California Correctional Health Care Services

  • Clinical Social Worker

  • California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS)
  • , California United States View Map

Annual Salary Ranges:

$111,828 – $126,828 (Licensed)

$104,136 – $117,888 (Pre-Licensed)

 

Clinical Social Workers providing in-person care in an inpatient unit will receive:

$126,348 – $145,848 (Licensed)

$117,636 – $135,576 (Pre-Licensed)


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% Recruitment and Retention bonus for the first 7 years of their employment, increasing by 1% year over year, maxing at a 7% bonus by year 7. 

 

Clinical Social Workers 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 CDCR/CCHCS 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.

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

Join California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) as a Clinical Social Worker and make a difference while enjoying competitive salary and great State of California benefits.

In this role, you will:

  • 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 of Working with CDCR/CCHCS:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Ensure your and your family's health with full coverage.
  • Work-life Balance with Flexible Schedules: Achieve balance with the option of 4-day workweeks at many locations.
  • Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans: Secure your retirement with our extensive plans, allowing tax deferral up to $46,000 - $61,000 per year.
  • State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years: Plan for a secure future with our fast-vesting pension benefits (more at www.CalPERS.ca.gov).
  • CE Annual Stipend of $500/year, Licensed Renewal Reimbursement, and Bi-Annual Allocation of 36 hours for CE: Invest in your professional development with our Continuing Education benefits.
  • Rewarding Work with an Underserved / Underprivileged Population: Positively impact lives while growing professionally.
  • Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule: Enjoy ample time away from work for relaxation and personal pursuits.
  • Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams: Join a supportive environment fostering professional growth and collaboration.
  • Safety and Security: Our professional, well-trained Correctional Officers ensure a safe working environment.
  • Potential NHSC Loan Repayment: Qualify for loan repayment, depending on your assignment location.
  • Dedicated Assistance with Visa Sponsorship & Relocation Assistance: We're here to help with your California transition, whether you’re moving here for the first time of moving across state.

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!
 

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California Correctional Health Care Services

California Correctional Health Care Services

877-793-4473

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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