Travel Behavioral Health Tech - $802 per week in Chowchilla, CA

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Catalytic Solutions to find a qualified Behavioral Health Tech in Chowchilla, California, 93610!

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$802 per week

About The Position

PSYCHOLOGIST

Qualification Requirements

1. Psychologist assigned to CDCR must have the minimum experience as follows : : Minimum of twelve (12)

continuous months of experience within the last three (3) years performing services similar in scope to those

defined herein, in a public or private institution. Internship does not count towards the required experience.

2. All Psychologists must have the required licenses, permits, and / or certifications noted herein.

3. Patient-inmate / wards healthcare is of paramount importance. Accuracy in communications is critical to ensure

timely, correct care is provided. Therefore, any licensed Psychologist providing services through this Agreement

must be proficient in the English language and be able to communicate effectively with CDCR / CCHCS. All

Psychologists must be able to speak, understand oral and written communication, and write effectively, in the

English language. Any Psychologist who fails to meet the minimum qualifications shall not be permitted to

perform service. The Institution’s / Facility’s CEO / CHM or designee shall state in writing the reason(s) the

Psychologist does not meet minimum qualifications and submit to the Vendor Manager and the CCHCS, Medical

Contracts, Contracts Management Team. After notification of failure to meet minimum qualifications has been

provided, CDCR / CCHCS shall not pay the Vendor Worker for any additional hours worked identified as not meeting

the minimum qualifications.

Service Delivery Requirements

Under the direction of the Senior Psychologist, Supervisor and / or the chief of Mental Health, the Psychologist

provides psychological services to mentally ill inmates / wards. Psychologists maintain order and supervise the

conduct of patient-inmates / youths, protect and maintain the safety of persons and property, and do other related

work. The Psychologist must be able to work in conditions that require all of the following essential functions :

a. Must be able to periodically serve as clinician-of-the-day by being available for on-call during scheduled work

• days for patient emergencies;

b. Expected to work effectively and cooperatively with staff from all classifications in order to enhance the quality

c. Conducts initial mental health evaluations including criminal, psychological, and substance abuse case history to

d. Conducts clinically sound suicide risk evaluations including clinical review, applying suicide risk assessment

e. Meets with mentally ill inmates / wards for crisis intervention, group psychotherapy, face-to-face interviews, etc.

May be required to provide clinical, face-to-face interviews at cell fronts in inmate housing units. In some

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Job Description Psychologist

CDCR / DMHRN

JOB DESCRIPTION

f. Identify the relevant signs and symptoms of psychiatric disorders in order to comprehensively assess, diagnose,

g.

Effectively applies psychological assessments in the selection, administration, scoring and interpretation of the

h. Writes clinical reports regarding diagnoses, prognoses and develops treatment plans that reflect the standard

i.

Consults on complex cases with supervisor, treatment team members, and with CDCR institutional healthcare

j. Documents all care provided to the inmate, including face-to-face contacts and Interdisciplinary Treatment

L. Effectively applies community standard of practice for the selection and effective implementation of

n. Examines prior mental health records, institutional chromos, probation reports, court records and other

available documents to assist in the formulation of patient’s diagnosis and aid in the development of the inmate’s

o. Establishes collaborative ties with community programs, groups, agencies, board and care homes, etc. to

p. Conducts mental health education and develops additional resources for mentally ill and sex offender

v. Provide relatives / caregivers with information concerning patients in person, by phone, or by correspondence

w. Develop a therapeutic relationship with the patient-inmates / youths, families and caretakers, as assigned and

approved by the supervisor, in order to enhance effective treatment delivery.

y. Maintains order and supervises the conduct of persons committed to the correctional facility in order to

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Job Description Psychologist

CDCR / DMHRN

JOB DESCRIPTION

z. Gives input and helps to implement new programs for the treatment, training or rehabilitation of patient

aa. Comprehends and adheres to CA and CDCR la, regulations, policies, and procedures regarding the patient’s

bb. When conditions are suspected, adheres to mandated reporting requirements regard CA Psychologists such as

reported child abuse, elder abuse, danger to self or other; Tarasoff reporting and other confidentiality mandates.

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About Catalytic Solutions

Catalytic Solutions is a premier healthcare staffing agency dedicated to providing top-tier medical professionals to healthcare facilities across the United States.

At Catalytic Solutions, we specialize in connecting travel therapists with top-tier assignments that align with their professional goals and personal preferences. We prioritize streamlined placement, competitive compensation, and personalized support to ensure each therapist’s experience is smooth and rewarding. Our agency stands out by offering exclusive nationwide opportunities, transparent salary details, and housing stipends. With a dedicated team that understands the complexities of travel therapy, we provide expert guidance on licensing, contract negotiations, and facility insights, ensuring therapists feel confident in every placement. Whether they are looking for short-term flexibility or long-term stability, we are committed to delivering the best opportunities and support for their journey.