Psychologist, Correctional Mental Health

Job overview

The Psychologist role is onsite in Sandy Hook, KY; compensation is not specified. The position provides clinical mental health services in a correctional or detention facility. The psychologist delivers assessment, diagnosis, treatment, testing, and crisis intervention while guiding assisting mental health professionals. The role supports clinical care that meets professional standards and facility policies, and contributes to quality improvement and staff development.

What you'll do

• Provide clinical and consultation services consistent with professional standards and institutional policies
• conduct diagnosis, treatment, psychological testing, and crisis intervention
• maintain ethical and professional standards of care
• participate in quality improvement
• develop clinical service goals and objectives
• assist with staff recruitment and selection
• notify appropriate personnel of serious incidents
• provide professional education and staff development as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

psychologist

correctional mental health

clinical services

psychological assessment

diagnosis and treatment

crisis intervention

clinical supervision

quality improvement

staff development

sandy hook ky

wellpath

doctorate in psychology

state psychology license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

About the employer

Wellpath is hiring for this role. Industry: Correctional Institutions. Sector: 92.