Position Details Job Code #: JC-536326 Position #(s): 461-440-9831-002 Working Title: EASS Assistant Chief Psychologist - Telework Classification: SENIOR PSYCHOLOGIST (HEALTH FACILITY) (SUPERVISOR) $12,403.00 - $14,605.00 U New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: United States Telework: Telework Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Job Description

And Duties Under the general direction of the Chief Psychologist of the Incompetent to Stand Trial (IST) Programs Operations for the Community Forensic Partnerships Division (CFPD), the Assistant Chief Psychologist (Senior Psychologist Supervisor) is responsible for assisting in the administrative and clinical oversight of the State’s Early Access and Stabilization Services (EASS) programs. The incumbent will directly supervise Consulting Psychologists that serve as liaisons to the EASS and Jail-Based Competency Treatment (JBCT) programs. In addition, the Assistant Chief Psychologist will provide clinical coverage and support to the JBCT program, as needed, in coordination with the Assistant Chief Psychologist responsible for JBCT. The incumbent will indirectly supervise other Competency Stabilization Unit (CSU) Consulting Psychologists responsible for EASS oversight and will collaborate with JBCT Leadership on matters affecting shared operations, clinical practices, stakeholder relationships, and continuity of leadership. The incumbent will provide coverage during periods of absence or increased workload. The Assistant Chief Psychologist will provide leadership and oversight focused on ongoing quality, effectiveness, and performance of EASS programs, including continuous quality improvement, program evaluation, policy and procedure development and refinement, training, clinical consultation, and oversight of program practices. The Assistant Chief Psychologist will also oversee site visits, audits, and other program reviews conducted by the Consulting Psychologists to assess program performance, identify trends and areas of improvement, monitor compliance with established standards and contractual requirements, and promote consistency across programs. The incumbent will be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with the courts, Sheriff's Departments, and Contractors across the state to support the ongoing effectiveness and sustainability of EASS programs, address system and service-delivery issues, participation in contract negotiations as appropriate, and oversight of programs’ performance. Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Department Information Department of State Hospitals 1215 O Street, MS 17 Sacramento, CA 95814 The mission of the Department of State Hospitals is to provide evaluation and treatment in a safe and responsible manner, seeking innovation and excellence in hospital operations, across a continuum of care and settings. DSH-Sacramento has moved into a modern, sustainable and innovative office building located at 1215 “O” Street, Sacramento, California. Some of the amenities of the new building include the following: First-floor retail space (separate access from 12th Street) Café with multiple vendors available to the public Outdoor seating with pedestrian walkways Large, shared conference room on the first floor with a maximum capacity of 162 individuals An employee fitness center with a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weights Plaza area with a kitchenette on each floor Lactation rooms More conference rooms and collaborative working spaces available throughout the building – small, medium and large Shared Terrace space on the 10th floor with indoor/outdoor seating and views of the Capitol Mobile computer equipment, cloud-based technology and Wi-Fi for all staff Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov