Otay Mesa Detention Center

$85.00 / Hour (negotiable) At CoreCivic, our mental health teams make lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care in the industry. This is your opportunity to make a satisfying career even more rewarding.CoreCivic is currently seeking Licensed Psychologists (PRN) who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. CoreCivic employs over 100 psychologists and other mental health professionals who provide clinical services, assessment, consultation, program evaluation and staff development in the fast-paced environment of partnership corrections. The Licensed Psychologist (PRN) plans and implements all professional psychological service programs of a non-medical nature in the facility. Coordinates and directs the activities of personnel engaged in providing psychological services to inmates/residents. This position working up to 30 hours per week. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance.The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.<ul><li>Conducts psychological screenings and assessments based on review of available records, and clinical interviews with inmates. As part of a mental health team, confers with other clinical staff, e.g., psychiatrists, mental health service providers, physicians, nurses, social workers, in order to gather and provide information concerning patient psychological problems, to ensure treatment activities are well integrated, and patient care follow-through occurs.</li><li>Provides treatment to inmates by developing, implementing, and modifying individual treatment plans based on evaluation of needs and level of functioning.</li><li>Makes regular rounds in segregation or other confined housing areas to assess inmate adjustment and mental health treatment needs.</li><li>Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload. </li><li> Provides appropriate mental health assessments, counseling, and confrontation avoidance interventions to address the needs of inmates in crisis.</li></ul><ul><li>Consults with psychiatry, mental health, nursing, medical, educational, chaplain, security staff, and others, as applicable to gather information and understanding into the reasons for the escalation of problems behaviors and changes in mental health condition of inmates. CoreCivic offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with company match and paid training! </li></ul> Qualifications:<ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Doctoral degree in Psychology.</li><li>Must possess a current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in the state where practice occurs.</li><li>Must have two years clinical experience, which includes one year in a comparable position.</li><li>A valid driver's license is required.</li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.  </li></ul>CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE including Disability/Veteran

Otay Mesa Detention Center San Diego California CA CoreCivic Job ID #req31489. Posted job title: Licensed Therapy Psychologist - PRN

$53.00 - $66.20 / hourAt CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses – Infectious Disease who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.<li>Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.</li><li>Implements activities related to infection prevention and control, tuberculosis (TB) case management, contact and outbreak investigations, and infection prevention training. </li><li>Develops, implements, and monitors all associated tasks and duties related to TB case management, including, but not limited to tracking, documenting, and ensuring completeness of clinical, diagnostic, and treatment information; facilitates referrals for transnational continuity of care; reporting; and liaises with public health agencies. </li><li>Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment </li><li>Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.</li><li>Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.</li><li>Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.</li>Qualifications: <ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.</li><li>Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.</li><li>Three (3) years professional experience in infection prevention and control and/or TB care.  </li><li>Must possess CPR/BLS certification.</li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.</li></ul>CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE including Disability/Veteran.

Otay Mesa Detention Center San Diego California CA CoreCivic Job ID #req31914. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - Infectious Disease

$53.00 - $66.20 / hourAt CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurse – Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.<li>Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.</li><li>Provides leadership in improving and sustaining the quality and effectiveness of care in diverse or complex programs.</li><li>Monitors key indicators of health status and clinic operations.</li><li>Uses screening and focused study formats to detect variation in healthcare delivery process.</li><li>Designs data collection instruments; compiles and analyzes data; design interventions to address issues.</li><li>Provides written reports and conducts CQI meetings.</li><li>Participates in preparation for accreditation and inspections.</li><li>Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment</li><li>Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.</li><li>Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.</li><li>Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.</li>Qualifications: <ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Advanced Public Health or related field is required, OR must possess three years related industry experience and/or performance improvement experience. </li><li>Must possess current RN licensure in the state of employment.  </li><li>Three (3) years of current, professional nursing experience in leadership and/or management preferred.  </li><li>Experience in a correctional health care program preferred.  </li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.</li></ul>CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE including Disability/Veteran.

Otay Mesa Detention Center San Diego California CA CoreCivic Job ID #req31464. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - CQI

Otay Mesa Detention Center

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Correctional Psychologist

$85/hour

Registered Nurse - Correctional

$53-66/hour

Registered Nurse - Correctional

$53-66/hour