 30 years, Southern Health Partners has partnered with correctional facilities across the country to deliver quality healthcare to underserved populations. Our team members value the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working within a structured and supportive environment.

If you are looking for a flexible opportunity to continue practicing behavioral health while making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Learn more about life at SHP
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Facebook: @SouthernHealthPartners
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Southern Health Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All applicants must successfully pass facility security clearance and drug screening.