The GEO Group

PSYCHOLOGIST

The GEO Group$175K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD or PsyD in Psychology from an accredited institution.
  • Current psychology license in the relevant state.
  • Preferred two years of correctional work experience.
  • Strong communication skills and acute awareness in mental health settings.
  • Critical thinking ability for assessing complex cases.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and diagnose mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders in inmates.
  • Supervise and train staff in mental health functions.
  • Provide psychotherapy or counseling for detainees with psychological disorders.
  • Make referrals to psychiatrists when necessary.
  • Assess inmates' risk of suicide and document findings.
  • Educate staff on recognizing suicide risk factors and mental health issues.
  • Maintain comprehensive patient medical records.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Health Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
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.

Responsibilities

Role and Responsibilities

Your primary role is to evaluate and diagnose inmates/detainees/residents (I/D/R) for mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.

In this role, you will:
  • Co-ordinate mental health functions (including supervising and training staff members).
  • Examine and treat detainees/inmates referred by the nursing/professional staff to ensure proper injury care, disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.
  • Provide psychotherapy or counseling for psychological disorders or mental illness.
  • Make appropriate referrals as necessary to a psychiatrist.
  • Evaluate I/D/R's mental status and symptoms in determining the need for transfer or placement under observation due to suicide risk.
  • Make referrals to the appropriate professional should the I/D/R exhibit side effects.
  • Document services provided and comprehensive notes in the patient medical records.
  • Instruct staff and officers in recognizing suicide risk factors.
  • Provide in-service education for medical and correctional staff as required.


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.

GEO Secured Services

Pay

Pay USD $175,000.00/Yr.

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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