Licensed Psychologist

CoreCivic•California City, CA

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About The Position

CoreCivic is seeking Licensed Psychologists passionate about providing high-quality mental health care in an institutional setting. The role involves assessing and treating inmates, collaborating with a multidisciplinary mental health team, and responding to mental health crises. The successful candidate must perform the listed functions at a pace and level consistent with actual job performance requirements.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited college or university.
Current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in the state where the work is performed.
Two years of clinical experience, including one year in a comparable position.
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychological screenings and assessments based on available records and clinical interviews with inmates.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, mental health service providers, physicians, nurses, social workers, and other clinical staff to share information about patient psychological problems, integrate treatment activities, and support follow-through in patient care.
Develop, implement, and modify individual treatment plans based on evaluations of inmates’ needs and level of functioning.
Make regular rounds in segregation or other confined housing areas to assess inmate adjustment and mental health treatment needs.
Apply psychological counseling theory and techniques through treatments and activities for individuals in 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 the reasons for escalating problem behaviors and changes in inmates’ mental health conditions.
Provide timely clinical guidance during after-hours incidents and emergencies.