Back

Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital

Opening in 1916, this state hospital was once a self-sufficient facility with its own farm, dairy and animals. Today, DSH-Metropolitan is located in Norwalk in Los Angeles County. The hospital has an open campus within a security perimeter. Due to community concerns, this facility does not accept patients with criminal history that includes murder, sex crimes, or escape. The hospital does not accept voluntary admissions.

The California Department of State Hospitals is the largest forensic mental health hospital system in the nation. Hospital Police Officers are responsible for the supervision and security of individuals and property, ensuring policies and procedures relating to safety and security are followed and maintaining a secure and safe operation. Hospital Police Officers maintain law and order on hospital grounds, patrolling and protection of hospital buildings, and monitoring the activity and movement of patients and visitors ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies.

Jul 24, 2026
Full time
CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER (HEALTH/CORRECTIONAL FACILITY) - SAFETY
$8,265 - $10,066 monthly
Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital Norwalk, CA
IF YOU HAVE ALREADY APPLIED TO THIS POSITION BASED ON THE PREVIOUS ADVERTISEMENT, YOUR APPLICATION REMAINS UNDER CONSIDERATION AND YOU DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY* This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review of applications: 1st and 15th of each month. Metropolitan State Hospital is located in the city of Norwalk. The Department of State Hospitals-Metropolitan is currently accepting applications for Clinical Social Worker (Health/Correctional Facility) - Safety, Permanent/Fulltime.  Working Title :  Clinical Social Worker (Health/Correctional Facility) - Safety. The Clinical Social Worker (CSW) functions as a treatment team member. The CSW provides case management, individual treatment, and group treatment for patients committed to the Department of State Hospitals. CSWs evaluate patients upon admission, through their hospital stay and through the discharge process. Guided by their clinical opinion, the CSW...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
REGISTERED DIETITIAN (SAFETY) Norwalk
$6,489 monthly
Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital Norwalk, CA
DSH- Metropolitan State Hospital is accepting applications for Registered Dietitian (Safety), Permanent-Fulltime. Working Title: Registered Dietitian (Safety)- Nutrition Services Department. The Department of Nutrition Services is looking for a Permanent- full time position for a passionate Dietitian to join the team. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Nutrition Services, the Registered Dietitian will be responsible for meaningful nutrition assessments, provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) integrated with the patients’ treatment plan goals and provide nutrition counseling/education to patients. Function as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team. Candidates must possess knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process, Development of nutrition care plans and Principles, practices an theories of nutrition and dietetics. Electronic Medical Records and Computrition skills are desirable. Has the ability to perform tasks independently with...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
Rehabilitation Therapist, Metropolitan State Hospital
$8,010 monthly
Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital Norwalk, CA
METROPOLITAN STATE HOSPITAL- Located in Norwalk, Los Angeles County This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff date for review of applications: 1st and 15th of each month. Under the clinical and the administrative direction the Program Director Chief of Rehabilitation Therapy Services, the Rehabilitation Therapist assists in facilitating and ensuring that quality Rehabilitation Therapy services, treatment and care are delivered to patients in a safe environment. The Rehabilitation Therapist will maintain responsible stewardship and excellence in forensic evaluation and treatment. The Rehabilitation Therapist is required to have knowledge of mental health principles; the ability to speak and write grammatically; good interpersonal skills, time management skills, organizational skills, and computer skills; and ensure that the provision of Rehabilitation Therapy services is directed toward restoring and maintaining optimal levels of physical...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR II Norwalk
$4,495 - $5,628 monthly
Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital Norwalk, CA
METROPOLITAN STATE HOSPITAL-Located in Norwalk, Los Angeles County. *IF YOU HAVE ALREADY APPLIED TO THIS POSITION BASED ON THE PREVIOUS ADVERTISEMENT, YOUR APPLICATION REMAINS UNDER CONSIDERATION AND YOU DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY * Under supervision of the Dietetics Assistant Director-Presentation, the Food Service Supervisor II (FSS II) supervises, directs, instructs, and assists Food Service Supervisor I’s in performing their duties and responsibilities directing Food Service Technician I’s/II’s in the areas of the Central Kitchen tray line, dishwashing, and satellite/serving kitchens and dining rooms. The FSS II reviews Food Service Supervisor I’s managing of staffing to ensure maximum efficiency for tray line, dishwashing, and serving kitchens. The FSS II communicates effectively with all Presentation staff, supervisors, Production staff, office staff, and management. The FSS II reviews the Food Service Supervisor I’s assignment...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
FOOD SERVICE TECHNICIAN II Norwalk
$3,492 - $4,373 monthly
Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital Norwalk, CA
METROPOLITAN STATE HOSPITAL-Located in Norwalk, Los Angeles County. *IF YOU HAVE ALREADY APPLIED TO THIS POSITION BASED ON THE PREVIOUS ADVERTISEMENT, YOUR APPLICATION REMAINS UNDER CONSIDERATION AND YOU DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY * This advertisement is posted as until filled. Applications will be reviewed on the 1 st  and 15 th  of each month, and selections can be made. However, the Job Control will remain open until the vacancy is filled. The Department of State Hospitals, Metropolitan State Hospital is currently accepting applications for Food Service Technician II, Permanent/Fulltime. Working Title: Food Service Technician II/Nutrition Services. Under supervision of the Food Service Supervisor I/II, the Food Service Technician II will instruct, lead, and coordinate. Serves and assists with the preparation, pre-dish, and assembly of food and beverages; cleans and sanitizes all food service equipment, dining tables & chairs; labels and dates food items,...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
CHIEF, PROTECTIVE SERVICES AND SECURITY Norwalk
$7,937 - $9,819 monthly
Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital Norwalk, CA
Job Description and Duties This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review of applications: 1st and 15th of each month. Metropolitan State Hospital is located in the city of Norwalk. DSH-Metropolitan, Department of Protective Services is accepting applications for Chief, Protective Services and Security, Permanent/Fulltime. Working Title: Deputy Chief of Police – Department of Protective Services. Under the direction of the Chief of Police (CEA), the Deputy Chief is responsible for the overall operation of the Hospital Police Services (HPS), the supervision, direction, and training of personnel, and liaison to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. The Deputy Chief enforces local, state, and federal law, maintains a secure and safe operation for the welfare of patients, staff, and the public, and may provide oversight of the facility’s fire services. Due to the type of work DPS...