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Form of work****PLEASE NOTE THE SALARY LISTED REFLECTS FULL-TIME WAGE, THIS POST IS FOR A 2/5 POSITION****
The Department of State Hospitals-Napa, has a vacancy for a Senior Psychologist (Specialist). The Senior Psychologist (Specialist) conducts forensic evaluations, authors forensic reports and provides expert witness testimony as statutorily required. Forensic evaluations include the assessments of patients committed to the hospital pursuant to Penal Codes 1370 (competency to stand trial), 1026 (not guilty by reason of insanity) and 2972 (offenders with mental health disorders). Other duties and responsibilities include violence risk assessments and determining the appropriateness for conditional outpatient release.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Multiple cut-off dates are set for application submission: February 18, 2024, March 10, 2024, March 31, 2024 and April 21, 2024. Applications received after a cut-off date will be processed for the next cut-off date listed.
Applications may be screened and only the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview. This position will be filled pending budget approval.
You must first obtain eligibility in order to apply for this job vacancy. Obtaining list eligibility is a separate process. You can view the requirements and take the exam for list eligibility by visiting: CalCareers
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- SENIOR PSYCHOLOGIST (HEALTH FACILITY) (SPECIALIST)
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-414606
Position #(s):
480-461-9839-003
Working Title:
Senior Psychologist (Specialist) - Forensics Dept
Classification:
SENIOR PSYCHOLOGIST (HEALTH FACILITY) (SPECIALIST) $10,257.00 - $13,201.00 U
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Napa County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Part Time - 2/5 Time
Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Napa
Department Information
Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.
Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov
Application Instructions
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: Until Filled
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
Attn: Exams & Hiring Unit
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.
Napa , CA 94558
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of State Hospitals
Exams & Hiring Unit
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.
Napa , CA 94558
08:00 AM - 05:00 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.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Free parking
Free on-site gym
On-site childcare
Electric charging stations
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Kimberly Silva
(707) 253-5953
Kimberly.Silva@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:
Tiffani Emerson-Morris
(707) 253-5562
tiffani.emersonmorris@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.
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.
