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Licensed Psychologist

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At

CoreCivic , our mental health teams make lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care in the industry.

CoreCivic is currently seeking

Licensed Psychologists

who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychological screenings and assessments based on review of available records, and clinical interviews with inmates.

As part of a mental health team, confers with other clinical staff, e.g., psychiatrists, mental health service providers, physicians, nurses, social workers, in order to gather and provide information concerning patient psychological problems, to ensure treatment activities are well integrated, and patient care follow-through occurs.

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.

Consults with psychiatry, mental health, nursing, medical, educational, chaplain, security staff, and others, as applicable to gather information and understanding into the reasons for the escalation of problem behaviors and changes in mental health condition of inmates.

Qualifications

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 or have the ability to acquire this license if licensed in a different state.

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 21 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug‑Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $155,000 Annual

Bonus/Commission: Yes

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider and Consulting

Hospitals and Health Care, Mental Health Care, and Medical Practices

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