Senior Psychologist (Specialist) - Neuropsychologist (Senior Psychologist (Health Facility) (Specialist))

Job Description and Duties Patton State Hospital, Human Resources Department, is accepting applications for at least one (1) Permanent, Full-time Senior Psychologist (Specialist) with knowledge and experience in forensic psychology. The position exists in the Forensic Services Department and works under the administrative and clinical direction of the Forensic Evaluation Department Chief and Senior Psychologist Supervisor. Forensic Evaluation Department Senior Psychologists (Specialists) work in a dynamic forensic inpatient setting serving patients committed to DSH under various forensic commitments. Senior Psychologist Specialists work within DSH-wide forensic model, utilizing their specialized skills in assessment, treatment, and consultation. Senior Psychologist Specialists complete various court-ordered reports, provide expert testimony, communicate and collaborate with the courts and community outpatient treatment programs, collaborate and provide consultation to interdisciplinary treatment teams on forensic barriers to discharge, and provide training to staff members. Experience with and the ability to provide comprehensive forensic assessment, treatment, and consultation on all civil and criminal commitments accepted by DSH-Patton is preferred. Working Conditions: DSH-Patton is a forensic psychiatric hospital located in Patton, CA in San Bernardino County. DSH-Patton was established in 1890 and opened its doors in 1893. The hospital provides treatment to forensically and civilly committed patients within a secure treatment area. The hospital does not accept voluntary admissions. Applicants must have either: a) One year of experience in the California state service performing the duties of a Psychologist (Health Facility) (any specialty), or Staff Psychologist (any specialty) OR b) Two years of postdoctoral, post-internship experience in the practice of psychology involving assessment and treatment and either training, research, consultation, or program planning in mental health services. In addition to submitting the Standard State Application, STD. 678, the following items are required. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Failure to submit these items may result in not being considered for an interview. • Curriculum Vitae • One sample of psychological assessment report written in the past two years (sample must be a forensic assessment report). When submitting your psychological assessment sample, please ensure that all information complies with applicable HIPPA privacy requirements and excludes any identifying patient information. • A statement of qualifications outlining your qualifications for the position. Failure to complete the STD 678 in its entirety may result in disqualification (i.e., a resume does not replace and cannot be substituted for the duties performed section of the Employment History portion of the application). All interested candidates who meet the recruitment criteria must submit an application, CV, Statement of Qualifications and Sample of Psychological Assessment report written in the past two years to Human Resources – Employment Unit. In order to gain list eligibility and be appointed to the Sr. Psychologist (Spec) classification, please follow the link below to the exam bulletin. Failure to take the exam will result in your application not moving forward in our process. Please follow the directions carefully: Sr. Psychologist (Spec) Exam Bulletin You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. • 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 position(s) require(s) a(n) Psychologist License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Examination/ Employment Application (STD. 678) including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted. A completed STD. 678 and any other relevant documents (e.g., unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers account. Please reference Job Control # (534245) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission. Complete Application Packages (including your STD. 678 and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareers account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application. Unless there is a specific request to be notified via USPS mail, our main contact will be via email. Email correspondence regarding this job posting will primarily come from PattonHREmploymentUnit@dsh.ca.gov. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their email inbox, including junk/spam emails for any correspondence regarding their application status. In addition, applicants are encouraged to keep their CalCareers profile updated with a current telephone number, mailing address, and email. ***Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey