About This Role
This role places you as a psychiatrist working within the Texas correctional system, delivering mental health treatment to incarcerated individuals in inpatient settings. You'll assess and manage psychiatric conditions, prescribe medications, and develop treatment plans for your patient population. The position may also involve participating in civil commitment evaluations for inmates transitioning out of TDCJ custody. You'll report to the Director of Mental Health Services and collaborate with the correctional facility's clinical team. This position suits physicians with psychiatric training who are comfortable working in secure environments and serving vulnerable populations with complex mental health needs. A willingness to navigate the intersection of medicine and corrections, along with strong clinical documentation skills, is essential for success.
$25–$45/hr
Correctional / Hospital ER
Days / Nights
Therapy license
Location & Routes
- Base city: Turney, TX
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your therapy role
Requirements
Active state license in good standing (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
Experience requirements vary by employer.
BLS typically required.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active state license in your discipline (PT, OT, SLP, LCSW, LPC, BCBA, etc.) in good standing. Therapy licensure is state-specific — the PT, OT, and ASLP-IC compacts let you practice in member states without a separate license.
Is this a school-year or year-round position?
School-based therapy roles typically follow a 9- or 10-month school-year calendar with summers off. Outpatient, hospital, home-health, and telehealth positions are year-round with PTO. Both options are widely available — check the job description for specifics.
What experience is expected?
Most therapy roles welcome new grads through mid-career clinicians. Specialty positions (acute care, NICU, pediatric feeding, hand therapy) typically prefer 2+ years plus relevant certifications.
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Full Job Details
Inpatient Psychiatry - Correctional Medicine Under the direction of the Director of Mental Health Services, this position provides direct psychiatric care to offenders assigned to inpatient facilities within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Provides direct psychiatric care to assigned patients May participate in civil commitment proceedings for mentally ill patients being released from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Conducts psychiatric, physical and neurological examinations on assigned patients Provides clinical supervision to psychiatric mid level practitioners as assigned by the clinical director Conducts and participates in due process proceedings for voluntary admission and compelled psychoactive medication Works all assigned hours and complies with timekeeping regulations Participates in psychiatry QI/QM program Provides emergency psychiatric call Works effectively with all CMS and UR processes and personnel Adheres to internal controls established for department Performs related duties as required WORK ENVIRONMENT : Located within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required. REQUIRED EDUCATION/
EXPERIENCE : Must hold a current license to practice medicine by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. Eligible for Board Certification in Psychiatry. Must hold a current Drug Enforcement Agency controlled substances registration certification.