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Licensed Psychologist $165K–$175K Institutional Setting Leavenworth KS

5/4/2026

The psychologist will provide psychological services, conduct screenings, and develop treatment plans within a correctional facility. They will also collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatry and nursing staff to monitor patient progress.

Salary

165000 - 175000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Purple Cow Recruiting is a global talent acquisition firm that connects top-tier professionals with leading organizations across industries, including the United States federal government. We specialize in recruiting for healthcare and technical roles, offering both permanent and temporary staffing solutions, including all back end support. Our approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring compliance with key industry standards such as Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, and FedRAMP, while delivering exceptional candidates. Technical, Healthcare, and Commercial Expertise : -Deployment of FTEs: Capability to deploy fully credentialed professionals across technical, healthcare, and commercial roles. -Telehealth and Remote IT Solutions: Proficient in remote support for both healthcare and technical operations. -Commercial Expertise: Strong track record in placing candidates in corporate roles, including finance, marketing, and engineering. Compliance and Quality Assurance: -Adherence to federal standards (e.g., Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, FedRAMP) and industry best practices for commercial sectors. -Quality Control Plan (QCP) includes regular audits, performance reviews, and compliance checks. Past Performance: Successfully delivered staffing solutions for DoD contracts, healthcare institutions, and leading commercial enterprises. Our performance consistently meets or exceeds client expectations in both public and private sectors. Key Personnel: -Fiona Rintoul, CEO: Oversees strategic direction and operational alignment. -Chelsea Drinkard, VP of Recruiting: Manages recruitment across federal, healthcare, technical, and commercial sectors. Purple Cow Recruiting ensures high-quality staffing solutions, aligning with both public and private sector objectives to support mission-critical operations and commercial growth.

About the Role

Description

Licensed Psychologist $165K–$175K Institutional Setting Leavenworth KS
Full Time | Institutional Mental Health | Corrections Setting

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157
LinkedIn: View Elizabeth’s LinkedIn
Prefer a quick conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is hiring a Licensed Psychologist for a full-time role in Leavenworth, Kansas within an institutional setting.

POSITION OVERVIEW
• Provides psychological services within a correctional facility
• Coordinates and directs psychological service programs
• Works as part of a multidisciplinary mental health team

COMPENSATION
• Salary Range: $165,000 – $175,000

ROLE
• Conduct psychological screenings and assessments
• Perform clinical interviews and evaluate patient needs
• Develop, implement, and modify treatment plans
• Provide counseling and crisis intervention services
• Conduct rounds in segregation and confined housing areas
• Collaborate with psychiatry, nursing, and clinical staff
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment strategies

ENVIRONMENT
• Institutional correctional setting
• Works with inmate/resident population
• Fast-paced clinical environment

BENEFITS
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid training

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Psychology REQUIRED
• Current, unrestricted license to practice psychology REQUIRED
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience REQUIRED
• At least 1 year in a comparable position REQUIRED
• Valid driver’s license REQUIRED
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Not ready to formally apply? That is completely fine. Many candidates prefer a brief, confidential conversation first. You are welcome to call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

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Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting’s system.

Key Skills

Psychological screeningsClinical assessmentsClinical interviewsTreatment planningCounselingCrisis interventionMultidisciplinary collaborationPatient monitoringCorrectional psychology