Job Summary:

We are currently seeking a qualified and compassionate Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSYL) to provide comprehensive mental health services to incarcerated individuals at a correctional facility in Madera, California. The psychologist will play a crucial role in assessing, diagnosing, and treating mentally ill inmates, while ensuring safety, confidentiality, and ethical standards in a correctional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Senior Psychologist and/or Chief of Mental Health, duties include but are not limited to:

Clinical Duties

• Serve as Clinician-of-the-Day during scheduled workdays for patient emergencies.
• Conduct initial mental health evaluations, including psychological, substance abuse, and criminal history assessments.
• Perform suicide risk evaluations, including documentation and adherence to risk protocols.
• Provide crisis interventions, group therapy, and face-to-face interviews (including at cell fronts and in tiered housing).
• Perform Mental Status Exams (MSE) during clinical interviews.
• Diagnose psychiatric disorders using recognized criteria and formulate individualized treatment plans.
• Use standardized psychological assessments appropriately and interpret results accurately.
• Document all care provided using SOAP(E) format, including Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) notes.
• Maintain mental health records per institutional policies and standards.
• Deliver care using ethical, evidence-based psychological treatment modalities.
• Participate in IDTT meetings and case consultations with other healthcare staff.
• Examine prior mental health, court, and institutional records to assist with diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning.
• Provide written reports and consultation for the Board of Prison Hearings or other institutional authorities.

Administrative & Program Support

• Analyze mental health program data and audit results for compliance and quality improvement.
• Assist support staff with data input related to appointments, no-shows, and clinical documentation.
• Provide mental health education and develop resources for inmates, including sex offenders.
• Offer assistance to inmates in applying for SSI and connecting with community mental health services.
• Help develop and implement new therapeutic or rehabilitative programs as needed.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with community agencies (as approved by the supervisor).
• Participate in departmental meetings and represent mental health services at formal/informal settings.
• Provide caregiver/family communication with appropriate patient consent.

Security & Compliance

• Supervise and maintain order among inmates to ensure safety and prevent incidents.
• Comprehend and follow all institutional, legal, and ethical mandates, including confidentiality and mandated reporting (child/elder abuse, Tarasoff, etc.).
• Adhere to California prison policies regarding patient privacy and medical record documentation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in correctional mental health, forensic psychology, or similar clinical environments preferred
• Strong clinical, diagnostic, and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently in a high-security setting
• Familiarity with mental health laws, HIPAA, and mandated reporting requirements in California

To proceed with your application, kindly submit the following:

• Updated Resume
• BLS Certification (AHA only)
• California Psychologist License (Front & Back)
• Driver’s License (Front & Back)
• Three (3) Professional References in the format below: (Name: Title: Company: Phone: Email: )

If you have any queries or need further clarification regarding the role, feel free to reach out to me directly at 562 269 4484 or email me at johnson@rlklein.com.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $155.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 per week

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• No weekends

Experience:

• Clinical Psychologist: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)
• California State Board License (Required)

Work Location: In person