Clinical Psychologist

Overview

The Clinical or Counseling Psychologist serves as a Center Mental Health Consultant (CMHC) providing comprehensive mental health services to students at the Hawaii Job Corps Center. This role emphasizes assessment, crisis intervention, short-term therapy, and program development to support student well-being and employability.

• Site Location: Hawaii Job Corps Center (Hawaii)
• Work Schedule:
  • Minimum 21 hours/week up to 42.2 hours/week
  • Schedule set based on operational needs
  • Flexible arrangements possible during emergencies
• Employment Type: Independent Contractor
• Population Served: Adolescents and young adults in a residential training program

The Psychologist plays a key role in ensuring mental health services align with Job Corps regulations and support student success outcomes.

 

*Position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment

• Conduct psychological and behavioral evaluations for:
  • Applicants during admissions
  • New students (based on intake screenings)
  • Referred or self-referred students
• Participate in FRT and DAC committees
• Provide clinical recommendations regarding:
  • Admission suitability
  • Mental health stability
  • Accommodation needs

Diagnosis & Case Management

• Develop comprehensive case management plans
• Provide diagnostic input (including for medical separation when necessary)
• Monitor student progress and adjust treatment strategies
• Collaborate with staff to ensure coordinated care delivery

Therapeutic Services

• Deliver short-term, solution-focused counseling
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency response
• Conduct or coordinate psychological testing when needed
• Refer to psychiatric or specialty services when appropriate

Consultation & Collaboration

• Work closely with:
  • Center Physician (for medication management)
  • TEAP Specialist (substance use cases)
  • Counseling and residential staff
• Lead or support psychoeducational groups (e.g., anger management, coping skills)
• Participate in weekly case conferences

Program Development & Training

• Provide staff training on:
  • Adolescent development
  • Mental health awareness
• Support development of center-wide mental health initiatives
• Advise leadership on mental health program improvements

Mental Health Promotion

• Deliver student education sessions on:
  • Mental health awareness
  • Crisis response
  • Coping strategies
• Participate in annual mental health campaigns and prevention programs

Qualifications

• Education: Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Psychology
• Licensure: Active, unrestricted Psychologist license in the state of Hawaii
• Experience:
  • Minimum 1 year of independent clinical practice
  • Experience with adolescents/young adults
• Preferred Experience:
  • Background in residential, educational, military, or correctional settings
  • Experience with underserved populations
• Other Requirements:
  • Independent practice capability
  • Background investigation clearance
  • Professional liability insurance
  • Strong clinical, diagnostic, and consultation skills

 

 

 

AKAHI ASSOCIATES LLC

 

AKAHI Associates is a premier provider of healthcare workers to various military treatment facilities across the United States. With a corporate office in Honolulu, Hawaii and recruiting office in San Antonio, Texas we specialize in providing skilled, trained and highly successful healthcare workers, including RNs, CRNAs, Physicians, LPN/LVN, Licensed Social Workers, and many more.

We have a strong focus on providing our government customers with quality and superior service.

Akahi Associates is an equal opportunity employer and Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. For further information, please click the link below to view the EEO Is The Law poster.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual or