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California Correctional Health Care Services

CHIEF PSYCHOLOGIST, CF - CA STATE PRISON, SOLANO

California Correctional Health Care Services, California, Missouri, United States, 65018

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Chief Psychologist, CF – California State Prison, Solano Position at

California Correctional Health Care Services , located in Solano County, California. This advertisement is for a Chief Psychologist, Correctional Facility position in the state prison system. Applicants must reference job code JC-502733 and position number 674-220-9859-XXX on their application.

Pay Range This role’s pay will be based on your skills and experience. Discuss the specific range with your recruiter.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer and close consultation with the Deputy Mental Health Director, administer and provide program management of the institution’s Mental Health Department.

Oversee personnel, staffing, resources, policies, and operations related to mental health services.

Collaborate with other governmental agencies, health‑care partners, and community organizations to support successful reintegration of inmates.

Maintain cooperative working relationships within the department and promote public safety through education, treatment, and restorative justice programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Valid license as a Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology.

Earned Doctorate Degree in Psychology from an institution meeting the criteria of Section 2914 of the Medical Board of California’s Business and Professions Code.

Either:

At least two years of experience as a licensed Psychologist in the Department of Corrections

or

At least three years of experience as a licensed Psychologist in a forensic setting such as a local jail or community‑based forensic treatment unit.

Pass the required examination on CalCareers before applying for the position.

Benefits & Incentives

Eligible for a $10,000 one‑time recruitment and retention stipend, subject to eligibility criteria.

Eligible for a monthly recruitment and retention differential totaling up to $20,000 during the first year of employment.

Participation in the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 with a 3% base‑salary reduction and 5 hours of leave credits monthly through June 2027.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. The State of California seeks to achieve a drug‑free workplace and expects all applicants to behave in accordance with this objective.

Employment Details

Seniority Level: Director

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Health Care Provider

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

Applicants should ensure a valid email address is provided, as communication will occur primarily via email.

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