Correctional Psychologist - $130K-170K per year
Company: CoreCivic
Location: Whiteville
Posted on: January 10, 2026
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Job Description:
CoreCivic is seeking a Correctional Psychologist for a job in
Whiteville, Tennessee. Job Description & Requirements Specialty:
Psychologist Discipline: Therapy Duration: Ongoing Employment Type:
Staff $130,000 - $170,000 / Annually Relocation Assistance
Available! Position to be split between our Hardeman and Whiteville
facilities At CoreCivic, our mental health teams make lasting
changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care
in the industry. CoreCivic is currently seeking Post-Doctoral PsyD
seeking a fellowship or Licensed Psychologists 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. 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. Provides treatment to inmates by developing, implementing,
and modifying individual treatment plans based on evaluation of
needs and level of functioning. Makes regular rounds in segregation
or other confined housing areas to assess inmate adjustment and
mental health treatment needs. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of
psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments
and activities used for individuals in caseload. Provides
appropriate mental health assessments, counseling, and
confrontation avoidance interventions to address the needs of
inmates in crisis. 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. Qualifications: Graduate from
an accredited college or university with a Doctoral degree in
Psychology. Must possess a current, unrestricted license to
practice psychology in the state where practice occurs. Must have
two years clinical experience, which includes one year in a
comparable position. A valid driver's license is required. Minimum
age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. CoreCivic is a
Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran CoreCivic
Job ID req31446. Posted job title: Licensed Therapy Psychologist -
Whiteville About CoreCivic CoreCivic is a diversified,
government-solutions company with the scale and experience needed
to solve tough government challenges in cost-effective ways. We
provide a broad range of solutions to government partners that
serve the public good through high-quality corrections and
detention management, innovative and cost-saving real estate
solutions, and a growing network of residential and non-residential
alternatives to incarceration to help address America's recidivism
crisis. Benefits Holiday Pay 401k retirement plan Medical benefits
Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance
Keywords: CoreCivic, Bartlett , Correctional Psychologist - $130K-170K per year, Healthcare , Whiteville, Tennessee
