Clinical Social Worker

About The Position

California Correctional Health Care Services Clinical Social Worker Telehealth/Headquarters/Onsite

Annual Salary Ranges

• Licensed: $111,828 – $126,828
• Pre-Licensed: $104,136 – $117,888
• Licensed (in-person inpatient care): $126,348 – $145,848
• Pre-Licensed (in-person inpatient care): $117,636 – $135,576

Bonuses

• Recruitment and Retention Bonus: Clinical Social Workers newly hired with CDCR/CCHCS and providing in-person care at a facility 50% or more of their time will receive a 1% bonus for the first 7 years, increasing by 1% year over year, maxing at 7% by year 7.
• New State Hire Bonus: Clinical Social Workers newly hired with the State of CA are eligible for 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 may be eligible for 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:

• Mule Creek State Prison (Ione)
• High Desert State Prison (Susanville/Reno)
• California Correctional Health Care Facility (Stockton)
• California State Prison, Sacramento (Represa)
• Substance Abuse Treatment Facility (Corcoran)
• California Correctional Institution (Tehachapi)

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and summarize case information to use in diagnosis, treatment, and dispositional release
• Diagnose and/or collaborate in the formulation of a diagnosis
• Develop, monitor, and modify treatment plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary treatment team
• Provide assessments, group therapy, and collateral conferences
• Document and evaluate patients' progress in treatment
• Coordinate placement with community resources for patients returning to their communities

Minimum Qualifications

• California licensure (pre-licensed CSWs may be appointed, but will be required to obtain licensure)
• Master's degree from an accredited school of social work, approved by the Council on Social Work Education

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Work-life Balance with Flexible Schedules (including 4-day workweeks at many locations)
• Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans (tax deferral up to $46,000 – $61,000 per year)
• State of CA Retirement that vests in five years (more at www.CalPERS.ca.gov)
• CE Annual Stipend of $500/year, Licensed Renewal Reimbursement, and Bi-Annual Allocation of 36 hours for CE
• Rewarding Work with an Underserved/Underprivileged Population
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
• Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams
• Safety and Security (professional, well-trained Correctional Officers ensure a safe working environment)
• Potential NHSC Loan Repayment (depending on assignment location)
• Dedicated Assistance with Visa Sponsorship & Relocation Assistance

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.

Learn more and apply now at https://cswmentalhealth.cacorrectionalhealthcare.com/