MUSLIM CHAPLAIN (INTERMITTENT)

The Permanent/Intermittent Muslim Chaplain will be directed by the Program Director in the Recovery and Mall Services (RMS) Department. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

• Consult with the hospital Clinical, Administrative, and RMS staff regarding religious dietary requests, review and approval of vendors, and education
• Conduct quality Islamic religious ceremonies, services, and groups
• Provide spiritual counseling, visitation, and teaching to patients unable to attend activities off the unit as scheduled
• Work cooperatively with the other Chaplains to provide spiritual services and groups
• Perform administrative and institutional duties, following policies and procedures necessary to safely provide spiritual services.
• Direct the provision of regularly scheduled Muslim services and ceremonies.
• Participate in scheduled RMS meetings, Interfaith meetings, and training.
• Effectively communicate with supervisor, Interfaith Team and Treatment Teams.
• Support the hospital's Relationship Security Program

In order to be considered for this job vacancy, you must satisfy one of the following requirements:
1. BE LIST ELIGIBLE: Successfully complete the competitive State civil service exam pertaining to this classification NO EXAM CURRENTLY AVAILABLE, OR
2. BE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE: Have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable (employees who wish to be considered based on transfer eligibility must meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250), OR
3. BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE: Have obtained previous permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.

• Minimum qualifications will be verified prior to being scheduled for an interview. Please provide proof of minimum qualifications with your application submission, which may include a copy of your unofficial college transcripts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Currently in good standing with the American Muslim Community, verified and approved by the local resident Imam where the applicant attends as a member. All candidates must attach to their application a letter of certification of good standing issued by the local resident Imam AND Education: Completion of at least two years of Islamic Religious studies, including Islamic History, the Holy Quaran, Principles of Faith and Articles of Faith in any masjid or college AND Experience: Completion of the equivalent of one year of full-time supervised clinical or field training in the community. Such training to include Islamic religious counseling and guidance, religious education, and the care and welfare of the family as it relates to religious education AND completion of no less than two years' experience as an Imam or Instructress in the Islamic religion in a public or private institution or masjid.

• If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant’s name may be removed from the eligibility list.

The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note: foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company. Please redact birthdate and social security number from degree/transcripts.

Please submit a letter of certification of good standing issued by the local resident Imam.

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: 3/12/2025

Who May Apply

How To Apply

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 - Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note: foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company. Please redact birthdate and social security number from degree/transcripts.
• Other - Required letter of certification of good standing issued by the local resident Imam.