Psychologist

Cell Staff; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 126,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay up to $4,600

Eight-hour shifts

Immediate start

Guaranteed hours

26 weeks contract

Job summary

Cell Staff seeks a licensed psychologist for a 26-week contract at a Wisconsin state correctional facility in Green Bay. The role involves conducting evaluations, crisis interventions, and individual therapy within a secure, multidisciplinary team.

The position emphasizes trauma-informed care, risk assessment, and rehabilitation planning, with a predictable day shift (7:00 AM–3:30 PM) on-site. Eligible candidates hold a Ph.D. or Psy.D. and a Wisconsin license.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Active, unrestricted license to practice as a Psychologist in Wisconsin.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience; forensic/correctional background preferred.
• Ability to clear state background check and security clearance.
• Strong communication, diagnostic judgment, trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and risk screenings for incarcerated individuals.
• Deliver evidence-based individual therapy and crisis management.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with an on-site multidisciplinary team (psychiatrists, social workers, nurses, security).
• Maintain meticulous EHR documentation per state standards.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Wisconsin licensure

Forensic experience

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal communication

Education

PhD or PsyD

Tools

EHR documentation

Job description

Job Title: Contract Licensed Psychologist – Department of Corrections | Premium Weekly Compensation

Location: Green Bay, WI (On-Site)

Job Type: Full-Time / Contract (Up to 40 Hours/Week)

Contract Duration: 26 Weeks (With strong potential for extension/renewal)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and clinical-focused Licensed Psychologist to fulfill a 26-week contract engagement at a state correctional facility located in Green Bay, WI. This position provides an exceptional opportunity to practice forensic and behavioral mental health care in a structured, secure, and collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

Operating on a predictable 8-hour day schedule, the incoming practitioner will deliver essential psychological assessments, crisis interventions, and individual therapy without the insurance billing complexities or corporate production metrics inherent in traditional private healthcare systems.

Compensation & Schedule:

• Weekly Earnings: Up to $4,600+ per week
• Schedule: 8-Hour Day Shifts | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Includes a 30-minute unpaid meal period)
• Hours: Up to 40 hours per week
• Benefits: Predictable day-shift schedule, long-term 26-week stability, guaranteed weekly hours, and an immediate start timeline.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and risk screenings for incarcerated individuals.
• Deliver evidence-based individual therapy, crisis management, and immediate de-escalation interventions to maintain safety and support rehabilitation.
• Develop, monitor, and update individualized treatment plans tailored to complex behavioral and mental health needs.
• Collaborate effectively with an on-site multidisciplinary treatment team, including psychiatrists, social workers, correctional nurses, and security personnel.
• Maintain meticulous clinical electronic health record (EHR) documentation in compliance with state correctional standards and professional guidelines.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Active, unrestricted license to practice as a Psychologist in the State of Wisconsin (or active compact/interjurisdictional authorization where applicable).
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience preferred (Correctional or Forensic experience is a plus, but all adaptable clinical backgrounds are encouraged to apply).
• Ability to successfully clear a comprehensive state background check, security clearance, and facility safety vetting.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, excellent diagnostic judgment, and a commitment to safe, trauma-informed patient care.

Why Consider Correctional Psychology?

Correctional mental health is one of the most dynamic and rewarding settings for practitioners looking to master behavioral analysis, crisis stabilization, and forensic treatment. You are provided a structured, secure facility, a collaborative team framework with dedicated auxiliary and security support, and a predictable schedule with no insurance or billing headaches. The 26-week duration offers long-term financial security alongside maximum weekly earning potential in a high-demand specialty.