Psychologist - Corrections

This corrections opportunity is perfect for a Psychologistto deliver the highest quality of care, with the support of a motivated team of caregivers. This 13-week contract at a corrections facility in Nicholls, GA, offers a guaranteed 36 hours a week! Work/life balance comes easy at this facility with a M-F working schedule. 

PAY:

$3,600/Weekly Gross

$100/Hourly

36 hours/Week

ABOUT CAREERSTAFF UNLIMITED:

CareerStaff Unlimited, LLC (“CareerStaff”) is a renowned industry leader in healthcare staffing, managed services, and workforce solutions. For over 30 years, we've connected our clients with talented healthcare professionals to deliver proven excellence in patient care. With a gold star in Joint Commission-certified healthcare services, we offer per diem, local, and travel career opportunities for allied, interim healthcare leadership, nursing, and pharmacy.

CAREERSTAFF BENEFITS FOR THE PSYCHOLOGIST:

1. Flexible Schedule
2. Medical, Vision, Dental, and 401(k)
3. Guaranteed Weekly Direct Deposit
4. 24/7 Clinical Services Team & Unparalleled Support
5. Bonus Programs available!

MORE ABOUT THE PSYCHOLOGIST POSITION:

CareerStaff Unlimited partners with companies around the country to raise the bar in healthcare by setting new standards for quality care and personalized service. Responsibilities for this Psychologistopportunity include, but are not limited to:

1. Conducts psychological screenings and assessments based on review of available records, and clinical interviews with inmates
2. 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
3. Provides treatment to inmates by developing, implementing, and modifying individual treatment plans based on evaluation of needs and level of functioning
4. Makes regular rounds in segregation or other confined housing areas to assess inmate adjustment and mental health treatment needs
5. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload
6. Provides appropriate mental health assessments, counseling, and confrontation avoidance interventions to address the needs of inmates in crisis
7. 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 problems behaviors and changes in mental health condition of inmates

JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PSYCHOLOGIST:

1. 1 years of recent experience
2. BLS issued through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
3. Must be eligible to work in the United States
4. Must possess a current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in Georgia
5. Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Doctoral degree in Psychology
6. Valid driver's license

CareerStaff is proud to be a six-time Great Place to Work™ and Diversity for Social Impact™ certified source of healthcare careers. Our award-winning team of recruitment professionals connects clinicians with unique career opportunities nationwide that match your lifestyle. Premium pay, exclusive benefits, and unparalleled customer service make CareerStaff the top choice for over 6,500 healthcare professionals.

CareerStaff Unlimited is proud to practice Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action (EEO/AA).

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