Licensed Psychologist — Forensic Mental Health Leader

Mississippi Department of Employment Security; Tutwiler (MS); Sur place; USD 130 000 - 170 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

CoreCivic seeks Psychologists to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting. Responsibilities include conducting screenings, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with medical and mental health staff to ensure integrated patient care.

The role requires a Doctoral degree in Psychology, an active license, and at least two years of clinical experience (including one in a comparable setting). A valid driver’s license is also required.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited college/university.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in the state where practice occurs.
• Two years of clinical experience, including one year in a comparable position.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age: 18 years.

Responsabilités

• Conducts psychological screenings and assessments based on available records and clinical interviews with inmates.
• Confers with psychiatrists, mental health staff, physicians, nurses, social workers to coordinate patient care.
• Develops, implements, and modifies individual treatment plans based on needs and functioning.
• Makes rounds in segregation or other housing areas to assess mental health needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of psychological counseling theories and techniques for caseload treatments.
• Provides mental health assessments, counseling, and crisis interventions as needed.
• Consults with clinical staff to understand escalations and changes in mental health conditions.

Connaissances

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Formation

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Current license to practice psychology

Description du poste

CoreCivic seeks Psychologists to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting. Responsibilities include conducting screenings, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with medical and mental health staff to ensure integrated patient care.

The role requires a Doctoral degree in Psychology, an active license, and at least two years of clinical experience (including one in a comparable setting). A valid driver’s license is also required.