Clinical Social Worker

Position : Clinical Social Worker 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.

$108,576–$123,132 (Licensed) $101,100–$114,456 (Pre-Licensed)

Clinical Social Workers providing in-person care in an inpatient

unit will receive : $124,862–$141,601 (Licensed) $116,265–$131,624

(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. Additional Benefits of

Practicing with CDCR / CCHCS But increased salaries are just the

beginning – our clinical social workers also receive comprehensive

State of California benefits, including : 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

State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years : Plan for a secure

future with our fast-vesting pension benefits (more at 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. Take the first step and submit your CV

to MedCareers@cdcr.ca.gov or apply directly to this posting today!

EOE Department Information The California Department of Corrections

and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health

Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and

culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire

more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees

from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal

experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive

collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of

the Department. CDCR / 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. CDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the

California Model which will transform the correctional landscape

for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a

systemwide change that leverages national and international best

practices to address longstanding challenges related to

incarceration and institution working conditions, creating a safe,

professional, and satisfying workplace for staff as well as

rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California

Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry

efforts back into to the community. Department Website :