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. Equal Opportunity Employer Overview Are you a psychologist looking for a challenging yet interesting environment, where you can really make a difference? If you are passionate about people and believe that everyone deserves the highest quality of mental healthcare, we have the role for you! As the industry's global leader in evidence-based rehabilitation, we are looking for people like you to add to our growing team. Join A Community That Cares Joining GEO means contributing to our mission to provide the best rehabilitation and community reintegration programs and services to those in our care. GEO is a place for professional growth, exploration, creativity, and valuable interpersonal relationships. Interested in achieving extraordinary things? Send in your application. Every one of our employees makes us who we are. We're looking for individuals from different backgrounds Building an inclusive culture where every employee can perform to their maximum potential is the center of GEO’s employee value proposition. Our success is based on diversity in our workforce and the inclusion of eclectic perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds. Everyone is encouraged to apply. Here’s to unlimited ideas, increased productivity, and innovative solutions! 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. 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