Job Description

This leadership opportunity entails oversight of an 8-bed forensic psychiatric hospital in San Luis Obispo, CA

The Psychologist/Program Director position is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Jail Based Competency Treatment (JBCT) program and serving as the primary staff member to assess and evaluate patients for competency restoration. In addition, the Psychologist/Program Director will provide supervision to a small staff, act as the primary liaison between JBCT stakeholders, monitor program outcomes, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures. This licensed Psychologist in California will report to the Regional Director of IST Operations, and will be responsible for providing all competency assessments.

Key Responsibilities

Program Director:
• Oversee and ensure program compliance with DSH and company policies.
• Communicate with JBCT partners and work collaboratively with Sheriff’s Office team.
• Manage personnel and conduct monthly audits to ensure program adherence.
• Lead Treatment Team meetings, review patient treatment plans and complete initial DSH Screening Forms.
• Provide clinical support, attend milieu groups, and document all findings in inmate's health record.

Psychologist:
• Adhere strictly to DSH and company P&P Manual for all psychologist duties and functions.
• Use approved testing measures for patient assessment and report findings per court reporting statues.
• Conduct cognitive impairment assessments and administer approved tests for suspected malingering.
• Participate in weekly Treatment Team meetings, establish Doctor's Group, and provide clinical support.
• Work collaboratively with Sheriff’s Office team, document findings in patient records, and assist with staff interview/orientation.

Skills & Experience

Education

• PhD or PsyD with Licensure as Psychologist in state of employment.

Experience

• One + years of experience as a licensed Psychologist in the state of employment.
• Previous correctional/detention facility experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensure as Psychologist in state of employment
• Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS certification through AHA

Compliance

• Must obtain and maintain security clearance throughout the course of employment.
• Must pass background investigation conducted by the Company and/or Facility as a requisite for initial and or continued employment.
• May be required to undergo reasonable suspicion testing for being under the influence of controlled substances, including prescription, legal, and illegal substances, including marijuana.
• Must undergo security training and orientation on Facility Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Must follow county facility policies and procedures.