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Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA, LPP) - Days - $9,000 Sign-On Bonus and mo

Wellpath, West Liberty, KY, United States


The Licensed Psychological Associate, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, will deliver comprehensive mental health services to patients within correctional and detention facilities. Responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments, providing therapy, and developing treatment plans tailored to individual needs. This role requires collaboration with facility staff to ensure effective care and support for patients in a correctional setting.

Key Responsibilities

Provides clinical and consultation services in line with company policies and standards of the APA, NCCHC, and ACA, including diagnosis, treatment, psychological testing, evaluations, treatment planning, counseling, and crisis management under the supervision of a Licensed Psychologist.

Ensures that clinical services adhere to ethical and professional standards, and participates in case staffing, care management meetings, and quality improvement activities.

Completes clinical documentation professionally and promptly, maintaining data for departmental statistics, and develops goals and objectives for clinical services in consultation with supervisors.

Delivers staff training on mental health issues and may assist in the development and refinement of facility policies and procedures to meet recognized standards.

Participates in a 24-hour crisis intervention system, promptly notifies the supervising Psychologist of serious incidents, and provides timely updates on clinical concerns impacting clients or the mental health services program.

Qualifications & Requirements
Education

Master’s degree in psychology.

Experience

Experience with mental health delivery systems. Experience in the mental field that indicates knowledge of diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders and psychological evaluation techniques, including psychological assessment instruments.

Licenses/Certifications

Licensed as a Licensed Psychological Associate in the state of Kentucky.

Benefits

DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!

Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching

Company paid life insurance

Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)

Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts

Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

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