Sr. Psychologist, Specialist - Additional Position

Job Description and Duties

• 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)
• Sexually Violent Predator Evaluator (7621)
• Sr. Psychologist, (Health Facility) (Spec) (9839)
• The Sr. Psychologist (Specialist) will be directed by the Senior Psychology Supervisor and Senior Psychiatrist Supervisor of the Forensic Department at the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:
• Performing forensic evaluation as needed and assigned, pursuant to PC2962 (MDO certification appeals, placement evaluations and annual evaluations), PC2972 (MDO extensions), PC 1026.2, PC 1026.5, PC 1026(f), PC 1370, WIC 6500, WIC 6600, LPS, and WIC 5404.
• Providing expert testimony when needed for the Board of Parole Hearings and the Superior Courts of California.
• Maintain an on-going understanding of current case-law and apply this to court testimony.
• You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Minimum Requirements

• SENIOR PSYCHOLOGIST (HEALTH FACILITY) (SPECIALIST)

Additional Documents

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Position #(s)

Classification

# of Positions

Work Location

• San Luis Obispo County

Telework

Job Type

Facility

Department Information

Special Requirements

• 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 Sr. 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.
• 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
• 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:
• 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 - You MUST include a copy of your current CV that includes months and years of experience.
• Other - You MUST include a formal letter of interest outlining your experience working with the mentally ill for a period of 6 months or more.
• Other - You MUST include transcripts from a doctoral institution.
• Other - You MUST include a copy of your graduate diploma with your application.

Benefits

• Additional benefits will not be provided due to it being a secondary position.

Contact Information

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer