Clinical Psychologist Needed for Locum Coverage at Outpatient Facility North of NYC, NY

Job description

About the facility

The correctional facility operates as a county jail housing approximately 90 male inmates requiring psychological services. The facility maintains an integrated approach to mental health care within the correctional environment, emphasizing therapeutic interventions and forensic assessment capabilities. The institution supports collaborative care delivery between mental health professionals and correctional staff to address the complex needs of the inmate population.

About the facility location

This New York region offers diverse recreational opportunities and regional attractions throughout the year. The area provides access to outdoor recreation activities, cultural venues, and seasonal experiences. Visitors can enjoy various year-round activities and local highlights that showcase the natural beauty and cultural richness of the region.

About the clinician's workday

The position requires providing comprehensive psychological services to adult male inmates in a county correctional facility. The clinician will conduct individual therapy sessions, psychological evaluations, and forensic assessments while working Monday through Friday with preferred hours from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Key responsibilities include managing a therapeutic caseload of male inmates with diverse mental health needs, maintaining accurate clinical documentation in the EMR system, and collaborating with social workers and correctional staff to ensure coordinated care delivery.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: TBD
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: No
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: Male inmates with various mental health conditions requiring forensic and correctional interventions
• Average length of stay: Not applicable
• Census: 90 inmates
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Variable based on therapeutic needs
• Initial evaluation time: Standard therapeutic session length