Licensed Clinical Psychologist
About The Position
The Licensed Clinical Psychologist provides psychological assessment and treatment to inmates in an institutional correctional setting. The role is part of a mental health team and requires delivering high-quality care while meeting the pace and performance requirements of the position. The psychologist evaluates inmates through records review, clinical interviews, and psychological assessments; develops and adapts individual treatment plans; and provides counseling and crisis interventions. The role also involves regular rounds in segregation and other confined housing areas, and close collaboration with clinical, medical, educational, chaplain, and security staff to support integrated care and understand changes in inmate behavior or mental health.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited college or university with a doctoral degree in Psychology.
- Hold a current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in the state where practice occurs.
- Have two years of clinical experience, including one year in a comparable position.
- Have a valid driver’s license.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
Responsibilities
- Conduct psychological screenings and assessments based on available records and clinical interviews with inmates.
- Coordinate with other clinical staff to share information about patients’ psychological problems, integrate treatment activities, and support follow-through in patient care.
- Develop, implement, and modify individual treatment plans based on inmates’ evaluated needs and level of functioning.
- Make regular rounds in segregation and other confined housing areas to assess inmate adjustment and mental health treatment needs.
- Apply knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques in treatments and activities for individuals on the caseload.
- Provide mental health assessments, counseling, and confrontation-avoidance interventions for inmates in crisis.
- Consult with psychiatry, mental health, nursing, medical, educational, chaplain, security staff, and others to understand escalating problem behaviors and changes in inmates’ mental health conditions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
