What are the responsibilities and job description for the CATHOLIC CHAPLAIN position at California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation?
Job Posting: Catholic Chaplain
Sierra Conservation Center
JC-462838
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Catholic Chaplain
CATHOLIC CHAPLAIN
CATHOLIC CHAPLAIN
$5,576.00 - $7,321.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 1/28/2025
Job Description and Duties
This advertisement is for a Catholic Chaplain position located at Sierra Conservation Center in Jamestown, Tuolumne County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 099-229-9916-001.
CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.
CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
Under the direction of the Community Resources Manager, CI (CRM), the Chaplain is responsible for the spiritual and moral guidance of the institutional residents of the Catholic community at Sierra Conservation Center. The Chaplain conducts Catholic religious services and programs; conducts interviews and counsels the incarcerated persons on ethical, moral and spiritual matters. The Chaplain also organizes and instructs classes in religion, ethics, marriage and family. The Chaplain ministers formal services, counsels incarcerated persons and staff as requested; assist in volunteer development and supervision; solicitation, purchasing, ordering and distribution of religious materials and literature; selection and supervision of incarcerated persons in Main facility and Facility C; supervision of incarcerated persons congregations during religious services. This position is responsible for direct and indirect responsibility for the work supervision, on-the-job training and work performances evaluation of at least two incarcerated people for a total of 173 hours per pay period.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Under the direction of the Community Resources Manager, CI (CRM), the Chaplain is responsible for the spiritual and moral guidance of the institutional residents of the Catholic community at Sierra Conservation Center. The Chaplain conducts Catholic religious services and programs; conducts interviews and counsels the incarcerated persons on ethical, moral and spiritual matters. The Chaplain also organizes and instructs classes in religion, ethics, marriage and family. The Chaplain ministers formal services, counsels incarcerated persons and staff as requested; assist in volunteer development and supervision; solicitation, purchasing, ordering and distribution of religious materials and literature; selection and supervision of incarcerated persons in Main facility and Facility C; supervision of incarcerated persons congregations during religious services. This position is responsible for direct and indirect responsibility for the work supervision, on-the-job training and work performances evaluation of at least two incarcerated people for a total of 173 hours per pay period.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
About this location -- Sierra Conservation Center (SCC) is located in the foothills near Jamestown, California, in the heart of the Mother Lode Gold Country.It is adjacent to the Stanislaus National Forest, offering pine trees, mountain streams, and an abundance of recreational activities (fishing, swimming, camping, skiing, golfing, etc.).The prison is approximately 70 miles from Yosemite National Park.
The primary mission of SCC is to provide housing, programs and services for minimum and medium custody incarcerated individuals, to aid in their rehabilitation. SCC is responsible for the training and placement of male incarcerated individuals in the Conservation Camp Program. SCC administers 31 male camps located throughout California.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- CATHOLIC CHAPLAIN
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-462838
Position #(s):
099-229-9916-001
Working Title:
Catholic Chaplain
Classification:
CATHOLIC CHAPLAIN
$5,576.00 - $7,321.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Tuolumne County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Mission
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 Model
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 (CDCR) and 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 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 Model
CDCR 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.
Department Website:
http://cdcr.ca.gov
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.
Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate's identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov.
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate's identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov.
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
Application Instructions
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.
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: 1/28/2025Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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).
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:
Sierra Conservation Center
Postal
Attn:
Personnel
5100 O'Byrnes Ferry Rd
Jamestown,
CA
95327
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Sierra Conservation Center
Drop-Off
Personnel
5100 O'Byrnes Ferry Road
Jamestown,
CA
95327
Office closed weekends and holidays.
07:00 AM
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04:00 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.
- Other - A copy of the most recent performance evaluation.
- Other - A letter of Certification of Good Standing.
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.
Salary : $5,576 - $7,321
