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ADC PSYCHOLOGIST
The Arkansas Department of Correction (ADC) Psychologist is responsible for providing clinical oversight, leadership, and direction to mental health services staff and correctional staff in correctional settings, from minimum to super maximum security, within the Arkansas Department of Correction. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Class Code:
L097C
Job Grade:
MP03
Special Job Requirements:
Risk of exposure to personal injury and/or verbal abuse as a result of interactions with convicted felons in the inmate population. Frequent in-state travel between correctional facilities may be required. On-call duty to provide consultation to other me
Typical Functions:
Oversees and/or performs crisis intervention and suicide assessment for inmates and provides feedback to other mental health staff regarding such interventions and assessments. Performs assessments of inmates regarding diagnostic considerations, mental status, and behavioral concerns, in order to provide input into treatment program recommendations, treatment plans, case management, and referrals for medication management. Provides clinical supervision to mental health staff and/or interns in the delivery of mental health services to the inmate population. Oversees and/or performs inmate segregation reviews to assess inmate isolation/segregation status. Provides individual and group counseling/therapy to the general inmate population and to inmates secured in maximum security settings. Participates in department, medical, and unit committees to ensure and improve the quality of service delivery of inmate psychological services and coordinate treatment efforts. Prepares and presents professional presentations and/or training to peers, security, and appropriate public entities for the purposes of education and public relations as requested. Assists in developing research and/or outcome assessment activities within the department. Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge of current correctional practices, specific inmate therapeutic modalities/interventions, assessment procedures, and accepted standards within the field for treatment in correctional settings. Knowledge of psychological theories and the principles of human behavior. Knowledge of psychological testing procedures and evaluation methods. Ability to administer and evaluate psychological tests. Ability to conduct individual/group counseling sessions and develop individualized treatment plans. Ability to prepare reports and maintain files. Ability to monitor and document behavior patterns and modify programs. Ability to work with other staff in the correctional setting in responding to inmate crises, providing continuity of care, and maintaining unit safety and security. Ability to provide clinical supervision to mental health staff and other correctional staff. Ability to testify in court as an expert witness. .
Minimum Qualifications:
Licensed as a Psychologist by the Arkansas State Board of Examiners in Psychology as established by ACA 17-97-302. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Required Certificates:
None
Exempt:
E
