Licensed Psychologist - PRN

About the role

The Licensed Psychologist (PRN) at CoreCivic provides psychological services to inmates in an institutional setting, integrating treatment activities with other clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Conducts psychological screenings and assessments based on available records and clinical interviews.
• Confers with other clinical staff to gather and provide information about patient psychological problems, ensuring treatment activities are well-integrated and patient care follow-through occurs.
• Develops, implements, and modifies individual treatment plans based on inmate needs and level of functioning.
• Makes regular rounds in segregation or other confined housing areas to assess inmate adjustment and mental health treatment needs.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by applying treatments and activities to individuals in caseload.
• Provides mental health assessments, counseling, and confrontation avoidance interventions to address inmate needs in crisis situations.
• Consults with various staff members to understand reasons for escalated problem behaviors and changes in inmates' mental health conditions.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Doctoral degree in Psychology.
• Must possess a current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in the state where practice occurs.
• At least two years of clinical experience, including one year in a comparable position.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years old.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology.
• 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.
• Age: At least 21 years old.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques.
• Ability to conduct psychological screenings and assessments.
• Experience in developing and implementing individual treatment plans.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention and mental health assessments.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with various clinical staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with company match, and paid training.

Pay

$85.00 / Hour (Negotiable)

Schedule

Up to 30 hours per week