Psychologist for Detention Center

Psychologist – Behavioral Health Provider (Correctional / Detention Setting)

We are seeking a licensed Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary behavioral health team providing services within a federal correctional or detention facility. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to support individuals in a structured, secure environment through evidence-based care and clinical expertise.

The Behavioral Health Provider serves as a subject matter expert in mental health and substance use, performing assessments, diagnoses, and treatment of individuals experiencing a range of behavioral health conditions.

Primary Duties

• Conduct comprehensive mental health evaluations to support individualized treatment planning.

• Provide individual and group psychotherapy, behavioral interventions, and counseling services.

• Deliver education and treatment for co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions.

• Refer patients for higher levels of care (acute or inpatient) when clinically appropriate.

• Collaborate with medical, nursing, and custody staff to promote a safe and therapeutic environment.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Psychology from an APA-accredited program.

• Minimum of one year of independent practice as a licensed Psychologist.

• Current, unrestricted license to practice Psychology in any U.S. state or territory.

• BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

• High proficiency in assessing, diagnosing, and treating behavioral health conditions.

• Preferred: Experience in a correctional, detention, or residential healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide brief therapy, crisis intervention, and ongoing psychotherapy to individuals and groups.

• Assess and manage individuals presenting with trauma, suicidal ideation, or acute psychiatric symptoms.

• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans in collaboration with behavioral health staff.

• Participate in case reviews and provide clinical input for multidisciplinary care coordination.

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

• Respond to behavioral health and medical emergencies as required by facility protocol.

Schedule & Benefits

• Full-time position – 4x10 hour shifts

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Paid Sick Leave

  • Health Insurance

MDPerm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MDPerm does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.