Psychologist - Mental Health
Location: Vacaville, CA
Start Date: 02-23-2026
End Date: 06-07-2026
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Tuesday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Day shift)
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 evaluations for patients in a psychiatric program
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- Provide individual, group, and crisis intervention therapies with compassion and clinical rigor
- Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, social workers, nursing staff, and corrections personnel to coordinate care
- Document clearly and timely in the medical record to ensure continuity of care and compliance
- Consult on program development and contribute to treatment team meetings to improve patient outcomes
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and training to strengthen program services
Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) preferred
- Licensed Psychologist in California or eligible for licensure (state license required or in-process preferred)
- Experience providing psychological services in psychiatric or correctional settings preferred
- Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills with evidence-based modalities
- Ability to manage crisis situations and perform risk assessments effectively
- Clear background checks and any facility-specific credentialing required
Education
- Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) preferred
- Relevant post-doctoral training or supervised experience a plus
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in psychiatric assessment, DSM diagnostics, and risk evaluation
- Experience with evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care
- Excellent clinical documentation and case formulation skills
- Strong interpersonal and interdisciplinary collaboration abilities
- Cultural humility and ability to work with diverse adult populations
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and confidentiality best practices
Benefits
- Competitive pay with a 16-week guaranteed assignment to give you stability
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy
- Generous paid time off so you can recharge and come back refreshed
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Access to employee assistance programs and mental health resources
- A supportive multidisciplinary team that values collaboration and your expertise
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Referral bonus program — help us grow the team and get rewarded
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Psychologist - Mental Health? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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