Psychiatrist

Salary: See Position Description
Location : California - Statewide
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: CCHCS - Psychiatrist2
Department: California Correctional Health Care Services
Opening Date: 02/01/2026

About the Position
California Correctional Health Care Services

Psychiatrist

Annual Salary Ranges:

• $373,632 - Board Certified at Headquarters and Regional Office
• $363,108 - Board Eligible at Headquarters and Regional Office

• $429,672 - Board Certified in-person care
• $417,516 - Board Eligible in-person care

• $485,712 - Board Certified in-person care in an inpatient unit
• $471,924 - Board Eligible in-person care in an inpatient unit

Restructured Recruitment and Retention Bonus: Recruitment and Retention Bonus for clinicians newly hired with the State of CA has been restructured to provide a 1% bonus for the first 7 years, increasing by 1% year over year, maxing at a 7% bonus by year 7.

Psychiatrists newly hired with the State of CA are also eligible to receive a recruitment and retention bonus of up to $15,000 within the first 12 months of service.

Referral Bonus: All CDCR/CCHCS 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.

Work Locations: Wide Variety of Geographic Settings including the Northern California Coast, San Francisco Bay Area, California Capitol, and Southern California.

California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) is seeking proactive, knowledgeable CA-licensed psychiatrists to join our multidisciplinary teams. Within the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation's (CDCR) adult correctional facilities, you will find like-minded professionals committed to providing optimal care and honing advanced psychopharmacological skills.

As a Psychiatrist, you will be an integral member of an Interdisciplinary Treatment Team which includes other psychiatrists, psychologists, and clinical social workers. In general, you will perform psychiatric evaluations, participate in treatment planning and case reviews, prescribe medications, and provide crisis intervention and psychotherapy. You will also provide consultations and training in treatment approaches to both clinical and custody staff of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team.

At CDCR/CCHCS, you can expect:

• Work-life Balance with Flexible Schedules, including 4-day workweeks at many locations
• No Insurance, Worker's Comp, or Disability Paperwork
• Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams within a Community of Colleagues
• Generous medication formulary with no stimulants to manage
• Rewarding Work with an Underserved/Underprivileged Population
• Safety and Security provided by professional, well-trained Correctional Officers

Benefits of Working with CDCR/CCHCS:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage:
  Essential healthcare needs covered for you and your family.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday
  
  Schedule:
  
  Ample time for rest and personal pursuits.
• Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans:
  Secure your future with tax-deferred retirement plans allowing you to defer up to $46,000 - $61,000 per year.
• State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years:
  Long-term security with benefits that start in just five years (more details at ).
• Annual Stipend of $2,500/year for CME costs and Annual Allocation of 56 hours for CME:
  Invest in your professional development with our Continuing Medical Education benefits.
• Potential PSLF and NHSC Loan Repayment:
  You could be eligible for significant loan repayment through PSLF and, depending on your location, NHSC.
• Paid license, and DEA renewal:
  And no need for malpractice insurance as a State employee.
• Relocation Assistance:
  If you're new to state service in California, we've got the cost of your move covered.
• Dedicated Assistance with Visa Sponsorship:
  We support your work visa needs.

About Us: California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)/ California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.

Ready to join an organization where you can be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to achieving social justice through comprehensive mental health care? Submit your interest to

EOE.
Please see job announcement for details.