Corrections Psychologist

Job Duties

• Provide psychological treatment and counseling for patients/inmates, individuals, and groups.
• Conduct psychological evaluations/risk assessments and develop, implement, and evaluate Individual Treatment Plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation.
• Evaluate and document consultations regarding youth showing signs of or expressing intent to harm themselves or others (DTO/DTS) to ensure safety.
• Admit patients to special treatment programs.
• Participate in clinical treatment planning for adults, admitting them to specialized treatment programs.
• Provide clinical oversight in the absence of the Clinical Director.
• Develop and maintain psychological program youth files, including treatment plans, progress notes, reports, and case summaries.
• Respond to crisis calls after hours on a rotational basis.
• Conduct/review research in mental health, sex offender treatment, recidivism, psychology, and special needs of youth population.
• Present case study reviews to clinical team members.
• Provide court testimony as an expert witness.
• Foster cooperation and dialogue with facility departments/staff through meetings, staffing, special activities, and consultation.
• Review programming effectiveness and make recommendations for improvements.
• Participate in professional development activities, including in-service training for program staff.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate training programs.
• Participate in conferences and professional organizational activities.
• Maintain continuing education credits.
• Provide supervision and clinical oversight to doctoral-level interns, practicum students, and master-level clinicians working towards advanced licensure.
• Assist administratively by reviewing treatment plans and progress notes for quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Psychologist Qualifications:

• Must hold a valid, unrestricted Psychologist license in Alabama
• BLS/CPR card is required

Compensation:

This position is structured on a scale. The specific rate is determined by several factors, including:

• Facility location
• Site-specific requirements
• Professional licensure
• Relevant experience
• 1099 and W2 Options both Available

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $90.00 - $105.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person