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SENIOR PSYCHOLOGIST (HEALTH FACILITY) (SPECIALIST)

California Department of State Hospitals
Napa, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/11/2026
Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-518203

Position #(s):

480-461-9839-020

Working Title:

Senior Psychologist Specialist (Forensics Dept)

Classification:

SENIOR PSYCHOLOGIST (HEALTH FACILITY) (SPECIALIST)

$10,828.00 - $13,937.00 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:

Napa County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Job Description And Duties

The Department of State Hospitals-Napa has a vacancy open for a Senior Psychologist Specialist.

The Senior Psychologist Specialist in Forensic Services at DSH-Napa completes forensic evaluations pursuant to PC 1370, PC 2972 and PC 1026.5. Additional duties include the preparation of court reports and testimony, if necessary. Expertise includes forensic assessment, writing, testimony, violence risk assessment and malingering assessment.

Applications may be screened and only the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview. Please ensure your application is thoroughly filled out, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Per CCR 249.3 this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of State Hospitals - Napa must apply and compete through the State recruitment process. Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.

To apply for the examination for this position, please click here:

Senior Psychologist Specialist Exam Lin k

If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. Please note this is a separate process, you will also need to submit your application of interest additionally.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please note that the application submission cutoff date is set for the 15th and 31st of every month. Applications received after this date will be processed during the next scheduled cutoff date.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Department Information

Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

Applicant Survey

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Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareers Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Salary : $10,828 - $13,937

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