Job Posting: CCII (Specialist)- PIP

CDCR - San Quentin State Prison

JC-326861
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CCII (Specialist)- PIP
CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR II (SPECIALIST)

$8,793.00 - $11,068.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 9/19/2022

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Health Care Access Unit Captain, this position is assigned to the Health Care Access Unit at San Quentin State Prison, and involves the management of a condemned population caseload in the Psychiatric In-Patient Unit to include performing peace officer duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING: (other duties may be assigned):

Upon completion of a thorough evaluation of all case factors, the CCII shall attend Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) meetings and classification committees on all cases assigned, making appropriate recommendations for placement in the Psychiatric In Patient (PIP) Unit or other institution and or departmentally approved programs, based upon the classification score, administrative determinants (i.e., escapes, medical, psychiatric needs), relevant case factors and various programs for which the inmate expresses interest. The CCII shall interview assigned inmates prior to completing reports required in committees and document acquired information as appropriate.  When the interview reveals that an inmate’s current housing poses a threat to safety of persons and/or the security of the institution, the CCII shall make arrangements via the HCAU Lieutenant/Captain for appropriate housing.  (This includes apparent psychological/medical needs.)Provide routine and emergency casework service to assigned inmates, which may include, but are not limited to; Investigate requests from inmates for emergency telephone calls. Respond to contacts from family members or other interested parties and other agencies concerning inmates assigned to your caseload. Process Inmate Correspondence Request forms (CDC 1074). Prepare informal responses to inmate appeals. Serve as the institution Heat Plan Coordinator, ensure the Heat Medication List is distributed, collect monthly Heat Logs, complete monthly reporting memo for administrative signatures. Attends all meetings, training and seminars as needed or required by DOM, including annual range qualification and other PC 832 requirements.  Attend meeting regarding Health Care Access Unit issues as instructed by your supervisor.  It is the CCII’s responsibility to maintain communication with the supervisor to assure the completion of adequate OJT hours. Perform special projects/assignments as directed by your supervisor, including, but not limited to: CCII reviews. Assignments as a Staff Assistant or Investigative Employee, assist/replace custodial staff during emergency situation and other related work.

 

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-326861
Position #(s):
095-222-9901-XXX
Working Title:
CCII (Specialist)- PIP
Classification:
CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR II (SPECIALIST)
$8,793.00 - $11,068.00 A
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Marin County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

Vision

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

 

Mission

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

 

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and the California Correctional Health Care Services are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of cultural backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department.

 

San Quentin State Prison is California’s oldest and best known correctional institution, which was established on the site currently known as Point San Quentin, in July of 1852, as an answer to the rampant lawlessness in California at the time. The prison rests overlooking the bay on 432 acres, and is located just 12 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge in the county of Marin. The walled prison is made up of four (4) large cell blocks (West, South, North, and East Block), one (1) maximum security cell block (the Adjustment Center), Central Health Care Service Building, a medium security dorm setting and a minimum security firehouse.

 

Special Requirements

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

 

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

 

Candidates new to CDCR or the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

 

Pursuant to the Public Health Orders (Guidance for the Use of Face Coverings and  State and Local Correctional Facilities and Detention Centers Health Care Worker Vaccination Requirement) issued by the California Department of Public Health and the directive Mandatory COVID 19 Vaccines and Testing for Institution Staff issued by the Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (CDCR), all staff assigned to this post/position may be required to show evidence of full vaccination and booster for COVID-19, absent an approved reasonable medical or religious accommodation precluding them from vaccination.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 9/19/2022

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CDCR - San Quentin State Prison
Attn: Personnel
100 Main Street
San Quentin, CA 94964

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

CDCR - San Quentin State Prison
Personnel (Certification Unit)
100 Main Street
San Quentin, CA 94964
07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    A Statement of Qualifications is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the “Statement of Qualifications” section below for specific requirements.

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. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:
  • Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefits

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Salary and Benefits website at www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx.  

 

Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx.  

 

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx.  

 

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Erin Maskovich
(415) 454-1460 ext: 5535
erin.maskovich@cdcr.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Office
(415) 454-1460
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be titled “Statement of Qualifications”, numbered, in the same order, and address each prompt above. The SOQ must be typed, single-spaced, Arial 12-point font, 1” margins, titled "Statement of Qualifications", and no more than one page in length. Resumes and/or cover letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ.

1. List the Job Control (JC) number for the position you are applying for.
2. Relative to the duty statement, how does your background, experience, and/or training make you a good fit for this position?
3. This position requires the ability to prioritize and manage a frequently evolving caseload. How do you plan your work and stay when you have multiple conflicting tasks? What tools do you use to help you stay organized with tasks?

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.