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This vacancy is for current, State civil service employees looking for an additional position. This is a limited term/temporary appointment.
Applications are being accepted from rank and file staff currently licensed in one of the following classifications:

• Consulting Psychologist (7620)
• Psychologist (Health Facility - Clinical - Safety) (9873)
• Sexually Violent Predator Evaluator (7621)
• Sr. Psychologist, (Health Facility) (Spec) (9839)

The Psychologist will be directed by the Chief Psychologist and/or Senior Psychologist, Supervisor of the Psychology Department at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

• Complete Admission Psychological Assessment (APA) for patients to further delineate and clarify psychiatric and psychological diagnoses.
• Conduct intellectual and cognitive assessments of all patients when clinically indicated.
• Conduct psychological assessments.
• Responsible for creating and monitoring behavioral interventions.
• Provide timely feedback to the patient, the results of psychological assessments and evaluations, and complete appropriate documentation of this interaction.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions

• This position may require periodic work behind the Secured Treatment Area (STA).
• This position is limited term and will expire on 9/28/2026, but can be ended at any time.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PSYCHOLOGIST (HEALTH FACILITY - CLINICAL - SAFETY)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-513938
Position #(s):
455-000-9873-XXX
Working Title:
Psychologist - Additional Position
Classification:
PSYCHOLOGIST (HEALTH FACILITY - CLINICAL - SAFETY) $62.36 - $76.57
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
San Luis Obispo County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
11 Month Limited Term, Intermittent - 1500 Hours
Facility:
DSH - Atascadero
Department Information The Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings, and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.
Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero/Psychology_Careers.html
Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Licensed Psychologist: CA Board of Psychology License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

The Medical Staff of DSH-Atascadero requires Psychologist candidates meet the Medical Staff criteria for allied health professional privileging set forth in the facility bylaws. Candidates applying must submit the required documents listed under the Required Application Documents Section.
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 or LEAP 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
DSH - Atascadero Postal
Attn: DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
PO Box 7005
Atascadero , CA 93423-7005
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of State Hospitals
DSH - Atascadero Drop Off
DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
10333 El Camino Real
Atascadero , CA 93422
Building 105 - Drop box for after hours
08:00 AM - 04:30 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.
• Other -
  Candidates must include a copy of their current CV that includes months and years of experience.
• Other -
  Candidates must include a formal Letter of Interest (LOI) outlining their experience working with the mentally ill for a period of 6 months or more.
• Other -
  You MUST include transcripts from a doctoral institution.
• Other -
  Candidates must include a copy of their graduate diploma

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits Additional benefits will not be provided due to this being a secondary position.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero/Psychology_Careers.html
Hiring Unit Contact:
DSH-Atascadero Employment Office
(805) 468-3384
ASHEmployment@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:
Pearl Melena
(805) 468-2007
Pearl.Melena@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.
Additional Information

• Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
• Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted. Scanned, copied, or faxed applications will not be accepted.
• Only applications from the following classifications will be considered for this advertisement:
  • Consulting Psychologist
  • Psychologist (Health Facility - Clinical - Safety)
  • Sexually Violent Predator Evaluator
  • Sr. Psychologist, (Health Facility) (Specialist)
• Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.
• This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.

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.