Psychologist

City of Santa Fe Springs; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day workweeks

401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans

CalPERS pension

Visa sponsorship support

Relocation assistance

Job summary

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) / California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) seeks Psychologists to provide mental health services to incarcerated individuals across California, including telehealth, headquarters, and onsite settings.

Responsibilities include screenings, evaluations, crisis intervention, therapy, and treatment planning within interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Valid license as a Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology.
• Doctorate Degree in Psychology from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and evaluate incarcerated individuals.
• Provide crisis intervention and individual therapy.
• Develop treatment plans and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to program evaluation and research.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Licensed Psychologist (CA)

Job description

About The Position

Telehealth/Headquarters/Onsite
$167,244 (Licensed)

About The Position
California Correctional Health Care Services
Psychologist
Telehealth/Headquarters/Onsite
$167,244 (Licensed)
$137,952 (Pre-Licensed)
Psychologists providing in-person care in an inpatient unit will receive:
$192,336 (Licensed)
$158,640 (Pre-Licensed)
Restructured Recruitment and Retention Bonus: Recruitment and Retention Bonus for clinicians newly hired with the State of CA has been restructured to provide a 1% bonus for the first 7 years, increasing by 1% year over year, maxing at a 7% bonus by year 7.
Psychologists newly hired with the State of CA are also eligible to receive a recruitment and retention bonus of up to $30,000 within the first 12 months of service.
Referral Bonus: All CDCR/CCHCS 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.

Work Locations:Wide Variety of Geographic Settings including the Northern California Coast, San Francisco Bay Area, California Capitol, and Southern California. Immediately hiring at the following facilities:

• CHCF (Stockton)
• CCI (Tehachapi)
• HDSP (Susanville)
• MCSP (Ione)
• SAC (Sacramento)
• SATF (Corcoran)

Are you a Psychologist seeking a fulfilling career opportunity? Look no further! California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) is currently hiring Psychologists to join our dedicated mental health teams.
As a Psychologist with California Correctional Health Care Services, you will play a crucial role in providing mental health services to individuals in our care. Your responsibilities will include conducting screenings, evaluating incarcerated persons, crisis intervention, individual therapy, treatment planning, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. You may also have the opportunity to contribute to program evaluation and research.
Join the CCHCS team and be part of an organization committed to public safety, successful community reintegration, and providing rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Diversity and inclusion are valued, and candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications

• Valid license as a Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology
• Doctorate Degree in Psychology from an accredited institution

Benefits Of Working With CDCR/CCHCS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Full coverage to maintain you and your Family’s health and well-being.
• Work-life Balance with Flexible Schedules: Enjoy 4-day workweeks at many of our locations for a better personal life balance.
• Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans: Plan for your future with our generous retirement plans allowing tax deferral up to $47,000 – $62,000 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).
• CE Annual Stipend of $500/year, Licensed Renewal Reimbursement, and Bi-Annual Allocation of 36 hours for CE: Invest in your professional development with our Continuing Education benefits.
• No Insurance, Worker’s Comp, or Disability Paperwork.
• 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.
• 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.
• Potential NHSC Loan Repayment: Eligibility for loan repayment depending on your work location.
• Dedicated Assistance with Visa Sponsorship & Wide Variety of Geographic Settings: From the Northern California Coast to Southern California, we support your relocation and integration into the community.

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.