Program Director, Competency Restoration - Psychologist

3C Comprehensive Correctional Care; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

3C Comprehensive Correctional Care is seeking a licensed psychologist to provide clinical services and support competency restoration for individuals in the criminal justice system. The psychologist will conduct psychological and forensic evaluations, assist with treatment planning, provide clinical recommendations, and support individuals working toward competency restoration.

The successful candidate will collaborate with correctional healthcare staff, state hospitals, community providers, and

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology or a related field.
• Current, active license as a Psychologist in the state of employment.
• Ability to meet initial and ongoing correctional facility security clearance requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication, clinical assessment, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals involved in the criminal justice system.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological and court-ordered forensic evaluations as required.
• Provide clinical assessments, treatment recommendations, and documentation for individuals undergoing competency restoration.
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans to support patients' clinical needs and competency restoration goals.
• Prepare psychological reports, court documentation, and recommendations when requested.
• Provide expert testimony regarding forensic evaluations and professional opinions when required.
• Collaborate with behavioral health staff, correctional personnel, state hospitals, and community providers to coordinate care.
• Monitor patient progress and document clinical findings, treatment outcomes, and recommendations.
• Ensure timely completion of evaluations, reports, admissions, and discharges in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with organizational policies, facility regulations, state laws, and professional standards.
• Participate in clinical meetings, case consultations, and other behavioral health activities as assigned.
• Maintain professional boundaries and ethical standards while working in a correctional healthcare environment.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

CJ experience

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Job description

3C Comprehensive Correctional Care is seeking a licensed psychologist to provide clinical services and support competency restoration for individuals in the criminal justice system. The psychologist will conduct psychological and forensic evaluations, assist with treatment planning, provide clinical recommendations, and support individuals working toward competency restoration.

The successful candidate will collaborate with correctional healthcare staff, state hospitals, community providers, and