Psychologist

YesCare; Markham; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in correctional healthcare is seeking a dedicated Psychologist to provide essential mental health services in a challenging yet rewarding environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals in correctional facilities. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, providing crisis intervention, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standard of care. Join a team that values innovation and clinical expertise, and be part of a mission that transforms lives and fosters well-being among underserved populations. This is more than just a job; it’s a calling to serve and make a difference.

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Generous PTO plan

401k with matching funds

Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Tuition Assistance

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Holds a current license as a Psychologist in the State of employment.
• Current HSPP endorsement or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services and behavioral health assessments.
• Document clinical encounters and maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff meetings and provide clinical supervision.

Skills

Clinical Mental Health Services

Crisis Intervention

Behavioral Health Assessment

Documentation in Electronic Medical Records

Education

Doctoral Degree in Psychology

Tools

Electronic Medical Record Systems

Job description

Experience & Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Psychology or related field is required.
• Holds a current license as a Psychologist in the State of employment.
• Current HSPP endorsement or eligibility to deliver clinical mental health services under supervision until license and HSPP endorsement is gained is required.

A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.

Responsibilities

Below is a list of your responsibilities as a Psychologist with YesCare at Bullock Correctional Facility located in Union Springs, AL.

• Responsible for providing direct clinical services, consultative services and supervisory services in accordance with the policies and procedures of YesCare, the policies and regulations of the institution and Department of Correction, state statutes concerning the delivery and practice of clinical mental health services, and in accordance with the ethics and standards of the staff member's discipline.
• Provide routine behavioral health services such as intake assessments, individual and group intervention, treatment planning, and discharge planning. Provide crisis intervention services when requested by institutional staff, medical staff, or by inmate self-referral. Crisis intervention can include consultation with institutional staff regarding management concerns, appropriate housing, referral and/or follow up. Crisis intervention activities may require on-call services.
• Assist in effecting movement to appropriate setting when patient's mental status indicates he/she is a danger to self or others. Document all clinical encounters and significant behavioral health information in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with the policies and procedures of YesCare and the policies and regulations of the Department of Correction.
• Aid Psychiatrist and nursing staff in monitoring patients receiving psychotropic medications. Provide training in human behavior and/or mental health issues to institutional staff in accordance with institutional training programs as requested and as clinical service allows.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-service training programs as offered by behavioral health departments, YesCare, and the Department of Correction. Provide clinical supervision to behavioral health staff as assigned.
• Responsible for informing Lead Psychologist or Regional Mental Health Director of personal need for additional clinical supervision or overall problems in delivery of clinical services. Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of inmate information in accordance with Department of Correction policy.
• Work effectively with other behavioral health staff, YesCare administrative and medical personnel, Department of Correction staff, inmates and outside support agencies.
• Comply with employee standards of YesCare and applicable employee standards of the Department of Correction. Compliance includes, but is not limited to, the maintenance of a working environment and personal appearance consistent with professional responsibilities, development of harmonious working relationships and timely notification of supervisory personnel of absences from institution.
• Perform other services relating to the behavioral health department as assigned.

YesCare Benefits (only applicable for full-time positions)

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Generous PTO plan
• 401k with matching funds
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
• $75.00 per hour

About YesCare Health

Correctional healthcare is not just a job. It’s a calling.

By choosing a career with YesCare, you are choosing the opportunity to truly make a difference in the health, well-being, and future of the patients you serve. We take pride in being a pioneer provider of correctional healthcare. As a YesCare professional, you have access to the resources and support to enhance your skills, build a solid foundation to reach your career potential, and contribute to the care and well-being of an underserved population. There is no greater calling. Join YesCare today and be part of our legacy of innovation and clinical expertise.