Licensed Psychological Associate — Kentucky Department of Corrections

Job overview

Compensation is $0 per year. The Licensed Psychological Associate role is onsite in Sandy Hook, KY. The position delivers mental health services to patients in correctional and detention facilities. Working under a licensed psychologist, the associate conducts assessments, provides therapy, and develops treatment plans tailored to individual needs. The role contributes to coordinated care through clinical documentation, consultation, crisis response, and collaboration with facility staff.

What you'll do

• Provide diagnosis, treatment, psychological testing, evaluations, treatment planning, counseling, and crisis management under licensed psychologist supervision
• maintain timely clinical documentation
• participate in case staffing, care management, and quality improvement
• deliver staff training on mental health issues
• participate in the 24-hour crisis intervention system and notify the supervising psychologist of serious incidents.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

licensed psychological associate

mental health

psychological assessment

therapy

treatment planning

correctional health

crisis intervention

sandy hook ky

wellpath

kentucky license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a master’s degree in psychology and Kentucky licensure as a Licensed Psychological Associate; position is available only to U.S. residents.

About the employer

Wellpath is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities. Sector: 62.