Location: San Luis Obispo, CA

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 08-30-2026

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Day)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $65 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 individual and group therapy to adults in a correctional/behavioral health setting, ensuring evidence-based interventions are used.
• Conduct psychological assessments, risk screenings, and ongoing treatment planning to support measurable patient progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nursing, custody staff, and case management to coordinate comprehensive care.
• Document clinical encounters, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and timely to meet regulatory and facility standards.
• Deliver crisis intervention and de-escalation support when needed, prioritizing safety and therapeutic outcomes.
• Advocate for patient needs within the facility and connect individuals to community resources and continuity-of-care options.

Qualifications

• Active LMFT, Psychologist (PSY), LCSW, or LPCC license (eligible to practice in the state where the facility operates).
• Clinical experience in mental health settings—experience with serious mental illness, group therapy, or correctional populations is a strong plus.
• Comfort with thorough documentation and adherence to facility policies and confidentiality standards.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage crisis situations and provide trauma-informed care.

Education

• Master's degree (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC) or Doctoral degree (Psychologist) in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid grounding in mental health diagnosis, assessment, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches
• Skilled in individual and group psychotherapy techniques
• Familiarity with crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, and safety planning
• Competent documentation and electronic health record usage
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and communicate clearly with both clinical and non-clinical staff

Benefits

• Supportive team culture that values your clinical judgment and growth
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision options to keep you healthy
• Generous paid time off so you can recharge and stay resilient
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help with professional costs
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Work-life friendly scheduling with predictable shifts
• Employee assistance programs and wellness resources
• A collaborative environment with peer support and supervision

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