Location: Natchez,MS, USA
Work Dates Needed: ASAP, Ongoing/Full Time
Preferred Schedule: 40 hours per week, including on-call availability
Worksite Setting: Detention (ICE) Center housing adult ICE detainees
Scope of Work:
Provide direct patient care and clinical duties.
Assess patients and provide DSM diagnoses.
Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications.
Develop and implement treatment programs for inmates/residents.
Perform casework services including counseling (individual, group, and family).
Supervise facility-based mental health staff.
Collaborate with the onsite Medical Director and mid-level providers.
Evaluate and recommend methods for improving operational efficiency.
Participate in civil commitment proceedings and other administrative tasks.
Ensure confidentiality of patient records and audit services provided.
Provide crisis intervention, emergency medical aid, and diffuse disruptive situations.
Licenses, Certifications, Requirements:
Active, unrestricted Mississippi medical license.
DEA license.
Advanced degree in Psychology or related clinical area.
Appropriate certification or license in the state of employment (Mississippi).
Five years of clinical experience (two years in a comparable position).
Valid driver's license.
Pay Rate Preferred: $225/hour