HAVE YOU HEARD THE NEWS?
California Correctional Health Care Services is making it more convenient than ever to test, apply, and interview for great State of California jobs with a leader in correctional health care.
Attendees at CCHCS Hiring Events are able to speak with recruiters about opportunities with our organization across California in a wide variety of fields and programs, including nursing, mental health, administration, IT, and allied health.
Don’t miss your opportunity to join all the candidates hired on the spot at our Hiring Events. Check this page for information on future events scheduled throughout California!
Virtual Events:
Psychologist Careers Virtual Event – April 16, 2025
How to get a Job with CCHCS: HDSP – May 8, 2025
Nursing Careers with CCHCS: CNA, LVN, and RN Virtual Event – June 18, 2025
Recreational Therapists Careers Virtual Event – August 14, 2025
IT Careers: Pick your Path Virtual Event – September 17, 2025
Hiring Events:
Hanford Hiring Event – April 8-9, 2025
Southern Region Mental Health Hiring Event in the Bakersfield Regional Office – April 24, 2025
Lancaster Hiring Event – May 19-20, 2025
Central Region Mental Health Hiring Event in the Fresno Office, May 28-29, 2025
Vacaville Hiring Event – July 22-23, 2025
Paso Robles Hiring Event – October 7, 2025
Community Outreach Events:
CSU Chico Non Profit/Government Career Fair 2025 – April 2, 2025
College of the Desert Nursing College & Career Fair 2025 – April 10, 2025
SJ Delta College Spring Job & Internship Fair 2025 – April 17, 2025
You Betta’ Work LGBTQIA+ Career Fair – 23 April, 2025
College of the Sequoias – Hiring Healthcare Careers Job Fair – April 20, 2025
North West College – Job Fair (Riverside) – April 30, 2025
2025 Lemoore College First Responders Career Fair – May 1, 2025
Recruiting Outreach Events:
The SoCal BSW/MSW Consortium Virtual Job Fair – April 11, 2025
California Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Annual Conference 2025 – April 24-26, 2025
LACPA’s 80th Anniversary Celebratory Convention – May 3, 2025
American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting 2025 – May 17-20, 2025
HOW TO PREPARE
Want to prepare ahead of time for our hiring events? Follow these steps:
- Create your CalCareers account.
- Fill out a Standard Form 678 (state application) on your Account page.
- Find exams for the classifications you’re interested in and qualify for. Read job bulletin’s to see qualifications needed.
- You may be redirected to our CCHCS Careers site to take an exam.
- If redirected, create an account on our site.
- On the day of the event, we encourage the following:
- Dress professionally
- Bring your current resume
- Bring three professional references
- Bring a government issued identification
STUDY GUIDES
Here are some study guides available for the following positions:
OFFICE ASSISTANT STUDY GUIDE
OFFICE TECHNICIAN STUDY GUIDE
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST STUDY GUIDE
LOCATIONS & LIFESTYLES
With locations throughout California, you’re sure to find one that fits your lifestyle—whether you choose the history and natural wonders found in Northern California; the tight-knit communities of the Central Valley; the picturesque hamlets dotting the Central Coast; the variety of lifestyles available in Southern California; or the quintessential California living of San Diego.
WEB ACCESSIBILITY ASSISTANCE
The Careers portion of this site (i.e., creating your candidate profile, applying for jobs, taking examinations) is undergoing updates to add improved functionality and accessibility to the public. Some features and content may not be available during the transition.
If you are in need of assistance, please email us at MedCareers@cdcr.ca.gov or call us at (877) 793-4473.