Location: Vacaville, CA

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 06-07-2026

Shift Type: Tuesday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Day)

Hours per Week: 40

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 provide clear, actionable treatment recommendations
• Deliver individual and group psychotherapy tailored to the psychiatric program population
• Perform risk and safety assessments and implement appropriate interventions
• Collaborate with custody, medical, and behavioral health staff to coordinate care plans
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and contribute to multidisciplinary case reviews
• Support program goals through evidence-based treatment approaches and program development
• Provide clinical supervision/mentoring when applicable and participate in staff training

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) required or equivalent as per employer policy
• Active California Psychologist license or eligibility to obtain licensure in California
• Experience in psychiatric programs, forensic settings, or correctional mental health preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills with demonstrated experience in psychotherapy
• Ability to pass required background checks and meet facility credentialing requirements
• Current BLS/CPR preferred or willingness to obtain if required by facility

Education

• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough knowledge of evidence-based psychotherapies and psychiatric assessment
• Skilled in crisis intervention, risk assessment, and de-escalation techniques
• Comfortable working within a multidisciplinary team and a correctional/forensic environment
• Excellent clinical documentation and case formulation skills
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care and population-specific interventions
• Strong communication skills with patients and institutional staff

Benefits

• Competitive pay with a 40-hour weekly guarantee for peace of mind and predictability
• 16-week assignment that gives you a meaningful chunk of time to make an impact
• Medical, Dental & Vision options to keep you and your family covered
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Paid time off so you can recharge between shifts
• Travel reimbursement and housing assistance available for qualified candidates
• Supportive interdisciplinary team that values clinical judgment and collaboration
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development

Travel Perks: Explore Vacaville, CA

Vacaville sits in the heart of Northern California with easy access to wineries, the scenic vineyards of Napa Valley, and local attractions like Nut Tree Plaza and Lagoon Valley Park for hiking and biking. Take a short drive to the Jelly Belly Factory in nearby Fairfield, explore nearby regional parks for weekend adventures, or enjoy day trips to San Francisco, Sacramento, and Lake Berryessa for wineries, dining, and outdoor recreation.

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