State of California is hiring: Student Assistant - Music Therapy Intern in Atasc

The Student Assistant (Music Therapy Intern) will be directed by a designated Rehabilitation Therapist (Music) : Board Certified Music Therapist and Internship Director, MT-BC, in Rehabilitation Therapy Services at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH).

• Applicants possessing experience with adult psychiatric patients and / or prison inmates are preferred. Expectations for entering the internship include but not limited to :
• Completion of coursework towards a degree in Music Therapy with the anticipated completion of a Bachelor's degree from an American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) accredited college or university.
• Learn to gather information on the patients assigned through attendance in shift changes, treatment teams, group observation, patient interview, chart review, and consultations. Patient caseload will be assigned by supervisor.
• Learn to organize, plan, and conduct rehabilitation therapy treatment groups. Groups will follow recovery principles, recognizing and integrating the patient's strengths, interests, and therapeutic goals.
• Attend and may participate in interdisciplinary treatment teams and other clinical meetings as assigned and / or requested.
• Prepare and present a case study to the rehabilitation therapy service.
• Follow this link for additional details : California Department of State Hospitals-Atascadero Muisc Therapy Internship Program
• 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 : Proof of application for, or enrollment as a student in, an appropriate college or university program.

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

Working Conditions

This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).

This is a 12-month temporary appointment.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details Job Code # :

JC-459390

Position #(s) : 455-501-4870-902

Working Title :

Student Assistant - Music Therapy Intern

Classification :

STUDENT ASSISTANT $3,075.00 - $3,379.00 A

3,290.00 - $3,616.00 B

3,517.00 - $3,872.00 C

3,765.00 - $4,144.00 D

of Positions : Work Location :

San Luis Obispo County

Telework : In Office

Job Type : Student Assistant

Facility : DSH - Atascadero

Department Information

The Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH) 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.

Department Website : Special Requirements

Therapeutic Music Skills Demonstration Packet

Please contact Tara Brinkman, Music Therapy Intern Director, for additional information about the "Therapeutic Music Skills Demonstration Packet" that is required when applying for this position.

Tara Brinkman - ashmusictherapyinternship@dsh.ca.gov

You MUST provide proof of application for, or enrollment as a student in, an appropriate college / university program.

You MUST provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts.

You MUST submit your resume and cover letter.

You MUST submit two (2) letters of recommendation.

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 : 4 / 1 / 2025

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing classification, therefore anyone meeting the minimum qualifications listed on the classification specification may apply for this position. Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by stating "preference under Government Code section 18220". Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.

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 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 :

Department of State Hospitals

DSH - Atascadero Postal

Attn : DSH - Atascadero Employment Office

PO Box 7005

Atascadero , CA 93423-7005

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of State Hospitals

DSH - Atascadero Drop Off

DSH - Atascadero Employment Office

10333 El Camino Real

Atascadero , CA 93422

Building 105

08 : 00 AM - 04 : 30 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 :

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.

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

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website : Special Requirements

DSH-Atascadero Employment Office

805) 468-3384

ASHEmployment@dsh.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 : Pearl Melena

805) 468-2007

Pearl.Melena@dsh.ca.gov

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.

Additional Application Requirements

All interested candidates must submit a Standard State Application Form (STD. 678), with original signature, and indicate Student Assistant - Music Therapy Intern AND 455-501-4870-902 AND JC#459390 in the Examination / Job Title Section AND y ou MUST provide proof of application for, or enrollment in, an appropriate college / university program AND you MUST provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts AND you MUST submit two (2) letters of recommendation AND you MUST sumbit your resume and cover letter.

Please contact Tara Brinkman, Music Therapy Intern Director, for additional information about the " Therapeutic Music Skills Demonstration Packet" that is required when applying for this position.

Tara Brinkman - ashmusictherapyinternship@dsh.ca.gov

Additional Information

Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.

This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.

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.