Psychologist for Detention Center
MDPerm·Eloy, Arizona
MDPerm·Eloy, Arizona
The Psychologist provides direct mental health services, including counseling and psychotherapy, and conducts comprehensive mental health evaluations. They also collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and assist in discharge planning.
We are seeking a Licensed Psychologist to serve as a Behavioral Health Provider at a facility housing individuals detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Eloy, Arizona.
The Psychologist functions as a subject matter expert in mental health and substance use disorders, independently providing diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, and behavioral health program support to a complex adult population. This role requires strong clinical judgment, autonomy, and experience treating severe mental illness and co-occurring conditions in a structured healthcare environment.
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Why join this team?
This role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license while serving a high-need population in a structured environment. Providers benefit from strong interdisciplinary collaboration, meaningful clinical impact, and predictable scheduling as a government civilian contractor supporting ICE healthcare operations in Eloy, Arizona.
MDPerm LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of credentialing, background screening, and any facility-specific requirements.
Candidates must have a Doctorate degree in Psychology and a current, unrestricted license to practice independently. A minimum of one year of experience as an independently licensed Psychologist is required, with expertise in treating serious mental illness.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Arizona often look for candidates who can connect directly with clients through lived experience and strong community-based support skills. These roles can be competitive because they may require a high school diploma, a preferred bachelor’s degree, and quick completion of Peer Support Certification, along with a valid Arizona driver’s license and fingerprint clearance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification timeline and clearance readiness before applying.
