Psychologist

Job Description

• Psychometric Testing:
  Administer, score, and interpret psychological tests and test batteries for crisis intervention, risk assessment, neuropsychological issues, and severe behavioral management cases.
• Mental Health Interventions:
  Develop and implement psychological, social, and substance abuse interventions for offenders with mental illness as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Clinical Services:
  Conduct individual and group therapy sessions as prescribed in mental health treatment plans, provide mental health liaison services, and complete detailed screenings, evaluations, and crisis interventions.
• Supervision and Leadership:
  Act as a lead worker, providing clinical supervision to psychology assistants and interns, ensuring compliance with State Board of Psychology rules.
• Documentation:
  Prepare comprehensive reports, document all offender interactions, and maintain detailed records of mental health liaison progress, discharge plans, and treatment summaries.
• Consultation and
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with other institutional staff regarding the mental health caseload, inmate adjustment, and service needs; participate in peer reviews and psychology case consultations.
• Training and Development:
  Attend and instruct in‑service training sessions and workshops for professional development; conduct expert‑witness assessments and participate in institutional audits as needed.

Licensure:
Must hold a valid license to practice psychology as issued by the Ohio State Board of Psychology.

Skills:

Proficiency in behavioral health, documentation, programming, and maintaining confidentiality. Strong decision‑making abilities, customer focus, emotional intelligence, teamwork, and professional demeanor are essential.

$98,600 annually