Careers & Fellowships

Collaborative learning and career paths for practitioners and professionals

JC-435476 – Research Scientist I
RESEARCH SCIENTIST I (SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES)

Under the general direction and supervision of the Research Scientist Supervisor I, the Research Scientist I (RS I, Social/Behavioral Sciences) I serves as an entry-level social and behavioral scientist and key member of the Research and Evaluation Division at the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC). The RS I will work as a team member with other Research Scientists and Data Analysts to assist and support conducting scientific research studies and evaluation activities for management, the Commission, and committees. Duties require contact with Commissioners, Legislators, Legislative staff, State agencies, local mental health representatives, advocacy groups, mental health clients and family members, and various stakeholder organizations.

Limited in-state travel required (10%), including occasional overnight stays. Clearance by a DOJ background check may be requested.

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill identical vacancies which occur with 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.

Read more about the position and apply at CalCareers:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=435476

JC-438646 – Administrative Specialist
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of the Administrative Services, the Staff Services Analyst provides administrative support to Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC) staff, 16 Commissioners, and Committee Members. Duties require both high level contact with commissioners, legislators, and various stakeholders in the organization.

Read more about the position and apply at CalCareers:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=438646

JC-437406 – Fellow-Clinician
SPECIAL CONSULTANT

Under the general direction of the Chief of Program Operations, the Mental Health Fellow (Clinician) renders expert assistance to support the development and execution of multiple mental health projects using a public health or macro social work perspective. The Fellow will use their voice and expertise in the mental health field to infuse research and best practices into the Commission’s policy-making and planning activities. The Fellow will utilize their crucial perspective to ensure the work of the Commission is accessible and understandable to mental health consumers, mental health professionals, and the general public.

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill identical vacancies which occur with 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.

This position is full-time for 9 months and/or 194 days.

Read more about the position and apply at CalCareers:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=438578

JC-430525 – Consulting Psychologist
CONSULTING PSYCHOLOGIST

Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Program Operations, the Consulting Psychologist provides leadership to the Mental Health Services Oversight & Accountability Commission (MHSOAC) staff on culturally competent, recovery-oriented best practices related to the implementation of the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA). The Consulting Psychologist provides clinical expertise to the MHSOAC on significant trends and policy issues related to prevention of and recovery from mental illness, including those needing further research, and makes policy recommendations to the MHSOAC.
This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill identical vacancies which occur with 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.

Read more about the position and apply at CalCareers:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=430525

JC-427574 – Fellow-Peer
SPECIAL CONSULTANT

Under the general direction of the Chief of Community Engagement and Grants, the Mental Health Fellow (Peer) renders expert assistance as a consultant on Mental Health programs and performs other related work. The Fellow will use their voice and expertise as a mental health or substance use disorder peer to infuse best practices into the Commission’s policy-making, programs and planning activities. The Fellow will utilize their crucial perspective to ensure the work of the Commission is relevant, timely and reflective of needs and emerging trends in the mental health field.

Read more about the position and apply at CalCareers:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=427574

New to public service?

Contact the Commission’s Human Resources team at hr_recruiting@mhsoac.ca.gov for assistance in navigating the application process.