Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Marriage and Family Therapist / Psychologist

Job overview

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Marriage and Family Therapist / Psychologist role is onsite in Bakersfield, California, in a correctional facility. Pay is $75–$120 per hour. The position supports the facility’s correctional mental health team and the psychological well-being and rehabilitation of incarcerated individuals. The clinician assesses mental health needs, provides individual and group therapy, responds to crises, and collaborates on treatment and discharge planning. Documentation and coordination with medical and correctional staff support continuity of care and rehabilitation goals.

What you'll do

• Conduct mental health assessments
• provide individual counseling and psychotherapy
• lead therapeutic groups
• respond to crises and conduct risk assessments
• develop treatment plans with the interdisciplinary team
• monitor and document progress
• plan for discharge and community resources
• coordinate with medical and correctional staff
• maintain clinical records
• participate in relevant professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

licensed clinical social worker

marriage and family therapist

psychologist

correctional mental health

individual therapy

group therapy

crisis intervention

bakersfield ca

$75–$120/hr

treatment planning

discharge planning

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires an active state license as an LCSW, MFT, or Psychologist; correctional or secure mental health experience is highly preferred.

About the employer

Vivo HealthStaff is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians). Sector: 62.