Licensed Psychologist | Tutwiler, MS | $150K–$170K

Purple Cow Recruiting•Tutwiler, MS

4d•$150,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

Heartline Staffing is recruiting a Licensed Psychologist for an on-site position at a correctional/detention center in Tutwiler, Mississippi. The facility houses male and female inmates. The role involves psychological screenings and clinical assessments, individualized treatment planning, counseling, crisis intervention, and coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare and facility staff. No travel is required. The position offers a salary of $150,000–$170,000 and a full relocation package. Listed benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement, and paid time off. A signing bonus is not offered, and employer visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited college or university.
Current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in Mississippi.
Two years of clinical experience, including one year in a comparable position.
Valid driver's license.
At least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Corrections or detention center experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychological screenings and assessments using available records and clinical interviews with inmates.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, mental health service providers, physicians, nurses, social workers, and other clinical staff to coordinate treatment and patient care follow-through.
Develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans based on assessed needs and level of functioning.
Conduct regular rounds in segregation and other confined housing areas to assess inmate adjustment and mental health treatment needs.
Apply psychological counseling theories and techniques through treatment activities for assigned individuals.
Provide mental health assessments, counseling, and confrontation-avoidance interventions for inmates experiencing crises.
Consult with psychiatry, mental health, nursing, medical, educational, chaplain, security, and other applicable staff regarding behavioral escalation and changes in inmates’ mental health conditions.