State Worker Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

*This classification is subject to Section 5, Hiring-Above-Minimum (HAM) Authorization of the California State Civil Service Pay Scales.
The authorized HAM minimum rate for this classification is $8, 265 (Range U - Unlicensed/ASW) and $8,876 (Range V - Licensed/LCSW).**
This position is located at Coalinga State Hospital.
Works as a member of an interdisciplinary team; provides recovery oriented treatment groups, therapeutic interventions, and other social services; assists the treatment team in evaluating patients' readiness for release; works as liaison between Conditional Release, family, community, other stakeholders and the team.
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**For more information regarding the duties for this particular classification, please refer to the Duty Statement attached to this bulletin**
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
The employee is required to work any shift and schedule in a variety of settings throughout the hospital and may be required to work overtime and float to other work locations as determined by the operational needs of the hospital. All employees are required to have an annual health review and repeat health reviews whenever necessary to ascertain that they are free from symptoms indicating the presence of infection and are able to safely perform their essential job duties.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER (HEALTH/CORRECTIONAL FACILITY) - SAFETY

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-519698
Position #(s):
437-000-9872-XXX
Working Title:
Clinical Social Worker
Classification:
CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER (HEALTH/CORRECTIONAL FACILITY) - SAFETY $8,265.00 - $10,066.00
Minimum Rate includes authorized Hire Above Minumum (HAM) rate:
$8,265.00 - $9,387.00 -- Range U
$8,876.00 - $10,066.00 -- Range V
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:
Fresno County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Coalinga
Department Information
DSH-Coalinga opened in 2005 and began treating forensically committed patients, mostly of which are sexually violent predators. It is a self-contained psychiatric hospital constructed with a security perimeter. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) provides perimeter security as well as transportation of patients to outside medical services and court proceedings.
All state civil service employees are currently subject to a mandatory Personal Leave Program (PLP). The PLP program reduces the monthly gross salary but provides PLO leave credits in lieu of pay. The amount of salary reduction depends on the classification and associated union Bargaining Unit (BU). The BU that represents this position is BU19 - American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). The expected salary reduction will be 3% of the salary identified above, and you will accrue approximately 5 hours of PLP each qualifying pay period. Incumbents will be subject to the PLP salary reduction and leave accruals through June 30, 2027
Department Website: www.dsh.ca.gov
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.

To be considered for this Job Opportunity, applicants must have permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM . Please visit the CalHR website to find information on the Clinical Social Worker Exam (Exams scores must be posted before the Final Filing Date).
The Exam Bulletin is located on the CalCareer Website:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4884
Please copy and paste the link into your web browser to access the Exam Bulletin.
This advertisement may also be used to fill future vacancies for positions that are of the same classification and same tenure/time base if the vacancy occurs while this job posting is active.
Unless otherwise requested by the candidate, all communications and correspondence regarding this recruitment from our agency will be sent electronically via your CalCareers account and/or email listed on your State Application, STD. 678. It is the applicant's responsibility to check their email inbox, including junk/spam emails for any correspondence regarding their application status. In addition, applicants are encouraged to keep their CalCareers profile updated with a current telephone number, mailing address, and email.
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
Coalinga State Hospital
Attn: Exams & Hiring Unit - Human Resources AB-253
PO Box 5002
Coalinga , CA 93210
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of State Hospitals
Department of State Hospitals - Coalinga
Exams & Hiring Unit - Human Resources AB-253
24511 W. Jayne Ave.
Coalinga , CA 93210-5002
08:00 AM - 04:15 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.

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.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Demonstrated ability to maintain professional therapeutic relationships with patients, to assist them with problem solving, and to teach/model principles of the norm of non-violence. Demonstrates good staff/patient boundaries and monitors and assists others to help them maintain theirs.
Knowledge of SVP Commitments (WIC 6600), PC 2684 and PC 2972 Commitments.
Knowledge of DSM-IV TR and DM V based mental illnesses and evidence based skills/interventions
Please note, transcripts are required with the submission of your State application. The transcripts may be unofficial and only need to contain the educational information pertaining to your completed Master's program in Social Work. Applications without transcripts will not be accepted.
Coalinga State Hospital is accepting applications for this re cruitment continuously. This advertisement will re main posted until the position(s) have been filled. Cut-off-date for this re cruitment is as follows:
June 12, 2026
June 26, 2026
July 10, 2026
July 24, 2026
August 7, 2026
August 21, 2026
September 4, 2026
September 18, 2026
October 2, 2026
October 16, 2026
October 30, 2026
Applications will be processed by each established cutoff date. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and have eligibility by the application re ceived date to be invited to participate in the next available scheduled interview and/or processed for conditional hire.
Benefits The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package. Details can be found on the California Department of Human Resources website: http://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: www.dsh.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Cassandra Leon
(559) 935-7138
cassandra.leon@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:
Natalie Osekowsky
(559) 935-7215
natalie.osekowsky@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.
Relocation Reimbursement
Reimbursement for relocation expenses are available up to $1,000 pursuant to operational needs and fund availability. Reimbursement amounts and per diem rates will be based on the candidate's prospective classification as outlined in the bargaining unit agreement of the CalHR rules.
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.