Crisis Intervention Psychologist—Correctional Health

California Correctional Health Care Services; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

California State Prison, Sacramento, in Represa, is seeking a Psychologist, CF position, to provide emergent crisis assessment and intervention within the institution’s Crisis Intervention Team. The role requires a valid California Psychologist license and collaboration with nursing, custody, and psychiatry to ensure patient safety and care.

You will apply clinical judgment during on-site emergencies, with duties described in the associated Duty Statement and department policies.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid, current license as a Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergent, in-person crisis assessment and intervention services for patients in acute psychiatric distress.
• Collaborate with nursing and custody supervisory staff and consult with psychiatry.
• Exercise independent clinical judgment under regulatory timelines.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Clinical Assessment

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Risk Assessment

Crisis Assessment

Job description

California State Prison, Sacramento, in Represa, is seeking a Psychologist, CF position, to provide emergent crisis assessment and intervention within the institution’s Crisis Intervention Team. The role requires a valid California Psychologist license and collaboration with nursing, custody, and psychiatry to ensure patient safety and care.

You will apply clinical judgment during on-site emergencies, with duties described in the associated Duty Statement and department policies.