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

• Conduct mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations for adult patients in a correctional setting
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that address clinical needs and safety
• Provide evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions and crisis intervention as needed
• Collaborate with custody, medical, and behavioral health teams to coordinate patient care
• Maintain clear, timely clinical documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
• Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultations, and required training during the assignment

Qualifications

• Licensed Psychologist OR licensed LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC (PSYL/LMFT/LCSW/LPCC credentials accepted)
• Must be able to complete one week of required training prior to full assignment start
• Experience or comfort working in correctional or forensic mental health settings preferred
• Current, active license in good standing with no restrictions
• Ability to pass background check and meet facility clearance requirements
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and crisis management skills

Education

• Doctoral degree (PhD/PsyD) in Psychology preferred for Psychologist roles
• Master's degree in a related field required for LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC clinicians

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Experience with individual and group psychotherapy techniques
• Familiarity with correctional environment protocols, safety, and custody collaboration
• Excellent clinical documentation and communication skills
• Cultural competence and ability to engage diverse adult populations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

• Competitive hourly guarantee with predictable weekly hours to help you plan your life outside work
• Paid one-week training so you start confident and supported
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help maintain or advance your credentials
• Supportive multidisciplinary team and meaningful clinical work in correctional mental health
• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Referral bonus program — bring great colleagues and get rewarded
• Flexible scheduling within the assignment to help balance work and life
• Access to employee assistance and wellness resources

Travel Perks: Explore Delano, CA

Explore the wide open spaces of Kern County on your downtime. Delano is a short drive from Bakersfield where you can check out the Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace, local museums, and a growing food scene. Outdoor lovers can head to the Kern River or Lake Isabella for hiking, fishing, and scenic views, or take a day trip into the Sierra Nevada foothills and Sequoia National Forest for big trees and fresh air. Local farmers markets and nearby wineries are great weekend escapes.

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