Location: Ione, CA

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 06-07-2026

Shift Type: Tuesday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Day shift); facility notes indicate full-time coverage Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM is preferred; 4x10 option available

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $53 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 comprehensive psychological assessments and provide evidence-based interventions for incarcerated individuals
• Deliver individual, group, and crisis counseling aligned with facility policies and best practices
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and monitor treatment plans that support rehabilitation and safety
• Document clinical services clearly and timely, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with state regulations
• Participate in training and quality improvement efforts to enhance clinical services within the facility
• Provide clinical consultation and support to custody and program staff as needed

Qualifications

• Active licensure as a Psychologist (PSYL), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) — valid in California
• Experience or interest in working in correctional or forensic mental health settings
• Ability to pass required background checks and meet facility clearance requirements
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and documentation skills
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams

Education

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD/PsyD) for Psychologist licensure, or relevant Master’s degree for LPCC/LMFT licensure as required by California

Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough knowledge of evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches
• Comfortable conducting assessments, crisis intervention, and group therapy
• Familiarity with correctional environment safety and security protocols
• Excellent clinical documentation and time-management skills
• Ability to engage diverse adult populations with empathy and firmness when needed

Benefits

• Competitive pay and steady 20-week coverage so you can plan ahead
• Supportive team environment working with experienced correctional mental health staff
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help keep your credentials current
• Paid training and onboarding to get you confident in the role quickly
• Flexible scheduling options including 4x10s for a better work-life balance
• Access to professional development opportunities and clinical supervision
• Employee assistance and wellness resources to help you recharge
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great colleagues aboard

Travel Perks: Explore Ione, CA

This is a temporary assignment in the Sierra Foothills region. Enjoy nearby historic Gold Rush towns like Sutter Creek and Jackson, explore Amador County wine country and tasting rooms, hike scenic trails in the Sierra foothills, and take easy day trips to Sacramento (about an hour away) for museums, dining, and events. Weekend getaways to Lake Tahoe are also within reach for outdoor recreation.

Hashtags

#PsychologistJobs #IoneCAJobs #MentalHealthJobs #CorrectionalMentalHealth #UHCCareers #LPCCJobs #LMFTJobs #ClinicalCounseling #PsychologyCareers #HealthcareJobs