Supervising Psychiatric Social Worker I (Safety) Department of State Hospitals

JC-526272

• Supervising Psychiatric Social Worker I (Safety)

SUPERVISING PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORKER I

$8,881.00

• $11,048.

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:

8/24/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties The Supervising Psychiatric Social Worker I (Safety) is under the clinical and administrative supervision of the Chief of Social Work 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: Provides supervision and oversight of assigned Clinical Social Workers and interns. Collaborates with Program Management and Chief of Social Work to evaluate Social Work staff performance and takes or recommends appropriate action. Assists in the implementation of Performance Improvement. Administers audit tools including entering data into databases. Interprets and analyzes findings for reports. Proposes improvements in service delivery as a result of findings. Plans and implements necessary changes in service delivery. Provide coverage during the absence of the Chief of Social Work. Provides in-services and training to Social Work staff. Provide orientation regarding social work duties and responsibilities to new Social Work staff. Provide individual and group treatment for observation and purposes. Completes clinical Social Work assessments and documentation. 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.

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. Click here to take the exam for Supervising Psychiatric Social Worker I 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). This position is classified as hybrid.

Schedule options are:

5/8/40 with one day of telework per week 4/10/40 (no telework day) 9/8/80 with one day of telework on alternating week 5/8/40 in-person Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

SUPERVISING PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORKER I

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

JC-526272

Position #(s): 455-501-9867-006

Working Title:

Supervising Psychiatric Social Worker I (Safety)

Classification:

SUPERVISING PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORKER I

$8,881.00

• $11,048.

00 U 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 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.

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. The Medical Staff of DSH-Atascadero requires candidates meet the Medical Staff criteria for allied health professional privileging set forth in the facility bylaws. Candidates applying for both licensed and unlicensed positions must submit the required documents listed under the Required Application Documents Section. 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:

8/24/2026