What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Psychologist position at CoreCivic?
Job Title: Correctional Psychologist
We are seeking a qualified Correctional Psychologist to join our mental health team at CoreCivic. Our mental health teams make lasting changes in the lives of offenders, setting standards of care in the industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducts psychological screenings and assessments based on review of available records, and clinical interviews with inmates.
- Confers with other clinical staff, e.g., psychiatrists, mental health service providers, physicians, nurses, social workers, to gather and provide information concerning patient psychological problems.
- Provides treatment to inmates by developing, implementing, and modifying individual treatment plans based on evaluation of 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 way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload.
- Provides appropriate mental health assessments, counseling, and confrontation avoidance interventions to address the needs of inmates in crisis.
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.
- Must have two years clinical experience, which includes one year in a comparable position.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.
About CoreCivic:
Benefits:
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
