Licensed Psychologist

Core Civic • WHITEVILLE, TN

45d • $150,000 - $170,000 • Onsite

About The Position

CoreCivic is seeking Psychologists to provide high-quality mental health care in an institutional setting. As part of a mental health team, the Psychologist conducts screenings and assessments, develops and adjusts treatment plans, and provides counseling and crisis interventions for inmates. The role involves collaborating with clinical and other facility staff to support coordinated treatment and patient care.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological screenings and assessments using available records and clinical interviews with inmates.
• Confer with clinical staff to exchange information about patients’ psychological problems, integrate treatment activities, and support care follow-through.
• Develop, implement, and modify individual treatment plans based on evaluations of inmates’ needs and functioning.
• Make regular rounds in segregation and other confined housing areas to assess inmate adjustment and mental health treatment needs.
• Apply psychological counseling theory and techniques in 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, and other staff to understand factors behind escalating problem behaviors and changes in inmates’ mental health conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree