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PATTON STATE HOSPITAL

VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR

Accelerate Your Career at DSH

Join one of our virtual career fair sessions to learn more about the many unique job opportunities we have to offer, including Clinical Social Worker, Administrative Support (Office Technician, Analyst, & More), Psychiatric Technician, Registered Dietitian, Registered Nurse, and Rehabilitation Therapist (Recreation, Occupational, Art, Dance, & Music).

Ask your questions live to our recruiters during our breakout rooms!

Wednesday, Oct. 23

Option 1

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM PST

Wednesday, Oct. 23

Option 2

5:00PM - 6:30 PM PST

Who We Are

The Department of State Hospitals (DSH) manages the California state hospital system, which provides mental health services to patients admitted into DSH facilities. The department strives to provide effective treatment in a safe environment and in a fiscally responsible manner.

In fiscal year 2021-2022, the department served more than 12,000 patients through its hospital system, conditional release programs, community-based programs, and jail treatment programs. We currently employ nearly 13,000 staff in 300 classifications. We have locations in Atascadero, Coalinga, Los Angeles, Napa, and San Bernardino.

Our Mission

To provide evaluation and treatment in a safe and responsible manner, by leading innovation and excellence across a continuum of care and settings. DSH pursues the goals of Organizational and Operational Excellence. Innovative Treatment and Forensic Evaluation, and an Integrated Behavioral Health System.

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