Corrections Facility Psychologist (Adjunct Faculty)

Morehouse School of Medicine; Georgia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Morehouse School of Medicine seeks a psychologist to provide direct patient care to adult detainees in Georgia correctional settings. The successful candidate should be culturally informed, comfortable in correctional environments, and committed to advancing mental health equity through clinical care.

Required are a PsyD or PhD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology and Georgia license, plus strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications

• PsyD or PhD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology.
• Georgia Psychology License.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and professional skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation and treatment of detained individuals.
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary mental healthcare team members.
• Participation in patient safety and quality improvement activities.
• Direct patient care and related duties as assigned by the Chair.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

PsyD or PhD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Job description

Corrections Facility Psychologist (Adjunct Faculty)

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine ( MSM ) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation’s leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It’s also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders.

• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;
• With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM !

Posting Number

Posting Number ACAD521

Job Title

Job Title Corrections Facility Psychologist (Adjunct Faculty)

Position Title

Position Title Corrections Facility Psychologist (Adjunct Faculty)

Position Type

Position Type Faculty

Number of vacancies

Number of vacancies 1

Salary Commensurate with credentials experience

Department

Position Summary

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Morehouse School of Medicine is seeking a clinical or counseling psychologist to provide direct patient care to adult individuals detained by ICE in GA facilities. The successful candidate should be culturally informed, comfortable in correctional settings, and have a demonstrated interest in advancing mental health equity through clinical care.

General Responsibilities:

• Evaluation and treatment of detained individuals;
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary mental healthcare team members;
• Participation in patient safety and quality improvement activities. This is a direct patient care position.

Reports to:

Chair, Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Minimum Qualifications

• PsyD, PhD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology f
• Georgia Psychology License
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and professional skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in correctional settings
• Bilingual – Spanish + English

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

• Direct patient care
• Collaboration with mental healthcare team members
• Participation in patient safety and quality improvement activities
• Other duties as assigned by the Chair of the Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, including, but not limited to, teaching and supervision.

* The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified *

Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID -19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Our vision is to lead the creation and advancement of health equity.

Morehouse School of Medicine
720 Westview Drive
Atlanta, GA 30310
404-752-1500

Partner Site(s):

Morehouse Healthcare