The GEO Group

PSYCHOLOGIST

The GEO Group$120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD or PsyD in Psychology from an accredited University
  • Current State license in Psychology
  • Two years of preferred correctional work experience
  • Valid certification in Psychology according to contractual requirements
  • Strong communication, critical thinking, and acute awareness skills

Responsibilities

  • Perform psychological evaluations on inmates/detainees/residents
  • Assess mental status and severity of symptoms to determine care needs
  • Provide psychotherapy or counseling for mental illnesses
  • Refer patients to psychiatrists or other licensed professionals for medication
  • Monitor psychotropic medication compliance and side effects
  • Educate staff on recognizing and preventing suicide risks
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient encounters

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Reduced Tuition Rates
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Training
  • Pet Insurance
Full Job Description
Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

Summary:
The Psychologist evaluates inmates/detainees/residents (I/D/R) for mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. Diagnoses disorders and determines the appropriate course of treatment. Responsible for directing and coordinating mental health functions as well as supervising and training staff members.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • The Psychologist performs psychological evaluation on I/D/R population for mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. Provides appropriate diagnosis based on history and presenting symptoms and makes appropriate treatment recommendations.
  • The Psychologist evaluates I/D/R's mental status and severity of symptoms in determining the need for transfer to a higher level of care or placement under observation due to suicide risk or inability to adjust within regular population due to severity of symptoms.
  • Provides psychotherapy or counseling for the treatment of psychological disorders or mental illness.
  • The Psychologist makes appropriate referrals as necessary to a psychiatrist or other licensed professional who specializes in prescribing psychotropic medication.
  • Demonstrates an awareness of the psychotropic medications, monitors medication compliance, and makes referrals to the appropriate licensed medical professional should the I/D/R exhibit possible medication side effects.
  • The Psychologist instructs staff and officers in recognizing suicide risk factors and subsequent prevention techniques.
  • Provides in-service education for medical and correctional staff as required. Performs and trains staff on crisis intervention techniques as required.
  • The Psychologist performs administrative duties in keeping accurate records of I/D/R encounters, documenting all services provided, filling out required reports and analyses as required.
  • Consults with the Physician or Psychiatrist as needed for the proper health care needs of the I/D/R.
  • The Psychologist participates in review of the quality of care provided.
  • Performs other duties as assigned


Qualifications

Competencies Required:

Acute awareness, critical thinking ability, and strong communication skills are key qualities we look for. Our employees feel proud to play a role in our patients' re-entry to society. Apply if the following apply to you:

Minimum Requirements:
  • PhD or PsyD in Psychology from an accredited University.
  • Current license in Psychology in the State in which the facility is located or licensure/certification in accordance with the contract requirements.
  • Two (2) years of correctional work experience is preferred.
  • Must hold a current license or certification in Psychology in the state in which the facility is located. Maintains a current copy of license on file at the facility at all times.

Physical Requirements:
  • Frequently: Lift or carry up to 10 lbs.; walk, stand, bend, stoop and sit.
  • Occasionally: Lift or carry/push or pull up to 40 lbs. Climb, reach above shoulder level and work with machinery.


Pay

Pay USD $120,640.00/Yr.

Bonus (if applicable)

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

About The GEO Group

The GEO Group, Inc. is a real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership, leasing and management of correctional, detention and re-entry facilities and the provision of community-based services and youth services in the United States, Australia, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. The company operates more than 120 facilities with approximately 93,000 beds. The GEO Group's customers include federal, state, and local government agencies as well as international agencies. The company has been the subject of controversy over allegations of human rights abuses and poor conditions in its facilities.
Learn more about The GEO Group
Size
15,800 employees
Market Cap
$1.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$113 million
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+0.7%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
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