Licensed Psychological Associate, Kentucky Department of Corrections

Job overview

The Licensed Psychological Associate, Kentucky Department of Corrections role is onsite in West Liberty, KY; compensation is not specified. Wellpath provides mental health services to patients in correctional and detention facilities. Working under a licensed psychologist, the associate conducts assessments, testing, therapy, treatment planning, counseling, and crisis management to support patient care. The role also includes clinical documentation, staff training, consultation, and participation in case staffing and quality improvement.

What you'll do

• Conduct psychological assessments, testing, evaluations, diagnosis, treatment planning, counseling, and crisis management under a licensed psychologist’s supervision
• maintain clinical documentation
• participate in case staffing, care management meetings, and quality improvement
• train staff on mental health issues
• contribute to facility policies and procedures as needed
• 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

psychology

mental health

correctional health

patient assessments

therapy

treatment planning

crisis intervention

clinical documentation

staff training

west liberty ky

wellpath

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Master’s degree in psychology and Kentucky licensure as a Licensed Psychological Associate are required; mental health delivery experience is sought.

About the employer

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