Job Description
Job Posting: CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER- (ISUDT), Medical Social Worker, NKSP
California Correctional Health Care Services
JC-474498
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off
This Job Control is listed Until Filled, applications will be reviewed on the following dates: 4/25/25, 5/9/25, 5/23/25, 6/6/25, 6/20/25, 7/4/25, 7/18/25, 8/1/25
This classification is subject to Section 5, Hiring-Above-Minimum (HAM) Authorization of the California State Civil Service Pay Scales. The authorized HAM rate for this classification is P $8,425, Q$9,048.
Under the general direction of the Supervising Psychiatric Social Worker, CF, the Clinical Social Worker (Health/CF) Safety, conducts assessments and summarizes case information to use in diagnosis, treatment (level of care), and dispositional release; diagnoses and/or collaborates in the formulation of a diagnosis; develops, monitors, and modifies treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team. Provides assessments, group therapy, and collateral conferences, and documents and evaluates patients’ progress in treatment.
Minimum Qualifications Possession of a valid license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker issued by the California Board of Behavioral Science. [Individuals who do not qualify for licensure by the California Board of Behavioral Science may be admitted into the examination and may be appointed but must secure a valid license within four years of appointment; however, an individual can be employed only to the extent necessary to be eligible for licensure plus one year. An extension of the waiver may be granted for one additional year based on extenuating circumstances, as provided by Section 1277(e) of the Health and Safety Code. The time duration for unlicensed employment does not apply to active doctoral candidates in social work, social welfare, or social service, until the completion of such training.]
[Unlicensed individuals who are recruited from outside the State of California and who qualify for licensure may take the examination and may be appointed for a maximum of one year at which time licensure shall have been obtained or the employment shall be terminated; an extension of the waiver may be granted for an additional one year based on extenuating circumstances, as provided by Section 1277(e) of the Health and Safety Code. Individuals granted an additional one year based on extenuating circumstances may be appointed for a maximum of two years at which time licensure shall have been obtained or the employment shall be terminated. Additionally, they must take the licensure examination at the earliest possible date after the date of employment.]
Education: Completion of a master's degree program from an accredited school of social work, approved by the Council on Social Work Education.
Do you have a keen professional interest in addiction medicine and substance use treatment? California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) is seeking California-licensed clinical social workers to join our Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDT). This newly-created statewide program is designed to provide integrated, specialized care to patients with a history of substance use who require additional medical assistance. ISUDT staff are committed to providing optimal care, promoting patients’ successful reintegration into society, and reducing recidivism.
Working Conditions Department Information Classification: CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER- (ISUDT), Medical Social Worker, NKSP
Salary: $8,425.00 - $10,261.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Kern County
Telework: In Office
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Facility: North Kern State Prison
Application Instructions Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Possession of a valid Associate Clinical Social Worker license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Science.
Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, and the CalPERS website,
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Hiring Unit Contact:
JENNIFER ZAMORA
(661) 721-2345
[email protected]
#J-18808-Ljbffr California Correctional Health Care Services
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work,