Psychiatrist

California Correctional Health Care Services
, California United States  View Map
Posted: Nov 07, 2024
  • Salary: See Job Description USD Annually
  • Salary Top:$471,564
  • Apply By: Feb 05, 2025
  • Full Time
  • CORRECTIONS
  • Human and Social Services
  • Public Health
  • Other
  • Job Description

    Annual Salary Ranges:

    On-site Inpatient Unit:

    • $392,460 – $471,564 – Board Certified
    • $382,392 – $458,292 – Board Eligible

     

    On-site:

    • $347,172 – $417,156 – Board Certified
    • $338,268 – $405,408 – Board Eligible

     

    Telehealth/Headquarters:

    • $301,896 – $362,748 – Board Certified
    • $294,156 – $352,536 – Board Eligible

     

    Recruitment and Retention Bonus for clinicians newly hired with the State of CA and providing in-person care 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.

     

    Work Locations:  Wide Variety of Geographic Settings including the Northern California Coast, San Francisco Bay Area, California Capitol, and Southern California

     

    California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) is seeking proactive, knowledgeable CA-licensed psychiatrists to join our multidisciplinary teams.  Within the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s (CDCR) adult correctional facilities, you will find like-minded professionals committed to providing optimal care and honing advanced psychopharmacological skills.

     

    As a Psychiatrist, you will be an integral member of an Interdisciplinary Treatment Team which includes other psychiatrists, psychologists, and clinical social workers. In general, you will perform psychiatric evaluations, participate in treatment planning and case reviews, prescribe medications, and provide crisis intervention and psychotherapy. You will also provide consultations and training in treatment approaches to both clinical and custody staff of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team.

     

    At CDCR/CCHCS, you can expect:

    • Work-life Balance with Flexible Schedules, including 4-day workweeks at many locations
    • No Insurance, Worker’s Comp, or Disability Paperwork
    • Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams within a Community of Colleagues
    • Generous medication formulary with no stimulants to manage
    • Rewarding Work with an Underserved/Underprivileged Population
    • Safety and Security provided by professional, well-trained Correctional Officers

     

    Benefits of Working with CDCR/CCHCS:

    • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Essential healthcare needs covered for you and your family.
    • Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule: Ample time for rest and personal pursuits.
    • Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans: Secure your future with tax-deferred retirement plans allowing you to defer up to $46,000 - $61,000 per year.
    • State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years: Long-term security with benefits that start in just five years (more details at CalPERS.ca.gov).
    • Annual Stipend of $2,500/year for CME costs and Annual Allocation of 56 hours for CME: Invest in your professional development with our Continuing Medical Education benefits.
    • Potential PSLF and NHSC Loan Repayment: You could be eligible for significant loan repayment through PSLF and, depending on your location, NHSC.
    • Paid license, and DEA renewal: And no need for malpractice insurance as a State employee.
    • Relocation Assistance: If you're new to state service in California, we’ve got the cost of your move covered.
    • Dedicated Assistance with Visa Sponsorship: We support your work visa needs.

    About Us:

    California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) is dedicated to enhancing public safety and promoting successful community reintegration through education, treatment, and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Our mission is to facilitate the successful reintegration of individuals in our care back into their communities, equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society.

     

    Ready to join an organization where you can be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to achieving social justice through comprehensive mental health care?  Submit your interest now!

    EOE.

  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • California Correctional Health Care Services
    • California Correctional Health Care Services

    California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) was established to oversee and provide a constitutionally appropriate level of health care in all adult prisons operated by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation throughout California. To fulfill this mission, we have improved our day-to-day health care operations ensuring that our patients have timely access to safe, efficient medical, dental, and mental health care.

    CCHCS is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace. From recruitment to career advancement to the delivery of care, we are committed to ensuring our actions reflect our values — and the rich diversity of the California people and communities in which we live and work. We are proud to foster inclusion and representation in all levels of CCHCS. We work cooperatively with team members and others to enable CCHCS to provide the highest level of service possible.

     

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