Location: Delano, CA

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 06-07-2026

Shift Type: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 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 evidence-based psychological services to adults in a correctional mental health setting
• Conduct clinical assessments, diagnostics, and develop individualized treatment plans
• Deliver individual and group therapy while maintaining clear, accurate clinical documentation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure patient safety
• Participate in and lead trainings as needed to support staff development and continuity of care
• Monitor progress, adjust interventions, and communicate care goals with stakeholders

Qualifications

• Active Psychologist license (PSY/PSYL) or licensed clinician credentials such as LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC
• Willingness and ability to complete a 1–2 week training period at the start of assignment
• Experience or interest in mental health work in institutional, forensic, or correctional settings preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and case management skills
• Comfort working collaboratively with security and multidisciplinary teams

Education

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (for Psychologist) or relevant master’s degree for LMFT/LCSW/LPCC
• State licensure in the appropriate discipline

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in evidence-based therapies and treatment planning
• Proficient with clinical assessment tools and mental health diagnostics
• Effective crisis intervention and stabilization techniques
• Clear, timely clinical documentation and reporting
• Ability to train others and support onboarding

Benefits

• Competitive pay and consistent full-time hours to help you plan your life outside work
• Generous licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can keep your credentials current
• Supportive onboarding with 1-2 weeks of training to set you up for success
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• A collaborative team environment where your clinical judgment is valued
• Paid time off so you can recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Referral bonus program — bring great colleagues, get rewarded
• Access to employee assistance resources and mental health support

Travel Perks: Explore Delano, CA

Explore nearby Bakersfield for dining, museums, and local events just a short drive away. Enjoy weekend trips to the Sierra Nevada foothills and Sequoia National Park for hiking and scenic drives. Discover local farmers markets, regional wineries, and outdoor recreation spots like Lake Isabella within a couple hours. Delano also offers a rich agricultural and cultural history to explore during your time off.

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