Clinical Counselor

City of Santa Fe Springs; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Retirement Plans (401k/457b)

State Pension

Paid Time Off

Recruitment Bonus

Referral Bonus

Team Collaboration

Security

Geographic diversity

Job summary

California Correctional Health Care Services is seeking a Clinical Counselor to support mental health care across California correctional facilities. The role offers a clear salary range for unlicensed and licensed clinicians, with multiple prison sites listed for immediate hiring.

Locations include Mule Creek, High Desert, Tehachapi, and several other CA sites. Competitive state benefits, retirement plans, and potential bonuses are highlighted in the posting.

Job description

About The Position

California Correctional Health Care Services

Clinical Counselor

Annual Salary Range

$87,528 – $111,708 (Unlicensed)

$97,596 – $124,536 (Licensed)

Location

Statewide/Multiple CA Locations

Immediately hiring at the following locations:

• Mule Creek State Prison (Ione)


• High Desert State Prison (Susanville)


• California Correctional Institution (Tehachapi)


• California State Prison, Sacramento (Represa)


• Substance Abuse Treatment Facility (Corcoran)

Benefits

Here, your work can be both professionally and personally rewarding – CCHCS Clinical Counselors also receive comprehensive State of California benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Full coverage to maintain you and your family’s health and well-being.


• Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans: Plan for your future with our generous retirement plans allowing tax deferral up to $46,000 - $61,000 per year.


• State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years: Secure a stable future with our pension plan (details at www.CalPERS.ca.gov).


• Rewarding Work with an Underserved/Underprivileged Population: Make a difference in the community while building your career.


• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule: Ensure ample time off for relaxation and personal activities.


• Recruitment and Retention Bonus: Licensed Clinical Counselors newly hired with the state of CA are also eligible to receive a recruitment and retention bonus of up to $15,000 within the first 12 months of service.


• Referral Bonus: All CCHCS/CDCR employees that refer a mental health clinician who is successfully hired by CCHCS may be eligible to receive a referral bonus of $5,000 per appointed referral.


• Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams: Work in a supportive environment with a community of colleagues.


• Safety and Security: Benefit from the professionalism of our well-trained Correctional Officers.


• Wide Variety of Geographic Settings: From the Northern California Coast to Southern California and everywhere in between, we have locations sure to fit your lifestyle.

About Us

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)/ California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.

EOE.

Please see job announcement for details.