PSYCHOLOGIST (PHD, Psy)

Benefits InformationFull-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including• Paid Time Off• Paid Holidays• 401k Matching• Health Insurance• Vision Insurance• Life Insurance• Health Savings Account• Tuition Reimbursement• Employee Discount• Reduced Tuition Rates• Disability Insurance• Employee Assistance Program• 401k• Pet Insurance• Dental Insurance• Paid Training• Flexible Spending AccountThe 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 OverviewAre you looking for a career you can feel good about We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family youll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industrys global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.Who We AreGEO provides complementary turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community GEO offers fully diversified cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.Why Work for GEOWe believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing physical emotional and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful. ResponsibilitiesRole and ResponsibilitiesYour primary role is to evaluate and diagnose inmatesdetaineesresidents IDR for mental emotional and behavioral disorders.In this role you willCo-ordinate mental health functions including supervising and training staff members.Examine and treat detaineesinmates referred by the nursingprofessional 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 IDRs 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 IDR 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. QualificationsCompetencies RequiredAcute 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. Apply if the following apply to youMinimum RequirementsPhD or PsyD in Psychology from an accredited University. Current license in Psychology in the State in which the facility is located or licensurecertification 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.Must be at least twenty-one 21 years of age.Physical RequirementsFrequently Lift or carry up to 10 lbs. walk stand bend stoop and sit.Occasionally Lift or carrypush or pull up to 40 lbs. Climb reach above shoulder level and work with machinery.GEO Secured Services