Forensic Psychologist – Inmate Mental Health Specialist

CoreCivic; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Psychologist to deliver high-quality mental health care in an institutional setting. You will conduct screenings, assessments, and develop treatment plans for inmates, working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Required: Doctoral degree in Psychology, unrestricted license, 2 years clinical experience (1 in a comparable role), valid driver’s license, and minimum age 21. CoreCivic is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology is required.
• Unrestricted license to practice psychology in the state of practice.
• Two years of clinical experience, including one year in a comparable position.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age of 21.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological screenings and assessments based on records review and clinical interviews.
• Develop, implement, and modify individual treatment plans based on evaluation of needs and functioning.
• Routinely round in segregation or confinement areas to assess inmate adjustment and needs.
• Consult with psychiatry, mental health, nursing, medical, education, chaplain and security staff to address crises and escalation.

Education

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking a Psychologist to deliver high-quality mental health care in an institutional setting. You will conduct screenings, assessments, and develop treatment plans for inmates, working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Required: Doctoral degree in Psychology, unrestricted license, 2 years clinical experience (1 in a comparable role), valid driver’s license, and minimum age 21. CoreCivic is an equal opportunity employer.