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Mental Health Therapist

$60 per hour

VieMed

Mental Health Therapist - San Diego, CA

Join a leading facility in San Diego, California, as a Mental Health Therapist and enjoy a competitive pay rate, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits. This position offers an immediate start for qualified candidates with current licensure, providing an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.

Why Apply?
  • Competitive hourly pay of $60 based on experience
  • Flexible day and evening shifts, 40 hours/week
  • Be part of a dedicated team committed to your professional success
  • Immediate start available upon clearance
  • Enjoy comprehensive medical, paid sick time, and ongoing support

Quick Facts

  • Location: San Diego, CA
  • Start Date: 08/31/2026
  • End Date: 10/24/2026 (initial 13 weeks)
  • Shift: Day & Evening - 8 hour shifts (weekday/weekend)
  • Hours/Week: 40 hours
  • Employment Type: Contract / Per Diem
  • Licenses/Certs: Active CA LCSW or LPCC, US Citizenship (for ICE clearance)
  • Experience: Preferred 2+ years in mental health or related field

Pay & Benefits

  • Pay Rate: $60/hour
  • Benefits: Competitive pay packages, weekly pay schedule via direct deposit, comprehensive medical benefits (W-2), robust referral bonus program, licensure, certification, travel and other reimbursements when applicable, paid sick time in accordance with laws, 24/7 dedicated support team

What You'll Do

  • Conduct mental health screenings and assessments through clinical interviews and review of records
  • Develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans
  • Document all treatment and evaluation activities accurately
  • Provide mental health assessments, counseling, and crisis intervention as needed
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all sensitive information
  • Apply psychological counseling techniques to support inmate mental health
  • Participate in ongoing team collaboration and documentation compliance

What You Need

Required:
  • Active CA LCSW or LPCC license
  • US Citizenship (for ICE clearance)
  • 2+ years of relevant mental health experience
  • Ability to perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and document accurately
Preferred:
  • Experience working in correctional or detention facility settings
  • Strong counseling and crisis intervention skills

About the Assignment This role involves providing mental health services within a correctional facility in San Diego. The Mental Health Coordinator will conduct screenings and assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver crisis intervention to inmates, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and confidentiality standards. The position offers immediate placement upon clearance, with flexible scheduling to accommodate both day and evening shifts.

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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