Under the supervision of the Chief Psychologist, this position oversees specific mental health treatment for inmates in the Mental Health Services Delivery System (MHSDS). Under general direction to perform difficult and responsible assignments relating to psychological assessment and treatment and serve as a psychology consultant in a specific psychology discipline. Functions as a highly specialized psychological consultant to other psychologists and members of treatment teams. The primary responsibilities of the Senior Psychologist (specialist) are to consult and provide consultation with clinical, custody and other personnel regarding program planning and evaluation and the development of direct and indirect mental health services: provide direction and leadership to interdisciplinary treatment teams: implement local policies and procedures, and coordinate system-monitoring functions. May function as a highly specialized psychological consultant to other psychologists and other members of treatment staff. The Senior Psychologist (specialist) coordinates training for MHSDS staff and consults with both clinical and custody staff. She/he may participate in staff meetings and institutional committees evaluating inmates. Provide crisis intervention, provide individual and group psychotherapy. The Senior Psychologist (specialist) also maintains and promotes safety and security of the institution and work materials.