Social Work - Correctional Social Worker
Modesto, CA
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
$3,406/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingCorrectional
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$2,160/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Description
Position: LCSW/LMFT - Forensic Behavioral Health
Location: Modesto, CA
Setting: Public behavioral health/correctional system
Duration: 26-weeks (6 Months)
Compensation
Local Pay Rate: $80/hr
Travel Package: $3,406/week
*Must reside over 50 miles away to qualify for travel package*
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and much more!
Position Details
Schedule:
- 5x8s, Days (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
Requirements
- Active California LCSW or LMFT license
- Behavioral health assessment and documentation experience
- Experience with mental health and/or substance use disorder populations
- Experience with forensic, correctional, crisis, or community behavioral health populations preferred
About the Organization
Join a county-operated behavioral health organization dedicated to improving mental health, substance use recovery, and long-term wellness across the community. As part of the Reintegration Support Team, you'll play a vital role in helping individuals access behavioral health services and resources as they transition from the correctional system back into the community.
This assessment-focused position offers the opportunity to work with adults experiencing mental health and substance use challenges, providing screenings, evaluations, care coordination, and referral support that promote continuity of care and successful community reintegration. Ideal for clinicians who are passionate about recovery, advocacy, and making a meaningful impact on an underserved population.
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Employer
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has connected the nation’s top talent to a variety of healthcare and educational partners since 1988. We achieved a pioneering certification with the Joint Commission in 2008 and have since evolved into one of the foremost staffing companies in the United States. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of professionals, across health systems, government facilities, or schools. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Our commitment to a higher standard of service has fueled our growth, solidifying our nationwide and local presence in healthcare and education.
About Modesto, CA
As a in Modesto, CA here's what you should know:- Modesto's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- In summer, average highs are around 93°F, while average lows in winter are around 39°F.
- Modesto experiences hot summers and cool winters.
- Short term rentals are available in Modesto, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Many options are available for furnished housing, catering to the needs of travel nurses.
- Modesto is car-friendly, with convenient road networks and parking facilities.
- Public transportation options include buses operated by the Modesto Area Express (MAX) system.
- Modesto has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality concerns.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Modesto offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Music enthusiasts can enjoy live performances, and sports lovers can engage in local events.
- Outdoor activities include parks, hiking trails, and nearby waterways.
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