Psychology Contract Corrections Lancaster CA

Funk and Associates; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 329,472 - 402,688; Full time

Job summary

Funk and Associates in Lancaster, CA is seeking a Contract Psychologist (Forensic / Correctional) to join an adult men’s state facility. It is a full‑time assignment with ASAP start and earning potential over $366k/year.

You will perform psychological assessments, develop treatment plans, provide crisis intervention, and deliver group and individual services within a secure, structured clinical environment.

Qualifications

• PhD or PsyD in Psychology required.
• Active California psychology license required.
• At least 12 months of adult psychology experience in the last 3 years.
• BLS certification and professional malpractice insurance required.
• Experience in correctional, forensic, or high‑risk behavioral health settings preferred.
• Comfortable working with justice‑involved populations and interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment and treatment planning.
• Crisis intervention and ongoing therapy for adults in a correctional setting.
• Deliver group and individual therapy within a secure, structured environment.

Skills

PhD or PsyD in Psychology

Active California license

Adult psychology experience

BLS certification

Malpractice insurance

Correctional/forensic experience

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

PhD or PsyD in Psychology

Tools

Cerner EHR

Job description

Contract Psychologist – State Correctional Facility (Lancaster, CA)

Join a clinical psychology team in Lancaster, CA – providing care to justice‑involved adults in a correctional setting full‑time with earning potential over $366k/year.

Job Highlights

• Title: Contract Psychologist (Forensic / Correctional)
• Location: Adult men’s state correctional facility – Lancaster, CA
• Contract Type: 6–12 month relief contract (ASAP start)
• Schedule: Full‑time in‑person 40 hours/week; 4x10 weekday schedules.
• Earning Potential: $366,080/year
• Setting: Adult men’s correctional psychology, moderate acuity, SUD and justice‑involved patients
• Visa: No visa sponsorship

Top Qualifications

• PhD or PsyD in Psychology required.
• Active California psychology license required.
• At least 12 months of adult psychology experience in the last 3 years.
• BLS certification and professional malpractice insurance required.
• Experience in correctional, forensic, or high‑risk behavioral health settings preferred.
• Comfortable working with justice‑involved populations and interdisciplinary teams.

Call to action: If you’re a California‑licensed psychologist interested in forensic work with strong earning potential and schedule flexibility, contact us today about this Lancaster contract.

Role Overview

This assignment is at an adult men’s correctional facility in Lancaster, California, serving moderate‑acuity patients with psychiatric and substance use disorders. You’ll provide psychological assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and group/individual services within a secure, structured clinical environment.

Key Details & Requirements

• Start date: ASAP.
• Schedule: Full‑time 40 hours/week; Mon‑Thurs or Tues‑Fri 7AM‑5PM.
• EHR: Cerner EHR in use; familiarity or quick learning is expected.
• Orientation: Up to 40 hours of orientation is required.
• Compliance & Screening:
  • Criminal background check required.
  • Drug test required.
  • CALPERS affidavit required.
  • Current state employees are not eligible.

How to Learn More / Apply

• Website: www.funkaa.net
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: 805‑215‑0910