Corrections Psychologist — Onsite Mental Health Expert

The Recruiting Hive; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Life Insurance and Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Recruiting Hive is seeking a licensed psychologist to join a correctional facility team in an onsite role. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and work with psychiatrists and other clinicians to provide comprehensive mental health care for inmates.

You will perform rounds, apply counseling theories, and deliver crisis interventions, ensuring high standards of care and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Psychologist with a valid state license.
• Proven experience in a clinical or correctional setting is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of psychological assessment tools and counseling techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological screenings and assessments through clinical interviews and examination of available records.
• Collaborate with other clinical staff, including psychiatrists, mental health providers, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure integrated and comprehensive care.
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans based on ongoing evaluation of patient needs and functioning.
• Perform regular rounds in various housing areas to evaluate inmate adjustment and mental health requirements.
• Apply psychological counseling theories and techniques to provide effective treatments and interventions.
• Conduct mental health assessments and deliver crisis intervention strategies to support inmates in distress.
• Engage in consultations with staff across various departments to gain insights into behavioral issues and mental health changes among inmates.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Counseling techniques

Crisis intervention

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Job description

The Recruiting Hive is seeking a licensed psychologist to join a correctional facility team in an onsite role. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and work with psychiatrists and other clinicians to provide comprehensive mental health care for inmates.

You will perform rounds, apply counseling theories, and deliver crisis interventions, ensuring high standards of care and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in a challenging environment.