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Form of workDSH-Napa is currently accepting applications for a permanent full-time Senior Psychologist Specialist, Neuropsychologist. This position offers a 50% telework option (i.e., half of your work week can be completed remotely).
Desirable Qualifications for applicants include:
1) Completion of an earned doctorate in clinical psychology or neuropsychology.
2) Completion of two years of formal Neuropsychology training. (i.e., completion of a two-year, post-doctoral fellowship in neuropsychology or a one-year, full time pre-doctoral internship in neuropsychology and a one year post-doctoral internship or fellowship in neuropsychology).
3) Applicants from diverse backgrounds, particularly those who are fluent in and can conduct evaluations in Spanish are strongly encouraged to apply.
Note : It is recommended that the candidate possess a Psychologist license in the State of California. Unlicensed candidate may be appointed but must secure a license within 4 years and may be waived for an additional year but not to exceed 5 years.
Special Request for Work Sample : Please attach a redacted copy of one of your neuropsychological assessment reports along with your application.
Competitive applicants will have experience conducting neuropsychological assessment evaluations with people who are severely mentally ill and being treated in acute inpatient and/or forensic settings. The ability to conduct culturally informed neuropsychological assessments with traumatized and/or marginalized minority populations and the ability to provide consultative feedback to unit staff is highly desirable.
For more information, please contact Dr. Julie Winn, Chief of Psychologist at 707-253-5840 or e-mail at DSHNapaPsychologyDepartment@dsh.ca.gov
If you are interested, you may submit your STD 678 state application to the Human Resources - Examination/Hiring Unit - Wilkins Cottage.
Please be certain that your application package is thorough and completely describes your work experience. Applications will be screened and only the most competitive candidates will be invited for an interview. Failure to include necessary documents may also exclude you from the hiring process.
Multiple cut-off dates are set for application submission: August 3, 2023, August 25, 2023, September 21, 2023, October 12, 2023, November 3, 2023, and November 28, 2023. Applications received after a cut-off date will be processed for the next cut-off.
To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:
- You must complete the STD 678 Employment Application in its entirety and include, " Senior Psychologist (Specialist) - Neuropsychologist - JC - 383465 " in the "Job Title(s)" section of the application.
- Duties Performed and Supervisor's name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678 - Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD 678
- Foreign transcripts must be evaluated and submitted with application STD 678
- Attach a copy of proof of degree or transcript
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-383465
Position #(s):
480-463-9839-600
Working Title:
Senior Psychologist Specialist, Neuropsychologist
Classification:
SENIOR PSYCHOLOGIST (HEALTH FACILITY) (SPECIALIST) $9,958.00 - $11,651.00 U
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Napa County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full 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.
All Hospital Locations:
Effective March 1, 2022, in accordance with CDPH State Public Health Order of December 22, 2021, hospital workforce members currently eligible for booster doses must have received their booster dose.
- If you are fully vaccinated, you must provide evidence of vaccination prior to your start date.
- If you are not fully vaccinated, you have the option to receive a vaccine from one of the State Hospitals prior to your start date.
- If you are not fully vaccinated and choose to complete a request for an exemption, you must submit this exemption and receive approval prior to your start date.
- If you are not yet eligible for a booster, you must be in compliance no later than 15 days after the recommended timeframe for receiving the booster dose.
All State Hospital Locations:
Please note that start dates will be dependent upon if and when proof of vaccination or exemption requirements are submitted timely and approved.
Face Coverings
While working on-site, employees must follow current face covering guidance as issued by CDPH.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/napa
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: Exam and Hiring Unit - Wilkins Cottage
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
Exam and Hiring Unit - Wilkins Cottage
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.
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
- Other -
You must first establish eligibility by successfully passing the examination. The link is provided below for the online exam. Please read the bulletin in its entirety and follow the "How to Apply" Section. Contact Information is on page 6 of the exam bulletin.
Senior Psychologist (Spec) 5MH69
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/napa
Human Resources Contact:
Tess Oracion
(707) 253-5756
Teresita.Oracion@dsh.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Julie Winn
(707) 253-5840
julie.winn@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.
