New 
Psychological Assessor PRN
 Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS) | |
 United States, Texas, Dallas | |
| 5201 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map) | |
 Nov 04, 2026 | |
|
Location: Jail Mental Health
Primary Purpose Psychological assessment and treatment planning for Dallas County Jail inmates developing interventions appropriate to the correctional clinical setting. Minimum Specifications Education *Must have a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology or a related field. Experience *Must have two years of experience in psychological/psychiatric intake and diagnostics. Certification/Registration/Licensure *Must have one of the following licensures: Licensed Psychologist by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychology. Licensed Professional Counselor by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors. Skills or Special Abilities *Requires competency in psychological assessment, diagnosing psychiatric conditions and treatment planning. *Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. *Strong knowledge of evidence-based assessment tools and crisis management techniques. *Sensitivity and empathy when dealing with individuals in crisis and from diverse backgrounds. *Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. *Understanding of the unique challenges and dynamics of working within a jail environment. Responsibilities *Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments of incarcerated individuals identified as high risk/high acuity and patients experiencing a psychiatric crisis situation seven days a week. *Consult and collaborate with other mental health professionals, medical professionals, and correctional staff to ensure comprehensive care. *Utilize evidence-based assessment tools and techniques to evaluate the severity of suicidal ideation and behavior. *Implement appropriate safety measures and interventions to prevent harm to individuals in crisis. *Assess and document relevant factors such as mental health history, current stressors, and protective factors. *Provide education and support to incarcerated individuals regarding coping skills, anger management, and conflict resolution. *Maintain accurate and confidential records of assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes. *Stay updated on the latest research and best practices in trauma-informed care, suicide risk assessment, prevention, and crisis intervention. *Participate in case conceptualization and discussion with the crisis stabilization team for collective problem-solving. *Maintain knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact discipline. Develop effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding. *Identify ways to improve work processes and improve patient satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of Parkland Correctional Health. *Conduct Dangerousness Risk Assessment on inmates to determine the appropriate level of care and housing assignment. *Conduct substance abuse assessment to determine the impact substance use has on current mental health, including referral to medical staff in cases of physical withdrawal. Requisition ID: 990883 | |