Psychological Services Specialist I (Atlanta Detention Center)

Psychological Services Specialist I (Atlanta Detention Center) City of Atlanta, GA - 3.6 Atlanta, GA Job Details Full-time $58,978 - $65,000 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Employee assistance program Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Psychological testing Intake Mid-level Supervising experience Mentoring Practicing as a mental health professional Training Patient referrals Crisis management Full Job Description Position open until 5/15/2026

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$58,978 - $65,000 annually General Description and Classification Standards Conducts psychological assessments and evaluations (intake assessments) for prisoners in the corrections or court system. Work is performed at the Correctional Center. Recommends specialized treatment and wellness resources. Recommends communication needed with the family or other appropriate City personnel. This is an experienced, professional level capable of carrying out most assignments typical of the profession with limited guidance or review. This level would be considered a promotional level and attainable by any incumbents in a work group who demonstrate the necessary knowledge, ability, and performance. Could be the only professional in this specialty in a work group. Supervision Received Performs work under general supervision with review and advice from manager or a senior level professional. Essential Duties and Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Conducts psychological assessments and evaluations (intake assessments) for prisoners in the corrections or court system. Recommends specialized treatment and wellness resources. Recommends communication needed with the family or other appropriate City personnel. May administer short or long term therapy or provide referral for therapy. Administers, scores, processes and interprets psychological tests for applicants and employees. Assists in managing City's Employee Assistance Program. Monitors substance abuse policy to protect the City from liability and reports non-compliance. Provides organizational interventions. Conducts employee or supervisor training and crisis response. Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks. Serves as a technical resource or mentor to other employees. May supervise less experienced personnel. Performs concurrent care review in accordance with approved clinic and quality guidelines, performing post clinic and post hospitalization follow-up, providing care gap management, consulting and collaborating with patients, providers and other support team resources as appropriate. Conducts suicide and violence risk assessments. Provides treatment permitters and prevention support. Bridges resource gaps that contribute to incarcerations. May perform other duties as assigned. The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.