Psychologist - Corrections - Vacaville, CA

Position: Psychologist
Location: Correctional Facility, Vacaville, California
Hourly Pay: $144.64 to $146.64
Contract Length: 6-month full-time contract, with eligibility for extension

Minimum Requirements

• At least 12 months of direct patient care experience within the past 3 years in a public or private institution
• Current clinical competencies
• Valid government-issued photo identification (Drivers License or Passport)
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Valid California Psychologist license (hard copy required)

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Weekly direct deposit payroll
• Forty hours of paid sick leave
• Contract extension bonus
• Pre-employment costs fully covered, including physical exam, drug screening, mask fit test, and background check
• Potential for temp-to-perm placement with full state benefits

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver psychological care under the supervision of the Senior Psychologist, Supervisor, or Chief of Mental Health
• Maintain safety, order, and supervise the behavior of inmates or wards within the facility
• Serve as clinician-of-the-day as needed, including on-call responsibilities for patient emergencies
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary staff to foster a professional and cooperative environment
• Conduct comprehensive mental health evaluations including review of criminal, psychological, and substance use histories
• Provide crisis intervention, group psychotherapy, and one-on-one interviews
• Perform evaluations at cell fronts when necessary, which may involve climbing stairs and extended walking
• Assess and diagnose psychiatric disorders using standardized psychological tests and interpret results
• Develop detailed clinical reports, prognoses, and treatment plans aligned with current standards of care
• Participate in and document Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IOTT) meetings and inmate care activities
• Track patient progress using SOAPE-formatted notes
• Conduct mental status examinations through face-to-face assessments
• Review prior medical and legal documentation to support accurate diagnosis and care planning
• Establish partnerships with community organizations, agencies, and residential care providers
• Educate inmates on mental health topics and support applications for benefits such as SSI
• Assist with data collection and analysis to ensure compliance with mental health program standards
• Share approved information with caregivers only with appropriate signed release
• Foster therapeutic relationships with inmates, families, and caregivers to improve treatment outcomes
• Represent the mental health department in both internal and external meetings or forums
• Contribute ideas and support the development and implementation of new treatment and rehabilitation programs