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Clinical Social Worker CA State Prison, Sacramento
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What they do
A Healthcare Social Worker provides individuals and families with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services. May also provide care and case management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.
$80,290 / year median in California
+23% projected growth
Job Description
CDCR/CCHCS
employees that refer a mental health clinician who is successfully hired by CCHCS may be eligible to receive a referral bonus of $5,000 per referral. Additional Benefits of Practicing withCDCR/CCHCS
Our Clinical Social Workers also receive comprehensive State of California benefits, including: A broad selection of health care plans : Including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Work-life balance with flexible schedules : Options of 4-day workweeks at many locations plus generous paid time off and holidays. Robust 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans : Secure your retirement with our extensive plans and generous tax deferrals. State of CA Retirement that Vests inFive Years:
Plan for a secure future with our pension benefits (more at CalPERS.ca.gov).Free Clinical Supervision and Exam Support:
Unlicensed staff receive free individual and/or group supervision and support for licensure in person or via videoconferencing.Stipend for supervisory hours:
Licensed clinicians providing clinical supervision to unlicensed team members are eligible for additional compensation. Potential PSLF and NHSC loan repayment: Eligibility for student loan repayment through PSLF and, depending on your location, NHSC. Relocation assistance : If you're new to state service in California, we help with the cost of your move.Dedicated assistance with visa sponsorship:
We support your work visa needs. Take the first step and submit your CV to MedCareers@cdcr.ca.gov or apply directly to this posting today! EOE Department Information CDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities. CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department.Department Website:
https://cchcs.ca.gov/careersBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings