California Department of State Hospitals
Psychologists – California Department of State Hospitals
Earn up to $13,531/month + Benefits & Retention Bonus
Multiple Locations Available
Make a Lasting Impact—Advance Your Career in Public Mental Health
The California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) is now hiring Psychologists across the state. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to transform lives and shape the future of mental health care in California. Whether you’re newly graduated or a seasoned clinician, DSH offers a dynamic, team-based environment where your work makes a meaningful difference.
Why Work at DSH? At DSH, psychologists are vital members of interdisciplinary teams providing care for individuals with complex mental health needs. Our psychologists enjoy a collaborative, values-driven workplace that emphasizes safety, responsibility, respect, and empowerment—for both patients and staff.
What You'll Do As a Psychologist at DSH, your responsibilities will include:
Conducting intellectual, cognitive, and psychological assessments
Creating and monitoring behavioral interventions
Delivering individual and group therapy
Supporting crisis intervention and treatment planning
Collaborating with clinical teams to enhance patient outcomes
Innovative Treatment Approaches Be part of a forward-thinking clinical team using evidence-based practices, including:
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychotic Symptoms
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Trauma-Informed Care (TIC)
Cognitive Remediation Therapy
Support for Early Career Psychologists Are you unlicensed and looking to complete your post-doctoral hours? DSH provides supervised clinical hours for unlicensed psychologists working toward licensure—helping you gain valuable experience while contributing to meaningful patient care.
Compensation & Benefits
Up to $13,531/month, plus retention bonus (varies by location)
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
Generous paid leave and continuing education support
Flexible schedules that support work-life balance
Opportunities for career advancement and specialization
Your Work Matters Join a team that’s committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassion. At DSH, psychologists play a central role in delivering patient-centered care that improves lives and strengthens communities.
Learn About LEAP! Are you a person with a disability seeking a career in state service? The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) offers an alternative, merit-based path into civil service exclusively for individuals with disabilities.
LEAP Process Overview
Create a CalCareers Account.
Get LEAP certified through the California Department of Rehabilitation.
Take a LEAP MQ Assessment for the classification(s) you are interested in via the Exam Bulletins.
Apply for vacant positions.
Participate in an interview process and demonstrate that you are the most qualified person for the job.
If selected, complete a Job Examination Period (JEP).
Upon a successful completion of the JEP, you’re hired!
To apply, go to: https://psychologists.cadeptstatehospitals.us/
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Multiple Locations Available
Make a Lasting Impact—Advance Your Career in Public Mental Health
The California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) is now hiring Psychologists across the state. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to transform lives and shape the future of mental health care in California. Whether you’re newly graduated or a seasoned clinician, DSH offers a dynamic, team-based environment where your work makes a meaningful difference.
Why Work at DSH? At DSH, psychologists are vital members of interdisciplinary teams providing care for individuals with complex mental health needs. Our psychologists enjoy a collaborative, values-driven workplace that emphasizes safety, responsibility, respect, and empowerment—for both patients and staff.
What You'll Do As a Psychologist at DSH, your responsibilities will include:
Conducting intellectual, cognitive, and psychological assessments
Creating and monitoring behavioral interventions
Delivering individual and group therapy
Supporting crisis intervention and treatment planning
Collaborating with clinical teams to enhance patient outcomes
Innovative Treatment Approaches Be part of a forward-thinking clinical team using evidence-based practices, including:
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychotic Symptoms
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Trauma-Informed Care (TIC)
Cognitive Remediation Therapy
Support for Early Career Psychologists Are you unlicensed and looking to complete your post-doctoral hours? DSH provides supervised clinical hours for unlicensed psychologists working toward licensure—helping you gain valuable experience while contributing to meaningful patient care.
Compensation & Benefits
Up to $13,531/month, plus retention bonus (varies by location)
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
Generous paid leave and continuing education support
Flexible schedules that support work-life balance
Opportunities for career advancement and specialization
Your Work Matters Join a team that’s committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassion. At DSH, psychologists play a central role in delivering patient-centered care that improves lives and strengthens communities.
Learn About LEAP! Are you a person with a disability seeking a career in state service? The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) offers an alternative, merit-based path into civil service exclusively for individuals with disabilities.
LEAP Process Overview
Create a CalCareers Account.
Get LEAP certified through the California Department of Rehabilitation.
Take a LEAP MQ Assessment for the classification(s) you are interested in via the Exam Bulletins.
Apply for vacant positions.
Participate in an interview process and demonstrate that you are the most qualified person for the job.
If selected, complete a Job Examination Period (JEP).
Upon a successful completion of the JEP, you’re hired!
To apply, go to: https://psychologists.cadeptstatehospitals.us/
#J-18808-Ljbffr