Location: Ione, CA

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 06-07-2026

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM or any 4x10 schedule (Day)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $66 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

• Provide comprehensive mental health assessments and evidence-based treatment planning
• Deliver individual and group therapy tailored to a corrections population
• Collaborate with custody and interdisciplinary clinical teams to coordinate care
• Document clinical encounters accurately and timely to support continuity of care
• Participate in treatment team meetings and case reviews to improve outcomes
• Offer crisis intervention and risk assessments when urgent needs arise

Qualifications

• For Psychologist: Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) and active licensure or eligibility in California
• For LCSW: Master of Social Work (MSW) and active LCSW license in California
• Experience or comfort working in a corrections/prison environment preferred
• Demonstrated skills in assessment, individual and group therapy, and treatment planning
• Ability to pass background checks and meet facility security requirements
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills

Education

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) for Psychologist roles
• Master of Social Work (MSW) for Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) roles
• State licensure required for the role you are applying to

Knowledge & Skills

• Clinical knowledge of serious mental illness, trauma-informed care, and correctional mental health needs
• Skilled in evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT basics, and group facilitation
• Ability to assess risk, safety, and suicide precautions in a high-acuity setting
• Proficient documentation and electronic health record skills
• Cultural humility and effective communication across diverse populations
• Time management and the ability to work independently within institutional policies

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay and steady registry coverage for reliable earnings
• Flexible scheduling options to help you balance work and life
• Supportive clinical team and leadership that value your expertise
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Referral bonus program to reward you for great teammates
• Dedicated onboarding and clinical support in a corrections setting
• Paid time off accrual so you can recharge when you need it

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