SENIOR PSYCHIATRIST (SUPERVISOR)

Senior Psychiatrist (Supervisor)

Department of State Hospitals

$25,849.00 - $31,458.00 per Month

Job Posting: Senior Psychiatrist (Supervisor)

Department of State Hospitals

$25,849.00 - $31,458.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 11/18/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Print Job Save Job

Job Description and Duties

Board Certified up to $434,120 Annual Base Salary Board Eligible up to $423,991 Annual Base Salary ** Above salaries include 15% pay differential ** The Senior Psychiatrist (Supervisor) will be directed by the Chief Psychiatrist in the Medical Staff Department at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

• Direct clinical supervision of the psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners under the direction of the Chief Psychiatrist and Medical Director.
• Assure that performance standards of psychiatric practice conform to hospital policy, Department of State Hospitals (DSH) policy, Medical Staff standards, and relevant State laws.
• Compliance shall be reflected in timely, accurate, and appropriate employee annual clinical performance evaluations that reflect essential duties as stated in the duty statement.
• Monitor clinical performance of each new psychiatrist and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner using direct observation and information provided from the proctor and/or mentor and assure that clinical performance reflects the field's standard of care.
• Applies and demonstrates knowledge of correct methods in Therapeutic Strategies and Interventions (TSI). Assist in the maintenance of a safe and secure environment through response to physical assaults, escape attempts or other major patient disturbance, and assist in the management of the conduct of the patients.
• Performs the duties of the staff psychiatrist when necessitated by absences, as required.
• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission and State Licensing standards.
• Monitor the performance of program psychiatrists under Joint Commission, State Licensing, and Medical Staff By-Laws standards.
• Utilizing analysis of performance data, provide individualized guidance and direction to psychiatrists to assist them in achieving and maintaining established professional standards of quality and performance.

Eligibility: To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on a certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. **It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications.** If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.

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

Working Conditions

• This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).
• This position is In-Office with the option of one (1) day of telework per week.
• An alternate work schedule of 4 / 10 hour days is available.
• No weekends required.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR PSYCHIATRIST (SUPERVISOR)

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-536226

Position #(s): 455-501-7609-001

Working Title: Senior Psychiatrist (Supervisor)

Classification: SENIOR PSYCHIATRIST (SUPERVISOR) $25,849.00 - $30,724.00 U $26,409.00 - $31,458.00 V

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: San Luis Obispo County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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.

Special Requirements

The Medical Staff of Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero requires Senior Psychiatrist, Supervisor candidates meet the Medical Staff criteria for privileging set forth in the facility Bylaws.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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: 11/18/2026

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 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 available 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 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 attach a copy of your current CV.

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

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision)
• Work life balance (some positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a