Psychologist
Location: Stockton, CA
Start Date: 01-26-2026
End Date: 06-07-2026
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Day); alternatives available: Tuesday-Friday or Friday-Monday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Day)
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $48 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 diagnostics for individuals in a psychiatric program
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote recovery and safety
- Provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches
- Perform crisis intervention and risk assessments when urgent needs arise
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medical and custodial staff, to coordinate care
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
- Contribute to program development, quality improvement, and case consultations
Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) preferred
- Active California psychologist license or eligibility to obtain state licensure
- Experience working in forensic, correctional, or psychiatric program settings is highly valued
- Strong background in assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based psychotherapies
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
Education
- Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) required or strongly preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
- Proficient with individual and group psychotherapy modalities
- Competent in crisis intervention and risk assessment
- Comfortable working in structured, security-focused environments
- Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health records
- Culturally competent, trauma-informed approach to care
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay and predictable four-day workweeks to help you recharge
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- Paid Time Off so you can actually take a break (yes, really)
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Continuing education opportunities and access to training resources
- Referral bonus program — bring a colleague, earn rewards
- A collaborative team environment at a respected psychiatric program
- Support with credentialing and onboarding to make your start smooth
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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