Correctional Psychologist - $5,200 per week

Nightingale's List is seeking a travel Correctional Psychologist for a travel job in Crescent city, California.

• Specialty: Psychologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 24 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Non Negotiable Requirement: CA Psychologist License 

Non Negotiable Requirement: American Heart Association BLS

Overview:
Join our dedicated mental health team at this Correctional Facility as a Licensed CA Psychologist. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of incarcerated individuals through evidence-based therapeutic interventions. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to promote rehabilitation, resilience, and positive behavioral change within a secure environment—all while receiving a competitive compensation package.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities appropriate to the correctional setting.
• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans that address mental health needs, behavioral goals, and rehabilitation objectives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams—including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and custody staff—to coordinate holistic, person-centered care.
• Facilitate therapy sessions that promote emotional regulation, coping skills, communication, trauma processing, and interpersonal growth.
• Document assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with facility and CDCR standards.
• Participate actively in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) meetings and contribute to case formulation, treatment planning, and crisis intervention strategies.
• Support inmate transitions and pre-release preparation by addressing reintegration challenges and developing relapse-prevention and community reentry skills.
• Maintain professional boundaries and ensure safety and security by adhering to all California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) policies, regulations, and ethical standards.

Nightingale's List Job ID #ZR_219_JOB. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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.

• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Weekly pay