PSYCHOLOGIST

The GEO Group•Karnes City, TX

12d•$150,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Psychologist evaluates and diagnoses inmates, detainees, and residents for mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. The role coordinates mental health functions, including supervising and training staff, and provides psychological care in a correctional setting. The Psychologist assesses mental status and suicide risk, provides psychotherapy or counseling, makes referrals when appropriate, documents services in medical records, and educates medical and correctional staff about mental health and suicide-risk recognition.

Requirements

PhD or PsyD in Psychology from an accredited university.
Current Psychology license in the state where the facility is located, or licensure or certification in accordance with contract requirements.
Maintain a current copy of the license on file at the facility at all times.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Acute awareness, critical-thinking ability, and strong communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of correctional work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate mental health functions, including supervising and training staff members.
Examine and treat detainees or inmates referred by nursing or professional staff to support injury care, disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.
Provide psychotherapy or counseling for psychological disorders or mental illness.
Refer individuals to a psychiatrist when appropriate.
Evaluate mental status and symptoms to determine whether transfer or placement under observation is needed because of suicide risk.
Refer individuals to an appropriate professional if they exhibit side effects.
Document services and comprehensive notes in patient medical records.
Instruct staff and officers in recognizing suicide risk factors.
Provide in-service education for medical and correctional staff as required.