MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST - Wasco State Prison (WSP)

About the role

This position is for a Marriage and Family Therapist at Wasco State Prison (WSP), located in Wasco, CA, in Kern County.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couples, and family therapy sessions to inmates.
• Assess and document client progress and needs.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Conduct intake assessments and ongoing evaluations.
• Develop and deliver group therapy sessions.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Requirements

• Current/Valid license as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist issued by the California Board of Behavioral Science.
• Experience working with incarcerated populations.
• Knowledge of correctional settings and mental health issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff, and other professionals.
• Basic understanding of correctional policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in a clinical setting.
• Completion of a supervised internship or residency program.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Details on benefits can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) and CalPERS websites.

Pay

$7,294.00 - $10,378.00 per Month

Schedule

Full-time schedule is typically 40 hours per week.