The GEO Group·Adelanto, California
The Psychologist evaluates and diagnoses inmates/detainees/residents for mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, determining appropriate treatment plans and coordinating mental health functions. This role includes providing psychotherapy, making necessary referrals, supervising staff, and performing administrative duties like record keeping and staff training.
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The Psychologist evaluates inmates/detainees/residents (I/D/R) for mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. Diagnoses disorders and determines the appropriate course of treatment. Responsible for directing and coordinating mental health functions as well as supervising and training staff members. Primary
The Psychologist performs psychological evaluation on I/D/R population for mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. Provides appropriate diagnosis based on history and presenting symptoms and makes appropriate treatment recommendations. The Psychologist evaluates I/D/R’s mental status and severity of symptoms in determining the need for transfer to a higher level of care or placement under observation due to suicide risk or inability to adjust within regular population due to severity of symptoms. Provides psychotherapy or counseling for the treatment of psychological disorders or mental illness. The Psychologist makes appropriate referrals as necessary to a psychiatrist or other licensed professional who specializes in prescribing psychotropic medication. Demonstrates an awareness of the psychotropic medications, monitors medication compliance, and makes referrals to the appropriate licensed medical professional should the I/D/R exhibit possible medication side effects. The Psychologist instructs staff and officers in recognizing suicide risk factors and subsequent prevention techniques. Provides in-service education for medical and correctional staff as required. Performs and trains staff on crisis intervention techniques as required. The Psychologist performs administrative duties in keeping accurate records of I/D/R encounters, documenting all services provided, filling out required reports and analyses as required. Consults with the Physician or Psychiatrist as needed for the proper health care needs of the I/D/R. The Psychologist participates in review of the quality of care provided. Performs other duties as assigned
Lift or carry/push or pull up to 40 lbs. Climb, reach above shoulder level and work with machinery.
Candidates must possess a PhD or PsyD in Psychology from an accredited university and hold a current Psychology license in the state where the facility is located. Two years of correctional work experience is preferred, and applicants should demonstrate acute awareness, critical thinking, and strong communication skills.
Market context
In California, physician openings are typically driven by ongoing demand across large health systems, outpatient groups, and specialty practices, with competition shaped by board eligibility, licensure, and specialty fit. For this role category, candidates are often compared on clinical experience, communication skills, and readiness to work within team-based care. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. Review the CPT and BLS requirements carefully and confirm your experience aligns with the listed laboratory and acute-care expectations before applying.