Location: Corcoran, California

Start Date: 12-29-2025

End Date: 04-12-2026

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Day). Training alternative: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM for first 2 weeks (Day)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $66 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 substance-use evaluations to inform individualized care
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each patient’s recovery goals
• Provide individual and group therapy focused on substance abuse and co-occurring mental health conditions
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, nursing staff, and correctional facility teams to coordinate care
• Document clinical notes, treatment progress, and discharge planning in a timely and compliant manner
• Deliver crisis intervention and risk assessments when needed to ensure patient and staff safety
• Participate in staff training and case consultation to support a culture of continuous improvement
• Advocate for patient needs while maintaining professional and ethical standards

Qualifications

• Active Psychologist license (PSYL) — current state licensure required; LCSW candidates with equivalent experience considered
• Experience in substance abuse treatment and mental health care, ideally within a forensic or correctional setting
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills with evidence-based therapy experience (CBT, DBT, MI, etc.)
• Excellent documentation, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
• Ability to work the posted schedule (Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) and attend the 2-week training schedule if assigned

Education

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD/PsyD) preferred for Psychologist role; MSW for LCSW pathways accepted
• Relevant post-graduate clinical training and supervised hours as required for licensure

Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough knowledge of substance abuse treatment principles and relapse prevention strategies
• Skilled in individual and group psychotherapy techniques and treatment planning
• Familiarity with risk assessment, crisis management, and safety protocols
• Competence in clinical documentation, confidentiality (HIPAA), and regulatory compliance
• Culturally competent practice and the ability to engage diverse patient populations
• Good organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

• Competitive pay and a reliable full-time schedule to keep your work-life balance intact
• Supportive multidisciplinary team focused on meaningful behavioral health care
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help maintain your credentials
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Paid time off so you can recharge and stay at your best
• Referral bonus program — bring great colleagues and get rewarded
• Clear onboarding and a structured 2-week training option to set you up for success
• A workplace that values compassion, clinical excellence, and teamwork

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