GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT

Graduate Student Assistant

• Masters Social Work Intern Department of State Hospitals

JC-519601

• Graduate Student Assistant
• Masters Social Work Intern

GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT

$3,724.00

• $4,873.

00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

6/10/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties The Graduate Student Assistant

• Masters of Social Work Intern receives supervision from the assigned Supervising Psychiatric Social Worker in Social Work Services at the Department of State Hospitals
• Atascadero (ASH).

The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to: In a trainee capacity, participate as a team member with other treatment disciplines, provide group treatment for patients, assist program staff in evaluating patient readiness for discharge, and assess needs related to the patient's discharge to the community. Treatment and discharge planning Documentation and recording Professional, resource, and training functions Program evaluation and development Expectations for entering the internship include but are not limited to: Working on coursework towards a degree within the area of Social Work and anticipated completion of a Master's of Social Work Degree from an accredited college or university. Social Work internships are offered to eligible MSW students currently enrolled and in good standing with a CSWE accredited education program. Prior to the commencement of an internship at DSH-Atascadero, students must have successfully completed at least one previous year of internship placement or have an equivalent period of forensic mental health facility experience. Social Work students considering applying to DSH-Atascadero for internship are encouraged to discuss with their university field internship coordinator their interest. The university field internship coordinator should make contact with the Supervising Social Worker of Professional Education at DSH-Atascadero to establish a contact between agencies (if no current contract exists). Learn macro and micro levels of social work by conducting discharge planning and working with community partners. Learn to co-facilitate treatment groups. Conduct psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and documentation.

• Applicants possessing experience with adult psychiatric patients and/or prison inmates are preferred
• Follow this link for additional details: California Department of State Hospitals
• Atascadero Social Worker Internship Program.

Click on the link to complete the

Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey:

 DSH Recruitment Survey You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA). A maximum of 1500 hours worked per year is allowed for this position. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-519601

Position #(s): 455-501-4872-902

Working Title:

Graduate Student Assistant

• Masters Social Work Intern

Classification:

GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT

$3,724.00

• $4,141.00 A Salary range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Salaries for part-time and/or intermittent appointments may vary. $4,021.00
• $4,471.00 B Salary range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Salaries for part-time and/or intermittent appointments may vary. $4,167.00
• $4,679.00 C Salary range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Salaries for part-time and/or intermittent appointments may vary. $4,340.00
• $4,873.

00 D Salary range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Salaries for part-time and/or intermittent appointments may vary. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

3

Work Location:

San Luis Obispo County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Student Assistant

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/Social_Work_Careers.html 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. Social Work students considering applying to DSH-Atascadero for internship are encouraged to discuss with their university field internship coordinator their interest. The university field internship coordinator should make contact with the Supervising Social Worker of Professional Education at DSH-Atascadero at DSH-ASocialWorkRecruitment@dsh.ca.gov to establish a current contact between agencies (if one does not already exist).

Please note:

Selected candidates may have a delay with internship start date if school affiliation/contract is not yet established between the university and DSH-A. 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:

6/10/2026