Licensed Psychological Associate/Licensed Psychological Practitioner

Wellpath; La Grange (TX, KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Licensed Psychological Associate to provide vital mental health services within correctional and detention facilities. This role involves conducting psychological assessments, delivering therapy, and developing individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. The successful candidate will collaborate with facility staff to ensure effective care and uphold ethical standards in clinical practice. If you are passionate about making a difference in the mental health field and have the necessary qualifications, this opportunity offers a rewarding environment to contribute to patient care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology required for the role.
• Experience with mental health delivery systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive mental health services in correctional facilities.
• Conduct psychological assessments and develop tailored treatment plans.
• Participate in crisis intervention and ensure ethical service delivery.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Therapy provision

Treatment planning

Crisis management

Clinical documentation

Education

Master’s degree in psychology

Job description

Responsibilities:

• The Licensed Psychological Associate, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, will deliver comprehensive mental health services to patients within correctional and detention facilities. Responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments, providing therapy, and developing treatment plans tailored to individual needs. This role requires collaboration with facility staff to ensure effective care and support for patients in a correctional setting.
• Provides clinical and consultation services in line with company policies and standards of the APA, NCCHC, and ACA, including diagnosis, treatment, psychological testing, evaluations, treatment planning, counseling, and crisis management under the supervision of a Licensed Psychologist.
• Ensures that clinical services adhere to ethical and professional standards, and participates in case staffing, care management meetings, and quality improvement activities.
• Completes clinical documentation professionally and promptly, maintaining data for departmental statistics, and develops goals and objectives for clinical services in consultation with supervisors.
• Delivers staff training on mental health issues and may assist in the development and refinement of facility policies and procedures to meet recognized standards.
• Participates in a 24-hour crisis intervention system, promptly notifies the supervising Psychologist of serious incidents, and provides timely updates on clinical concerns impacting clients or the mental health services program.

Education:

• Master’s degree in psychology.

Experience:

• Experience with mental health delivery systems.
• Experience in the mental field that indicates knowledge of diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders and psychological evaluation techniques, including psychological assessment instruments.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Licensed as a License Psychological Associate in the state of Kentucky.