Additional/Dual Appointment – Optometrist, CF

Join to apply for the Additional/Dual Appointment – Optometrist, CF - Wasco State Prison (WSP) role at California Correctional Health Care Services2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Additional/Dual Appointment – Optometrist, CF - Wasco State Prison (WSP) role at California Correctional Health Care ServicesDepartment InformationVisionWe enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatmen t and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.MissionTo 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 (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) 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.CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.CDCR/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.Commitment to California ModelCDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the California Model which will transform the correctional landscape for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a systemwide change that leverages national and international best practices to address longstanding challenges related to incarceration and institution working conditions, creating a safe, professional, and satisfying workplace for staff as well as rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry efforts back into to the community.This advertisement is for a Optometrist , Correctional Facility Dual Appointment position(s) located at Wasco State Prison in Wasco, CA, located in Kern County.Please indicate the position number on your application: 180-213-7971-XXX.Please Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure to have a valid email address on your application.Department Website: https://cchcs.ca.gov/careersJob Description And DutiesOptometrist, Correctional Facility$44.90 - $59.53 hourly rateCalifornia Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) is seeking Optometrist currently employed with the state of California who are interested in additional appointments to provide coverage in a part-time capacity, up to 40 hours per month. These uncommon positions are available to all Optometrist currently employed by the State of California. Due to the nature of these dual appointments, the only stipulation is that the additional appointment must be a distinctly different role than your primary job, and you cannot be a supervisor, manager, or executive. Onsite dual appointments at your primary institution may be available.Additional Information:Time worked is not considered overtime.Time worked will be outside your normal hours.The dates and hours of work will be determined by the hiring location.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typePart-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at California Correctional Health Care Services by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Optometrist” roles.We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr