Location: Ione, CA

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 06-07-2026

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM (day/evening shift); Option: Four 10-hour days (4/10s) Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM; Training schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations to inform treatment plans
• Provide individual and group therapy grounded in evidence-based approaches
• Develop and document treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries with clarity
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure safety
• Perform risk assessments and crisis intervention when needed to maintain a therapeutic environment
• Contribute to program development, quality improvement, and staff training activities
• Maintain strict confidentiality and follow all facility security and reporting protocols

Qualifications

• Licensed Psychologist in California preferred, or license-eligible and working toward licensure
• Experience in mental health settings; correctional or forensic experience is a strong plus
• Demonstrated competence in individual and group therapy and psychological assessment
• Ability to pass background checks and facility-specific security clearance
• Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health records
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse populations

Education

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) preferred; Master's in Psychology or related field may be considered per facility requirements
• State licensure requirements must be met or in progress

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in evidence-based therapies such as CBT and trauma-informed approaches
• Proficient in psychological assessment tools and diagnostic formulation
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
• Strong clinical documentation and time management
• Ability to work effectively in a secure correctional environment
• Collaborative approach to multidisciplinary care

Benefits

• Competitive pay and steady registry coverage to keep your skills sharp
• Supportive clinical team that values your professional growth
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help with continuing education
• Paid time off so you can recharge and come back ready
• Comprehensive onboarding and role-specific training
• Access to employee assistance programs and mental health resources
• Referral bonus program — bring great people, get rewarded
• Secure work environment at a well-established facility with clear protocols

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