Onsite Correctional Psychologist - Flextime & PTO

MindCare Solutions; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice Coverage

Full Health & Wellness Benefits

HSA/FSA

401k with 4% match

Disability

Life/AD&D

Positive/Motivated Culture

Company-Paid Holidays

Flextime

PTO

Job summary

MindCare Solutions is seeking a Correctional Psychologist to manage clinical and administrative coordination of mental health care for inmates/residents in Reno, NV.

The role requires an active NV license, board certification or eligibility, and NV DEA; you will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide evaluation, treatment, and crisis intervention, while ensuring compliance with regulations and contract terms.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted license in NV.
• Board Certified or Eligible within 1 year of residency completion.
• NV DEA license required.
• Employment contingent upon successful background checks and credentialing.
• Excellent skills in diagnostic assessment and counseling.
• Sound clinical judgment, professionalism, and independence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments of incarcerated individuals.
• Create individualized treatment plans including medication management, psychotherapy, and other interventions.
• Prepare progress reports; provide discharge recommendations; assist in statistical reports.
• Maintain up-to-date medical records complying with facility policies and state regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of inmates and audit records for service documentation.
• Process and respond to lawsuits; provide expert testimony when needed.
• Read and interpret medical and legal documents relevant to care.
• Collaborate with psychologists, social workers, nurses, and correctional staff for integrated care.
• Provide immediate psychiatric care in crisis situations and prevent incidents.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, laws, rules and contract requirements.

Skills

Psychologist

Diagnostic assessment

Crisis intervention

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

NV state license (psychologist) or eligibility

Job description

MindCare Solutions is seeking a Correctional Psychologist to manage clinical and administrative coordination of mental health care for inmates/residents in Reno, NV.

The role requires an active NV license, board certification or eligibility, and NV DEA; you will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide evaluation, treatment, and crisis intervention, while ensuring compliance with regulations and contract terms.