Prison Psychiatrist: Lead Mental Health Programs

American Geriatrics Society; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 275,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Psychiatrist to lead mental health services in an institutional setting and oversee clinical coordination for inmates/residents. The role involves direct patient care, supervision of staff, and participation in civil commitment proceedings.

The incumbent will assess DSM diagnoses, prescribe psychotropic medications, and develop treatment programs while maintaining confidentiality and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with an advanced degree in psychology or related clinical area and appropriate certification or license (or meet licensing requirements for the state of employment).
• Five years of clinical experience, including two years in a comparable position.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Report to assigned facility at designated hour to provide direct patient care and associated clinical duties.
• Participate in civil commitment proceedings.
• Assess and provide a DSM diagnosis as appropriate.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications.
• Provide counseling, disease process education and review labs as needed.
• Supervise and mentor other facility mental health staff.
• Assess mental health service needs and prepare reports on services.
• Coordinate professional services with contract personnel as applicable.

Skills

Clinical experience

Driver's license

Education

Advanced degree in psychology

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking a Psychiatrist to lead mental health services in an institutional setting and oversee clinical coordination for inmates/residents. The role involves direct patient care, supervision of staff, and participation in civil commitment proceedings.

The incumbent will assess DSM diagnoses, prescribe psychotropic medications, and develop treatment programs while maintaining confidentiality and documentation standards.