Psychologist
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
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Psychologist? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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