Description
Position: Senior Psychologist (Specialist)
Location: California Medical Facility, Vacaville, CA
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.
$175,596 – CA Licensed (onsite, in-person care)
$201,935 – CA Licensed (onsite, in-person care within an Inpatient Unit)
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 CCHCS/CDCR 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
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: Secure your retirement with our extensive plans and generous tax deferrals.
- State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years: Plan for a secure future with our fast-vesting pension benefits (more at CalPERS.ca.gov).
- Clinical Supervision and Licensure Exam Support for Unlicensed Staff: Receive structured clinical supervision to support professional growth and licensure preparation.
- Stipend for Providing Clinical Supervision to Unlicensed Staff: Licensed clinicians who supervise unlicensed team members are eligible for a stipend.
- Opportunities for Free Continuing Education: Access complimentary continuing education courses that support licensure, skill development, and career advancement.
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule: Ensure ample time off for relaxation and personal activities.
- 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 submit your CV to MedCareers@cdcr.ca.gov or apply directly to this posting today!
EOE
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.
