CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
The Permanent/Full Time Psychologist (Health Facility – Clinical – Safety) will be directed by the Chief Psychologist and/or Senior Psychologist, Supervisor. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:
• Completing an Admission Psychological Assessment (APA) to further delineate and clarify psychiatric and psychological diagnoses
• Conducting intellectual and cognitive assessments of all patients when clinically indicated
• Conducting psychological assessments
• Responsible for creating and monitoring behavioral interventions
• Providing timely feedback to the patient, the results of psychological assessments and evaluations and completing appropriate documentation of this interaction
• Delivering treatment services
• Performing treatment team duties
• If qualified, licensed Psychologists, provide clinical supervision to pre-doctoral interns and unlicensed professionals as requested by the Chief Psychologist
In order to be considered for this job vacancy, you must satisfy one of the following requirements:
1. BE LIST ELIGIBLE: Successfully complete the competitive State civil service exam pertaining to this classification at www.surveymonkey.com/r/dsh9873-1, OR
2. BE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE: Have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable (employees who wish to be considered based on transfer eligibility must meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250), OR
3. BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE: Have obtained previous permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.
*Minimum qualifications will be verified prior to being scheduled for an interview. Please provide proof of minimum qualifications with your application submission, which may include a copy of your unofficial college transcripts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: License: Possession of a valid license as a Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology and possession of an earned Doctorate Degree in Psychology from an educational institution meeting the criteria of Section 2914 of the Medical Board of California's Business and Professions Code AND Possession of the education and experience for the appropriate specialty (Clinical, Counseling, Educational, Experimental, or Social) as outlined in Section 1396 of the Board of Psychology's Regulations. Individuals who do not qualify for licensure by the California Board of Psychology or who are in the process of securing this license will be admitted into the examination and may be appointed, but must secure a valid license within three years of an appointment or the employment shall be terminated. For persons employed less than full time, an extension of a waiver of licensure may be granted for additional years proportional to the extent of part-time employment, as long as the person is employed without interruption in service, but in no case shall the waiver exceed five years. (Unlicensed individuals who are recruited from outside the State of California and who qualify for licensure may take the examination and may be appointed for a maximum of two years at which time licensure shall have been obtained or the employment shall be terminated. Additionally, they must take the licensure examination at the earliest possible date after the date of employment.)
Education: Completion of all requirements for a Doctoral Degree in Psychology from a recognized college or university with specialization in clinical or child clinical psychology. [Graduates of foreign universities, except Canadian, and graduates of unaccredited universities must meet the educational requirements for State licensure as a Psychologist as evidenced by a written statement from the California Board of Psychology and possession of an earned Doctorate Degree in Psychology from an educational institution meeting the criteria of Section 2914 of the Medical Board of California's Business and Professions Code. This statement will also be required to determine the sufficiency of an academic specialty believed equivalent to those mentioned here.]
*If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant’s name may be removed from the eligibility list.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-243691
Position #(s): 455-211-9873-VAR
Working Title: CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST - ATASCADERO
Classification: PSYCHOLOGIST (HEALTH FACILITY - CLINICAL - SAFETY)
$7,819.00 - $8,502.00 U
Salary shown is from the State of California Civil Service Pay Scale and may be subject to a reduction due to collective bargaining. Additional information regarding appointment salary is available upon receipt of a contingent job offer.
$9,231.00 - $10,303.00 V
Salary shown is from the State of California Civil Service Pay Scale and may be subject to a reduction due to collective bargaining. Additional information regarding appointment salary is available upon receipt of a contingent job offer.
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: San Luis Obispo County
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Facility: DSH - Atascadero
Department Information
The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce. For more information about the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero, go to www.dsh.ca.gov/atascadero .
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Medical Staff of DSH-Atascadero requires Psychology candidates meet the Medical Staff criteria for privileging set forth in the facility Bylaws. Candidates who are applying for both licensed and unlicensed positions must submit the items listed in the Required Application Documents below.
In addition, candidates must have completed an American Psychological Association (APA) or Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Center (APPIC) accredited doctoral program and internship. Applicants who do not possess the required APA/APPIC doctoral program or accredited internship can solicit a petition of waiver from the Chair of Psychology. It is incumbent upon the applicant to provide a cover letter including the rationale for the requested waiver based upon their training and experience. Please note that candidates requesting the waiver will be assessed in full by the Department of Psychology Credentials Committee for fitness in meeting the Medical Staff Bylaws criteria.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 4/15/2021
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero
Attn: Employment Office
P.O. Box 7005
Atascadero, CA 93423-7005
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero
Employment Office
10333 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Other - You must include a copy of your current CV that includes months and years of experience.
- Other - You must include a formal letter of interest outlining experience working with the mentally ill for a period of 6 months or more.
- Other - You must include two example patient reports with all patient identifiers redacted.
- Other - You must include transcripts from a doctoral institution and a copy of your graduate diploma with your application.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits
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Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/
Hiring Unit Contact:
DSH-Atascadero Employment Office
(805) 468-3384
ashemployment@dsh.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Stephan Saunders
(805) 468-2007
stephan.saunders@dsh.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
All interested candidates must submit a Standard State Application Form (STD. 678), with original signature, and indicate the Permanent/Full Time Psychologist (Health Facility-Clinical-Safety) AND 455-211-9873-VAR AND JC-243691 in the Examination/Job Title Section AND include a copy of your current CV that includes months and years of experience; a formal letter of interest outlining experience working with the mentally ill for a period of 6 months or more; two example patient reports with all patient identifiers redacted; transcripts from a doctoral institution and a copy of your graduate diploma with your application.
*Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted. Scanned, copied or faxed applications will not be accepted.
*Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.
*Any limited-term appointments may transition in to a permanent appointment.
Additional Information
Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.
This position requires candidates to take and pass a Drug Screening Test. You will be required to take and pass the drug screening test prior to being hired.
This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.