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Clinical Social Workers
Make a Difference in People's Lives
Use your skills to make a positive difference in the lives of incarcerated persons as they receive quality mental health care during their time in prison.
What to Expect
California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) is seeking full-time compassionate, knowledgeable psychiatrists to join our multidisciplinary mental health teams. At CCHCS, you can expect:
- Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams within a Community of Colleagues
- Rewarding Work with an Underserved/Underprivileged Population
- Safety and Security provided by professional, well-trained Correctional Officers
- Wide Variety of Geographic Settings including the Northern California Coast, the Bay Area, California Capitol, and Southern California
- Work-life Balance with Flexible Schedules, including 4-day Workweeks at many Locations
Increased Salaries are Just the Beginning…
The past few years have seen dramatic shifts in the health care landscape. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) / 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.
Telehealth / Headquarters / Onsite:
$87,384 - $114,456 – Pre-Licensed
Clinical Social Workers providing in-person care in an inpatient unit will receive:
$100,488 - $131,628 – Pre-Licensed
Recruitment and Retention Bonus for clinicians newly hired with the State of CA and providing in-person care 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.
Additional Benefits of Working with CDCR/CCHCS
Our clinical social workers are offered a comprehensive range of State of California benefits:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Ensure your and your family's health with full coverage.
Work-life Balance with Flexible Schedules: Achieve balance with the option of 4-day workweeks at many locations.
Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans: Secure your retirement with our extensive plans, allowing tax deferral up to $46,000 - $61,000 per year.
State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years: Plan for a secure future with our fast-vesting pension benefits (more 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.
Rewarding Work with an Underserved / Underprivileged Population: Positively impact lives while growing professionally.
Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule: Enjoy ample time away from work for relaxation and personal pursuits.
Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams: Join a supportive environment fostering professional growth and collaboration.
Safety and Security: Our professional, well-trained Correctional Officers ensure a safe working environment.
Potential NHSC Loan Repayment: Qualify for loan repayment, depending on your assignment location.
Dedicated Assistance with Visa Sponsorship & Relocation Assistance: We're here to help with your California transition, whether you’re moving here for the first time of moving across state.
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PO Box 588500, Elk Grove, CA 95758
CDCR/CCHCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer