Clinical Psychologist Needed for 1099 Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Newark, New Jersey

This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-207142-PhD-NJ Title: PhD Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing Shift Type: Day Shift Assignment Type: Outpatient Call Required: No Board Certification Required: Yes Job Duration: Locums About the Facility This state prison provides comprehensive psychological services to adult male inmates within a secure correctional environment. The facility maintains established protocols for mental health care delivery and utilizes standardized evaluation procedures for the incarcerated population. The institution operates during regular business hours and emphasizes evidence-based therapeutic interventions within the correctional setting. About the Facility Location Newark offers diverse cultural attractions including the Newark Museum of Art, New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and the Prudential Center for entertainment and events. The area features outdoor spaces such as Branch Brook Park and Newark Riverfront Park, along with educational institutions like Seton Hall University. Visitors can explore a variety of dining options ranging from celebrity-chef establishments to Portuguese community restaurants, while regular concerts and community activities provide ongoing entertainment throughout the area. About the Clinician's Workday The clinician will provide comprehensive psychological services to adult male inmates within a state prison environment. Primary responsibilities include conducting individual therapy sessions, performing psychological evaluations, and completing specialized assessments including Static 99R, Status evaluations, and Sexually Violent Predator evaluations. The position requires working full-time day shifts totaling 40 hours per week with no call requirements. The clinician will maintain accurate clinical documentation while managing a therapeutic caseload addressing standard mental health diagnoses found in DSM-5. Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD: Varies Support Staff: social workers, psychologist, and psychiatrists Patient Population: Adults Location Type: On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required: No Government: No Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours) Cases Treated: Adult male inmates with standard diagnoses in DSM-5 Average Length of Stay: Long Term Census: Variable Med Checks/Follow-up per day: Variable Initial Evaluation Time: Variable Why choose LocumTenens.com? Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment: Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist Digital hub for assignment details Employment Type: Contract