Psychologist - Corrections - Corcoran, CA

Job Title: Psychologist
Location: Correctional Facility in Corcoran, California
Pay Rate: $144.64 to $146.64 per hour
Schedule: Full-time, 6-month contract with potential for extension

Requirements:

• Twelve months of experience within the past three years providing direct patient care in a public or private institution
• Current clinical competencies
• Valid 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
• Contract extension bonus
• 40 hours of paid sick leave
• Weekly direct deposit payroll
• Pre-employment screenings covered (physical exam, drug test, mask fit test, and background check)
• Opportunity to convert to a permanent state position with full state benefits

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide psychological services to mentally ill inmates under the supervision of the Senior Psychologist or Chief of Mental Health
• Supervise inmate conduct and maintain order and safety within the facility
• Serve as clinician-of-the-day during scheduled shifts and respond to patient emergencies
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote high-quality care
• Conduct comprehensive initial mental health evaluations, including assessment of criminal, psychological, and substance use histories
• Provide crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy, and in-cell assessments when necessary
• Administer, score, and interpret a range of psychological assessments
• Develop treatment plans and clinical reports that meet community standards of care
• Participate in complex case consultations with supervisors and interdisciplinary teams
• Document all patient interactions and clinical services, including Interdisciplinary Treatment Team meetings
• Monitor progress using SOAPE-formatted progress notes
• Perform mental status exams during face-to-face evaluations
• Review previous mental health records and legal documents to support diagnosis and treatment planning
• Build collaborative relationships with community organizations and service providers
• Deliver mental health education and support resources for inmates
• Assist inmates in applying for entitlement programs such as SSI and community-based services
• Respond to audits and support accurate data entry by administrative staff
• Provide approved information to relatives or caregivers following proper release procedures
• Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with inmates and their families
• Represent the department in meetings and help implement new mental health programs