Increased Salaries are Just the Beginning…
The past few years have seen dramatic shifts in the health care landscape. California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) is poised to meet the evolving clinical care demands of our patient population while responding to the day-to-day needs of our dedicated providers.
$108,576.00- $123,132.00 – Licensed
$101,100.00- $114,456.00 – Pre-Licensed
Clinical Social Workers providing in-person care in an inpatient unit will receive:
$124,862.40- $141,601.80 – Licensed
$116,265.00- $131,624.40 – Pre-Licensed
Recruitment and Retention Bonus
Clinical Social Workers newly hired with CDCR/CCHCS and providing in-person care at a facility 50% or more of their time will receive a 1% Recruitment and Retention bonus for the first 7 years of their employment, increasing by 1% year over year, maxing at a 7% bonus by year 7.
Clinical Social Workers newly hired with the state of CA are also eligible to receive a recruitment and retention bonus of up to $30,000 within the first 12 months of service.
Referral Bonus
All CCHCS/CDCR 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 appointed referral.
Additional Benefits of Practicing with CDCR/CCHCS
But increased salaries are just the beginning – our clinical social workers also receive comprehensive State of California benefits, including:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Ensure your and your family’s health with full coverage.
- Work-life Balance with Flexible Schedules: Achieve balance with the option of 4-day workweeks at many locations.
- Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans: Secure your retirement with our extensive plans, allowing tax deferral up to $46,000 – $61,000 per year.
- State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years: Plan for a secure future with our fast-vesting pension benefits (more at www.CalPERS.ca.gov).
- CE Annual Stipend of $500/year, Licensed Renewal Reimbursement, and Bi-Annual Allocation of 36 hours for CE: Invest in your professional development with our Continuing Education benefits.
- Rewarding Work with an Underserved/Underprivileged Population: Positively impact lives while growing professionally.
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule: Enjoy ample time away from work for relaxation and personal pursuits.
- Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams: Join a supportive environment fostering professional growth and collaboration.
- Safety and Security: Our professional, well-trained Correctional Officers ensure a safe working environment.
- Potential NHSC Loan Repayment: Qualify for loan repayment, depending on your assignment location.
- Dedicated Assistance with Visa Sponsorship & Relocation Assistance: We’re here to help with your California transition, whether you’re moving here for the first time of moving across state.
Take the first step and submit your CV to MedCareers@cdcr.ca.gov or apply directly to this posting today!
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