Psychologist​/Clinical - Nebraska State Penitentiary

Psychologist/Clinical - Nebraska State Penitentiary

Join us at the State of Nebraska to make a difference in the lives of individuals. We welcome those with a sincere understanding of psychological principles and a passion for promoting rehabilitation and mental wellness among incarcerated populations.

This is an at‑will position. Compensation is commensurate with experience for fully licensed psychologists; provisional license holders may be considered with a minimum starting salary of $95,000.

• Assist in the development, establishment, implementation, and evaluation of psychological and other mental health services for various inmate populations.
• Provide clinical consultation to mental health staff and may assist the Mental Health Director in supervising non‑licensed psychologists, students, and other practitioners.
• Train mental health and correctional staff as needed.
• Administer psychological tests, interpret results, and conduct risk assessments with appropriate treatment recommendations.
• Develop or supervise behavioral plans for high‑risk or special‑needs inmates.
• Provide and supervise psychotherapy and treatment services, including observation, crisis intervention, and mental status evaluations.
• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations for diagnosis, risks, and needs, and develop treatment plans.
• Participate in involuntary medication hearings and multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Prepare and complete paperwork, reports, and documentation according to policy.
• Maintain current Nebraska licensure.

• Must be licensed to practice psychology in the state of Nebraska.
• Completed required APA‑accredited clinical internship.
• Supervisory experience with psychological and other mental health professionals.
• Forensic experience and experience working with incarcerated individuals and major mental illness populations.
• Experience assessing inmates convicted of sexual offenses and testifying in Mental Health Board hearings.
• Experience on multidisciplinary teams and in administering psychological tests.
• Proficiency in English;
  Spanish bilingualism desired.

• License‑eligible candidates may be considered if actively pursuing licensure to become a fully licensed Clinical Psychologist within two years from hire date; proof of licensure and transcripts required upon offer acceptance.
• Must submit to a security background check.
• Applicants must pass a pre‑employment medical exam and a drug test.
• All incumbents must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services pre‑service training program.

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities. Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency, and employment status. For more information on benefits, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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