Social Work - Correctional Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - $2,800 per week
Specialty: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist | Discipline: Social Work | Duration: 24 weeks | 40 hours per week
About the role
Join our dedicated mental health team at this Correctional Facility as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of incarcerated individuals through evidence-based therapeutic interventions. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to promote rehabilitation, resilience, and positive behavioral change within a secure environment—all while receiving a competitive compensation package.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities appropriate to the correctional setting.
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans that address mental health needs, behavioral goals, and rehabilitation objectives.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams—including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and custody staff—to coordinate holistic, person-centered care.
- Facilitate therapy sessions that promote emotional regulation, coping skills, communication, trauma processing, and interpersonal growth.
- Document assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with facility and CDCR standards.
- Participate actively in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) meetings and contribute to case formulation, treatment planning, and crisis intervention strategies.
- Support inmate transitions and pre-release preparation by addressing reintegration challenges and developing relapse-prevention and community reentry skills.
- Maintain professional boundaries and ensure safety and security by adhering to all California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) policies, regulations, and ethical standards.
Requirements
- CTRS License
- American Heart Association BLS
Schedule
- 8-hour day shifts
- 40 hours per week
Benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Weekly pay
About Nightingale's List
Nightingale's List is a premier healthcare staffing agency based in California, offering diverse job opportunities across America. From travel and per diem to contract and long-term roles, we cater to the unique needs of our healthcare professionals. Founded by a Registered Nurse, we deeply understand our staff's aspirations and challenges. At Nightingale's List, we go beyond providing jobs—we foster rewarding healthcare careers with comprehensive support and growth opportunities.