Psychologist - Multiple Locations

Position: Psychologist – Multiple Locations Hiring!

Increased Salaries are Just the Beginning…

The past few years have seen dramatic shifts in the health care landscape. California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) is poised to meet the evolving clinical care demands of our patient population while responding to the day-to-day needs of our dedicated providers.

$162,372 – Licensed

$133,932 – Pre-Licensed

Psychologists providing in-person care in an inpatient unit will receive:

$186,720 – Licensed

$154,020 – 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.

Additional Benefits of Practicing with CDCR/CCHCS

But increased salaries are just the beginning – our psychologists 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.
• 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 $46,000 - $61,000 per year.
• State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years: Secure a stable future with our pension plan.
• 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.

Take the first step and apply directly to this posting today!

EOE

Department Information

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department.

CDCR/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.

CDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the California Model which will transform the correctional landscape for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a systemwide change that leverages national and international best practices to address longstanding challenges related to incarceration and institution working conditions, creating a safe, professional, and satisfying workplace for staff as well as rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry efforts back into to the community.