• Licensed Mental Health Practitioner

    Amergis (Omaha, NE)


    Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) / Licensed Professional Counselor

     

    Facility: Douglas County Department of Corrections

     

    Hourly pay: $50; if 50+ miles away, you will qualify for travel stipend!

     

    Start Date: 1/5/2026

     

    Shift: Days

     

    Hours: 40 hrs/week

    About the Role

    We are seeking a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner or Licensed Professional Counselor to provide individual and group therapeutic services within a correctional setting. This role involves administering assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to address behavioral health needs.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Provide individual and group therapy across diverse populations.

    + Administer assessment tools and interpret results.

    + Develop and implement treatment plans for behavioral disorders and disabilities.

    + Collaborate with healthcare professionals and correctional staff.

    + Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with HIPAA and facility standards.

    Requirements

    + Current state license as LMHP or LPC.

    + Current CPR certification.

    + Health certificate, PPD or chest X-ray (if applicable).

    + Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements.

    + Strong communication and clinical skills.

     

    Benefits

    At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

    + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

    + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

    + 401(k) savings plan

    + Awards and recognition programs

    *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

     

    About Amergis

     

    Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

     

    Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.