Licensed Psychologist

Taphealthcare; Tutwiler (MS); Presencial; USD 150.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Tap Healthcare Solutions in Tutwiler, MS is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to deliver psychological and behavioral health services in a correctional or detention-related healthcare environment. You will conduct assessments, provide individual and group therapy, and develop treatment plans for diverse populations.

The ideal candidate holds a doctoral degree in psychology, a Mississippi license, and at least two years of professional clinical experience, including experience in correctional

Formación

• Doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited institution.
• Current Mississippi psychology license (unrestricted).
• Minimum 2 years of professional clinical psychology experience.
• At least 1 year in a comparable position.
• Experience in a correctional facility or detention center.
• Valid driver's license and age 18+.
• Strong knowledge of assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatments.
• Ability to develop individualized treatment plans and provide interventions.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ethics, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations.
• Provide individual and group therapy.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and accurate clinical documentation.
• Apply ethical guidelines in a correctional health setting.

Conocimientos

Psychological assessment

Clinical diagnosis

Evidence-based treatment

Documentation & communication

Interpersonal skills

Educación

Doctoral Degree in Psychology (PhD/PsyD)

Descripción del empleo

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly qualified and compassionate Licensed Psychologist to provide comprehensive psychological and behavioral health services in Tutwiler, Mississippi. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced clinical psychologist who is passionate about delivering evidence-based mental healthcare and supporting individuals with complex psychological and behavioral health needs.

The Licensed Psychologist will conduct psychological assessments, provide individual and group therapeutic interventions, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to support effective mental health treatment.

This position involves delivering psychological services within a correctional or detention-related healthcare environment, where strong clinical judgment, professional integrity, and the ability to work with diverse patient populations are essential.

The successful candidate will play an important role in promoting psychological well-being, supporting behavioral health treatment initiatives, and maintaining high standards of ethical and professional clinical practice.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Psychology from an accredited college or university
• Current, active, and unrestricted license to practice psychology in Mississippi
• Minimum 2 years of professional clinical psychology experience
• At least 1 year of clinical experience in a comparable position
• Previous experience working in a correctional facility or detention center
• Valid driver's license
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Strong knowledge of psychological assessment, clinical diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment methods
• Ability to develop individualized treatment plans and provide appropriate psychological interventions
• Excellent clinical documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical standards of psychological practice
• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing complex behavioral health challenges

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience providing psychological services in correctional institutions, detention centers, or forensic mental health environments
• Experience conducting psychological evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and behavioral risk assessments
• Familiarity with forensic psychology, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care
• Experience providing individual and group psychotherapy to diverse patient populations
• Knowledge of behavioral health treatment planning for individuals with serious mental illness, substance use disorders, or co-occurring conditions
• Experience collaborating with correctional healthcare staff, psychiatrists, social workers, and multidisciplinary clinical teams
• Strong understanding of professional ethics, institutional safety procedures, and mental health documentation requirements
• Experience supporting suicide prevention, behavioral crisis response, and mental health stabilization initiatives

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a Mississippi-licensed Psychologist with a Doctoral Degree in Psychology and at least two years of professional clinical experience, including one year in a comparable clinical position.

Candidates should possess previous experience working within a correctional facility or detention center and demonstrate an understanding of the unique clinical, behavioral, and operational considerations associated with institutional mental healthcare.

The strongest applicants will be comfortable conducting psychological evaluations, delivering therapeutic interventions, and developing individualized treatment plans for patients experiencing a broad range of psychological and behavioral health conditions.

Professionals with experience in correctional mental health, forensic psychology, crisis intervention, and complex behavioral health treatment will be particularly well aligned with this opportunity.

Successful candidates will demonstrate clinical independence, emotional resilience, ethical decision-making, strong communication skills, and a commitment to providing compassionate psychological care within a structured healthcare environment.

Compensation

$150,000 – $170,000 annually

Compensation within the listed range will be determined based on the candidate's additional clinical psychology expertise, correctional or detention center experience, specialized behavioral health qualifications, professional licensure, advanced clinical competencies, and overall alignment with the position.

Why Join Through Tap Healthcare Solutions?

At Tap Healthcare Solutions, we recognize the essential role Licensed Psychologists play in addressing complex behavioral health needs, supporting psychological stability, and improving access to quality mental healthcare. Their advanced clinical training, diagnostic expertise, and commitment to ethical patient care are especially valuable within correctional and institutional healthcare environments.

This opportunity in Tutwiler, Mississippi, offers an experienced psychologist the chance to apply specialized clinical skills in a challenging and meaningful healthcare setting while earning competitive compensation.

Our team will support you throughout the hiring process with clear communication, personalized attention, and a candidate-focused approach. We'll help ensure this opportunity aligns with your clinical psychology experience, professional licensure, correctional healthcare background, compensation expectations, and long-term career goals, helping you pursue a position where your expertise is valued and your contributions make a meaningful difference.