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Description
Hiring Title: Psychologist – Mental Health – Days – 40 hrs/week (City/State)
Apply now to join a supportive clinical team providing mental health care in a correctional setting. This role offers a 40-hour day shift schedule with a competitive hourly pay rate ($114.24), along with a strong benefits package and weekly pay via direct deposit. Start date: 08/03/2026—apply today to be considered for upcoming coverage.
Quick Facts
- Location: City/State not provided (a leading facility in City, State)
- Start Date: 08/03/2026
- End Date/Duration: 8 weeks (Full time)
- Shift: Days (40 hour)
- Hours/week: 40
- Employment Type: Full-time contract (8 weeks)
- License/Certs: Licensed Psychologist (license verification required) + BLS
- Experience: Not specified in provided details
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly Pay Rate: $114.24
- Weekly Pay: Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit (W-2)
- Medical Benefits: Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Referral Bonus: Robust referral bonus program
- Paid Sick Time: Paid sick time in accordance with applicable state/federal/local laws
- Reimbursements: Licensure–certification and travel and other reimbursements when applicable
- Support: 24/7 dedicated team committed to your success throughout your time with VHS
What You’ll Do
- Conduct psychological screenings and assessments using available records and clinical interviews
- Provide individualized treatment by developing, implementing, and updating treatment plans based on patient needs
- Serve as part of a mental health team, coordinating with psychiatry and other clinical staff to support integrated care
- Make regular rounds in segregation or other confined housing areas to assess adjustment and mental health treatment needs
- Deliver counseling and interventions for individuals, including those in crisis, with a focus on appropriate care and de-escalation
- Consult with relevant teams (e.g., nursing/medical staff, social work, education, chaplaincy, security) as needed to support understanding of behavioral or mental health changes
What You Need
Required
- US Citizenship required for ICE clearance
- Board eligibility documentation (and must be board eligible to qualify for privileges)
- License verification (online verification required with application)
- BLS that meets CoreCivic compliance requirements, or completed pending BLS attestation (attestation required if not yet completed)
- Ability to pass thorough background & credit investigation for clearance
Preferred
- Experience not specified—candidates who demonstrate strong assessment, counseling, and team-based clinical coordination are encouraged
ICE Clearance Timing (Important):
- ICE clearance can take around 60 days. Facility will work to expedite once documents are submitted.
About the Assignment
This assignment supports a mental health program at a correctional facility, focusing on psychological assessments, counseling, treatment planning, and crisis intervention. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure care is integrated and follow-through is maintained for individuals in custody.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSCC.
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| Employer: |
VieMed Healthcare Staffing
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| Post Date: |
Jun 13, 2026 |
| Profession: |
Physician |
| Job Type: |
MD/DO |
| Specialty: |
None |
| Location: |
California - San Diego |
| Job Reference: |
67631 |
| Contact Details: |
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