About MindCare Solutions
MindCare Solutions is a premier provider of behavioral health services, supporting hospitals, emergency departments, inpatient behavioral health units, long-term care centers, correctional settings and various other clinical settings.
We partner with healthcare organizations to deliver top-tier, end-to-end behavioral health solutions, integrating evidence-based care pathways, advanced technology, and exceptional providers. Our organization is committed to enhancing mental health care accessibility and efficacy through innovative solutions and strong partnerships, ensuring that high-quality, patient-centered care is delivered to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
On-Site F/T Psychologist
MindCare Solutions, a clinician-owned and operated leader in comprehensive mental health care, is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to provide exceptional mental health services in a juvenile corrections facility. Join a growing organization with a strong team-first culture and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week,
Compensation: negotiable (dependent on contract type)
Location: Bakerfield, CA
As a psychologist, you will deliver high-quality mental health care, including psychotherapy, psychological assessments, and evidence-based interventions, to individuals within a correctional setting. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support the mental health and rehabilitation of incarcerated individuals, ensuring care aligns with ethical and legal standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a profound impact while working in a supportive and mission-driven environment.
- Conduct psychological evaluations to assess mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders and provide diagnoses with treatment recommendations
- Assess mental status and symptom severity to determine need for higher level of care, observation, or special placement (e.g., suicide risk)
- Provide psychotherapy and counseling services
- Refer patients to psychiatrists or other providers for medication management when appropriate
- Monitor awareness of psychotropic medications, support compliance, and identify/report potential side effects
- Train staff to recognize suicide risk factors and implement prevention strategies
- Deliver in-service education and crisis intervention training to medical and correctional staff
- Maintain accurate documentation, records, and required reports
- Collaborate with physicians and psychiatrists on patient care
- Participate in quality-of-care reviews and improvement efforts
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Doctoral degree (Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D.) in Psychology from an accredited institution
- Active state psychology license (must be maintained on file)
- Prior correctional experience preferred (2+ years)
- Strong critical thinking, communication skills, and situational awareness
Benefits (W2):
- Clinician-first mentality
- Competitive Salary
- Malpractice Coverage
- Full Health & Wellness Benefits
- HSA/FSA
- 401k with 4% match
- Disability
- Life/ Ad&D
- Positive/Motivated Culture
- Company-Paid Holidays
- PTO
- Bereavement Leave
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What We Do
MindCare is a leading provider of round-the-clock telepsychiatry and behavioral health services to hospitals, emergency departments, outpatient clinics, and correctional facilities. Our team of employed, board-certified psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, licensed clinical social workers and experienced healthcare administrators work collaboratively with your team to deliver the best quality care to your patients. We partner with healthcare organizations to deliver best-in-class, end-to-end telebehavioral health services that combine evidence-based care pathways, advanced technology, and high-quality providers.
