Psychologist - Mental Health
Location: Soledad, CA
Start Date: 01-19-2026
End Date: 08-30-2026
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Monday and Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Day)
Hours per Week: 20
Candidate Pay Rate: $67 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 provide evidence-based interventions
- Develop individualized treatment plans and track patient progress
- Deliver individual and group therapy focused on mental health needs in a correctional setting
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure client safety
- Document clinical encounters clearly and timely to meet facility and regulatory standards
- Participate in orientation and training during the initial two-week onboarding period
Qualifications
- Licensed Psychologist (PhD/PsyD) in good standing or equivalent credentials
- Experience working in mental health clinical settings; correctional experience is a plus
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and therapy skills
- Ability to work on-site at SVSP - Salinas Valley State Prison on the assigned days
- Current professional license or eligibility to obtain licensure for practice in California
Education
- Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) for Psychologist role
- Master's degree required for LCSW role (if applying as Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
Knowledge & Skills
- Proficiency in psychological assessment tools and diagnostic formulation
- Skilled in individual and group psychotherapy techniques
- Crisis intervention and risk assessment capabilities
- Excellent clinical documentation and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with custody and health services staff
Benefits
- Meaningful work helping people — make a real impact in a supportive clinical setting
- Two-day weekly schedule for great work-life balance
- Structured 2-week orientation to get you comfortable and confident
- Collaborative team environment with experienced mental health clinicians
- Licensure assistance and professional development support
- Paid time off and opportunities to recharge
- Comprehensive clinical support and supervision when needed
- A culture that values your wellbeing and professional growth
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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