Location: Represa, CA

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 06-07-2026

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Day shift). Will accept 4/10s: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Day shift). Orientation: 3 weeks onsite.

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 compassionate, evidence-based psychological services to incarcerated adults including assessment, individual and group therapy
• Conduct clinical evaluations, risk assessments, and treatment planning to support patient safety and rehabilitation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure continuity across services
• Document clinical encounters clearly and timely in the electronic health record
• Deliver trauma-informed interventions and crisis management as needed to maintain a safe therapeutic environment
• Support program development and quality improvement efforts within the mental health unit

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted California Psychologist license preferred; LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC credentials considered
• Experience in mental health settings; correctional or forensic experience is highly desirable
• Strong clinical assessment and therapy skills with adults
• Ability to complete a 3-week onsite orientation and work Monday-Friday schedule (or agreed 4/10 arrangement)
• Willingness to pass facility-required background checks and comply with institutional policies

Education

• Doctoral degree in Psychology for Psychologist roles (PhD or PsyD) or relevant Master's degree for LMFT/LCSW/LPCC
• Relevant clinical training and licensure in California

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in clinical assessment, risk management, and safety planning
• Proficient in individual and group therapy modalities and treatment planning
• Solid documentation skills and comfort using electronic health records
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques appropriate for correctional settings
• Cultural competence and strong interpersonal communication skills

Benefits

• Competitive pay and predictable weekly guarantee to help you plan your life
• Generous medical, dental and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings options so you can build a secure future
• Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Referral bonus program — bring great people and get rewarded
• A supportive team environment that values compassion, safety, and collaboration
• Travel reimbursement and local housing assistance options for out-of-area hires

Travel Perks: Explore Represa, CA

Enjoy the best of Northern California on your days off: explore historic Old Sacramento and the California State Railroad Museum, stroll or bike the American River Parkway, relax at nearby Folsom Lake or Old Town Folsom, and take weekend trips to Napa Valley wine country or Lake Tahoe for outdoor adventures. Plenty of local dining, breweries, and cultural sites make downtime enjoyable.

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