Position : Psychologist
Location : Correctional Facility, Wasco, California
Pay Rate : $143.08 to $145.08 per hour
Schedule : Full-time contract for 6 to 9 months with the possibility of extension
Requirements
- At least 12 months of direct patient care experience within the last 3 years in a public or private institution
- Clinical competencies must be current
- Valid government-issued photo ID (Drivers License or Passport)
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
- Valid California Psychologist license (hard copy required)
Benefits
Health insurance coverageWeekly direct deposit payroll40 hours of paid sick timeContract extension bonusPre-employment screening (physical exam, drug testing, mask fit, background check) covered at no costOpportunity to transition into a permanent state position with full benefits if availableKey Responsibilities
Deliver psychological services under the supervision of the Senior Psychologist or Chief of Mental HealthMaintain order and supervise patient-inmates to ensure safety and securityServe as clinician-of-the-day as needed for emergency cases during scheduled workdaysCollaborate with interdisciplinary staff to foster professional working relationshipsConduct comprehensive initial evaluations addressing psychological, criminal, and substance use historyProvide individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and in-person interviewsConduct evaluations at cell fronts when needed, with potential for stair climbing and long walking distancesIdentify and assess psychiatric symptoms, make diagnoses, and develop individualized treatment plansAdminister and interpret psychological assessments in alignment with clinical standardsPrepare detailed clinical reports on diagnosis and prognosisDocument care and interactions, including Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IOTT) meetingsTrack progress using SOAPE-formatted clinical notesPerform mental status exams during in-person evaluationsReview prior mental health records and legal documentation to support diagnosis and treatment planningCoordinate with community resources to establish aftercare supportEducate inmates on mental health issues and assist with applications for programs like SSIAnalyze data from audits related to mental health complianceRelay appointment and clinical documentation to administrative staff for data trackingCommunicate with relatives or caregivers only after receiving signed consentBuild therapeutic relationships with inmates and approved contacts to enhance treatment outcomesRepresent the department at mental health-related meetings and forumsContribute to the development and implementation of new rehabilitation and mental health programs