Full-time Onsite Forensic Psychologist

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.

F/T Onsite Correctional 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 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

Location: Golden Valley, AZ

Position Summary

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.

• Facility: This position is located within a correctional facility housing approximately 3,500 adult male inmates across minimum and medium security custody levels .
• 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 AZ psychology license (must be maintained on file)
• Prior correctional experience preferred (1+ 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