Job Description: Clinical Psychologist

Position Title: Clinical Psychologist Corrections

Location: Freeland, Michigan

Hours: M-F 8:00 am-4:30 pm

Department: Mental Health Services

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Clinical Psychologist to join our mental health team within a correctional facility. The Clinical Psychologist will provide psychological assessments, therapeutic interventions, and crisis management for an incarcerated population. This role focuses on supporting mental health and promoting emotional well-being in a secure environment.

Key Responsibilities

Mental Health Assessments and Diagnostics:

• Conduct psychological evaluations and risk assessments to identify mental health needs.
• Diagnose and develop treatment plans for mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance use disorders.

Therapeutic Interventions:

• Provide individual and group therapy sessions, using evidence-based practices.
• Implement crisis intervention strategies to de-escalate situations and provide immediate support.
• Offer psychoeducation to inmates to support emotional and behavioral well-being.

Case Management and Collaboration:

• Coordinate care plans with medical and mental health professionals, as well as correctional staff.
• Monitor progress and adapt interventions based on the evolving needs of inmates.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Maintain thorough, accurate, and timely documentation of assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and ethical standards.

Training and Advocacy:

• Provide guidance and training to correctional staff on mental health issues and de-escalation techniques.
• Advocate for mental health needs and services for the incarcerated population.

Qualifications

Education and Certification:

• Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or a related field.
• Active and unrestricted license to practice psychology in Michigan. Limited Licenses are acceptable.
• Additional certifications in trauma-informed care or crisis intervention are a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 years of experience providing psychological services

Skills:

• Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and documentation standards.
• Ability to manage stress and maintain professionalism in a high-pressure, secure environment.

Working Conditions

• This position operates in a secure correctional facility.
• Shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical requirements include sitting or standing for extended periods and responding promptly to emergencies when necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates:
• Hourly pay rate of $60.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Structured weekday schedule with no weekend requirements.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.