Location: Ione, CA

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 06-07-2026

Shift Type: Sunday-Wednesday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Day)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $64 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 timely mental health assessments and evidence-based individual therapy to incarcerated adults
• Develop and monitor individualized treatment plans that promote safety and rehabilitation
• Lead group therapy sessions focused on coping, behavior change, and relapse prevention
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary correctional staff to coordinate care and ensure continuity
• Conduct risk assessments and crisis interventions as needed to maintain a safe environment
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
• Participate in case conferences and contribute clinical expertise to multidisciplinary planning

Qualifications

• Valid California license as a Psychologist, or active LMFT, LPCC, or LCSW license (PSYL, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW accepted)
• Ability to obtain and pass required facility background checks and security clearances
• Experience providing clinical mental health services, ideally in forensic, correctional, or institutional settings preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and crisis management skills
• Current CPR/First Aid per facility requirements if applicable
• Professional liability insurance as required by employer or contract terms

Education

• Doctoral degree in Psychology preferred for Psychologist role
• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy accepted for LMFT/LPCC/LCSW clinicians

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in evidence-based therapeutic approaches and group facilitation
• Proficient in mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Experienced with crisis intervention and risk assessment in high-acuity settings
• Excellent documentation and case management abilities
• Able to work collaboratively with custody and healthcare staff in a correctional environment
• Culturally competent and able to engage diverse populations with respect

Benefits

• Competitive compensation that respects your expertise
• Generous travel reimbursement and stipend options for contract clinicians
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance
• Access to professional development and continuing education resources
• Supportive team environment where your contributions matter
• Referral bonus program for helping us grow the team
• Comprehensive onboarding and site-specific training

Travel Perks: Explore Ione, CA

Explore Amador County wine country with charming tasting rooms in Sutter Creek and Jackson, enjoy outdoor recreation at New Melones Lake for boating and fishing, hike the Sierra foothills and scenic trails nearby, visit historic small-town downtowns with local dining and shops, and take easy weekend trips to Sacramento for museums, dining, and city attractions.

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