Job Description
Nightingale's List is seeking a travel Correctional Psychologist for a travel job in Wasco, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Psychologist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: 24 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Overview:
Join our dedicated team at this Correctional Facility as a Clinical Psychologist . This vital role focuses on providing comprehensive psychological services to inmates, promoting mental health, rehabilitation, and public safety. Work in a dynamic, secure environment with a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth.
Qualifications:
- Must possess a current, valid license as a Clinical Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology.
- At least 12 continuous months of clinical psychology experience within the past 3 years (excluding internships and practicums).
- Proficiency in English, both verbal and written, is essential for effective documentation and communication.
Responsibilities:
- Provide psychological evaluations, diagnoses, and individualized treatment planning under the direction of the Chief Psychologist or appropriate supervisory staff.
- Conduct individual and group psychotherapy, including crisis intervention and suicide risk assessments.
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning, including IOTT (Interdisciplinary Treatment Team) meetings.
- Complete mental status examinations, review case files, and interpret psychological testing and diagnostic results.
- Document services provided in compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
- Support inmate transitions within the facility and assist in pre-release planning with appropriate referrals to community-based mental health resources.
- Promote and maintain safety and security standards in all therapeutic activities.
- Comply with all California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and institutional policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
About Nightingale's List
Nightingale's List is a premier healthcare staffing agency based in California,
offering diverse job opportunities across America. From travel and per diem to
contract and long-term roles, we cater to the unique needs of our healthcare
professionals. Founded by a Registered Nurse, we deeply understand our
staff's aspirations and challenges. At Nightingale's List, we go beyond
providing jobs - we foster rewarding healthcare careers with comprehensive
support and growth opportunities.
Benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Weekly pay
Job Tags
Weekly pay, Daily paid, Contract work, Internship, Shift work,