Psychologist

Patton State Hospital, Human Resources Department, is accepting applications for at least one (1) Permanent, Full-time Psychologist-Health Facility-Clinical-Safety positions. The Psychologist works under the administrative direction and clinical direction of the Chief Psychologist and the local Senior Psychologist Supervisor.


Psychologists are critical members of an interdisciplinary treatment team in a dynamic forensic psychiatric inpatient setting serving patients with a range of diagnoses, levels of functioning, and forensic commitments. Psychologists contribute to the team and hospital at-large through their specialized skills in assessment, treatment, and consultation.


Assessment: Psychologists at DSH-Patton regularly complete psychological intake assessments, which help to guide treatment focused on patient forensic discharge goals. There are opportunities for providing psychological assessments during any point in a patient's commitment to assist with treatment progress. This is an excellent setting for assessment-focused psychologists who want to work in a forensic setting, and there are ample opportunities to conduct assessments involving neurocognitive measures, personality testing (e.g., MMPI-3 and PAI), suicide risk assessments, and violence risk assessments. Regular training is provided regarding various assessment measures and best-practices for implementing them in a forensic setting. Psychologists conduct annual violence risk assessments using a structured professional judgment approach guided by the HCR-20-V3 or START. Psychologists also conduct assessments for more acute risk of harm to self and others using instruments such as the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (CSSRS) and Dynamic Appraisal of Symptoms of Aggression (DASA). In coordination with our Forensic Evaluation Department, psychologists on competence to stand trial units assist with screening for symptom validity and performance validity.


Forensic Treatment: Psychologists use data collected through their assessments to apply evidence-based individual and group treatments focused on facilitating patient progress toward forensic discharge goals (e.g., competency restoration, reduction of violence risk). There are opportunities to provide forensic treatment to patients committed under various commitment codes, including Incompetent to Stand Trial, Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity, and Offenders with a Mental Disorder. Psychologists develop, implement, and facilitate behavior treatment plans. They serve as behavioral consultants to clinical and nursing staff. They assist with crisis management on treatment units. Psychologists also develop and implement behavioral interventions for high-risk medical refusers. As a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, Psychologists document psychological services, assist in preparation of treatment plans, and write progress notes for patients on their caseloads as required. Monthly notes are completed for patients who are receiving psychotherapy services, and quarterly notes are completed as clinically indicated. Psychologists complete the Psychology section of the Special Incident Report (SIR) for behavioral SIRs.


Consultation: Psychologists at DSH-Patton frequently consult with a variety of key stakeholders within the hospital and outside agencies as needed. This is a dynamic position that requires consultation with the team psychiatrist and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient care and progress toward forensic discharge goals. These positions involve collaboration with the interdisciplinary team in scheduled treatment team meetings, progress reviews, and dispositional meetings, as well as attendance in morning meetings and other unit-based meetings. Psychologist also regularly consult with forensic evaluators in the Forensic Evaluation Department, and Psychologists have opportunities to serve as expert witnesses who provide court testimony regarding their patients' progress in treatment.


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

Working Conditions


Patton is a forensic psychiatric hospital and was established in 1890 and opened in 1893. DSH-Patton provides treatment to forensically and civilly committed patients within a secure treatment area. The hospital does not accept voluntary admissions.


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-512625


Position #(s):
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Working Title:
Psychologist


Classification:
PSYCHOLOGIST (HEALTH FACILITY - CLINICAL - SAFETY) $9,157.00 - $10,951.00 U
$10,809.00 - $13,272.00 V
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.


# of Positions:
1


Work Location:
San Bernardino County


Telework:
In Office


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Patton


Department Information
DSH - Patton
3102 E. Highland Avenue
Patton, CA 92369

Department Website:


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.

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Examination/ Employment Application (STD. 678) including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week , and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.


A completed STD. 678 and any other relevant documents (e.g., unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers account. Please reference Job Control # (512625) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.


Complete Application Packages (including your STD. 678 and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareers account at . Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.

Unless there is a specific request to be notified via USPS mail, our main contact will be via email. Email correspondence regarding this job posting will primarily come from View email address on click.appcast.io . 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.


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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 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 - Patton
N/A
Attn: Human Resources Employment Unit
Exam/Hiring Unit
3102 E. Highland Ave
Patton , CA 92369


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 - Patton
HR Employment Unit
3102 East Highland Avenue


Patton , CA 92369
HR is closed on weekends and holidays
07:00 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 -
  A Curriculum Vitae (CV) should be attached to your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered for interview.
  

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:
The DSH-Patton Department of Psychology is a large department with many opportunities for collaborating with other psychologists. This is an excellent environment for psychologists who enjoy learning and developing their professional skills. We have an active training program that includes practicum students, doctoral interns, and postdoctoral fellows. Our internship has been accredited by the APA since 1964, and our training programs regularly attract a talented group of trainees who are integral members of our department. Psychologists have opportunities to supervise trainees at the various levels and to participate in this active learning environment. Trainings are regularly provided to Psychologists from experts in the field on topics related to psychological assessment, treatment, and forensic mental health. Although prior forensic experience is not required for a Psychologist position, strong clinical conceptualization skills related to assessment and treatment with Severe Mental Illness (SMI) is strongly preferred.



Benefits
Please review the Benefits Summary that may also be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. You will find information on the benefits afforded by membership in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act, and salary ranges and a summary of the Psychologist classification.


Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources - Employment Unit
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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:
Rachel Guerrero
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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.