Department of Developmental Services - Headquarters

This posting states its location as Solano County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their Crisis Assessment Stabilization Team (CAST). State-operated mobile crisis services provided by CAST is currently provided by our Northern, Central Valley and Southern State-Operated Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) homes. With a dedicated team of trained professionals, CAST provides services to individuals who are at risk of moving from their family home or out of home placement. CAST offers on-site assessments, in-home training and support to individuals continuing to experience crisis within the home, after Regional Centers have exhausted all other available crisis services in their catchment areas. CAST operates throughout the state, providing timely services to individuals in crisis, while also working...

This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II Under the general direction of the Information Technology Division’s Life Outcomes Improvement System (LOIS) Project Director, the Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) serves as the lead Contract, Procurement, and Budget Manager responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing contract administration, procurement activities, vendor performance, and financial management functions supporting the LOIS Project. The incumbent provides expert-level technical leadership and oversight throughout the contract lifecycle, from procurement planning and contract development through execution, administration, amendments, and closeout. Responsibilities include coordinating procurement and contractual activities with departmental procurement, legal, fiscal, and budget offices; monitoring vendor...

This posting states its location as United States rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their Crisis Assessment Stabilization Team (CAST). State-operated mobile crisis services provided by CAST is currently provided by our Northern, Central Valley and Southern State-Operated Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) homes. Under general administrative supervision of the Manager II State Operated Facilities (SOF) and clinical lead and direction of the Senior Supervising Psychologist, provides statewide behavioral consultation and clinical support for the Crisis Assessment Stabilization Team (CAST), a component of the Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) STAR program.  The position supports clinically appropriate behavior services for individuals with developmental disabilities experiencing...

This posting states its location as United States rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. Classification: ANALYST III Under the general direction of the Deaf Services Chief, Service Innovation & Oversight Division, the Analyst III in the Department of Developmental Services (Department), serves as a subject matter expert responsible for coordinating highly complex assignments that support the provision of culturally and linguistically responsive services for individuals who are deaf, hard-of-hearing or deafblind and have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (referred to as Deaf+) This position independently oversees a variety of statewide development activities.  The scope of work frequently requires advanced judgment and analytical approaches. The Analyst III provides consultation on innovative service delivery methods and recommends solutions to improve services and support for individuals, including those with the...

This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. Under direction, the Analyst II performs a variety of tasks including consultative and analytical assignments in the areas of contracts and procurement within the Procurement and STAR Support Section (PASS), for the Department of Developmental Services (Department). The Analyst II works independently, applies sound analytical techniques, and handles the most complex, technical, and sensitive assignments and requests with respect, understanding, tact and professionalism. The Analyst II interacts positively with managers and staff at all levels and takes extra steps to provide quality services to internal and external customers. Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief...

This posting states its location as Orange County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. Classification: REHABILITATION THERAPIST, STATE FACILITIES (ART) The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team at the Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) Acute Crisis Homes. As a member of the STAR team, you will work to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities during times of acute crisis. This role requires individuals who are passionate about person-centered care, and who are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11-17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community settings (Vacaville, Springville, and Costa Mesa). As a member of...

This posting states its location as Tulare County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. Classification: MEDICAL DIRECTOR, STATE HOSPITAL/DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER RE-ADVERTISEMENT: If you previously applied to this position, it is not necessary to submit a new application. Porterville Developmental Center is seeking an accomplished Medical Director to provide executive-level direction for comprehensive medical and clinical services supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities  This is a unique opportunity to shape clinical standards, advance quality improvement and health outcomes, and partner with executive leadership and multidisciplinary teams to deliver specialized, person-centered healthcare. Effective July 31, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of 4.62%   in exchange for eight hours per month of the Personal Leave. You will find additional information about...

This posting states its location as United States rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. Classification: ATTORNEY IV RE-ADVERTISEMENT:  If you previously applied to this position, it is not necessary to submit a new application.   Under the direction of the Chief Counsel or Assistant Chief Counsels, and using broad discretion in working independently, the Attorney IV will handle and serve as the lead over complex and sensitive state and federal litigation against the Department of Developmental Services (Department), including mentoring and training other Department attorneys in litigation matters. The Attorney IV will serve as the subject matter expert on the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act and other laws applicable to or impacting individuals with developmental disabilities to effectively liaison with the outside counsel and navigate cases through the judicial process. Working with outside counsel, the...

This posting states its location as Tulare County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. At the Department of Developmental Services (Department) State-Operated Facilities Division (SOFD), we are always looking for innovating approaches to meet evolving needs of our staff and consumers. The Stabilization Training Assistance Re-Integration (STAR) homes are staffed 24/7 and provide individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities experiencing an acute crisis, to live and learn in an environment that will enable them to successfully return home or transition to less restrictive living settings in the community. The staff within the home strive to empower individuals through person centered approaches to lead self-determined lives. STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11-17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community...

This posting states its location as United States rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. RE-ADVERTISEMENT:  If you previously applied to this position, it is not necessary to submit a new application. The Clinical Social Worker (Health Facility) (CSW) serves as a clinical liaison within the Clinical Services Branch (CSB) of the Statewide Clinical Services Division. The CSW provides advanced clinical and analytical support to CSB, the Department of Developmental Services, regional centers, and cross-system partners to assist in the assessment, coordination, and delivery of services for individuals within the Developmental Services Safety Net (Safety Net). Responsibilities include clinical case coordination and consultation, multi-system navigation, the provision of clinical consultation and training, and professional consultation and clinical guidance of unlicensed social workers in state-operated facilities. Effective July 1, 2025,...

This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. This position will perform the statutorily required semi-annual monitoring of Enhanced Behavioral Supports Homes (EBSH) and Community Crisis Homes (CCH), provide a review of program plans for EBSHs and CCHs, and assist in the certification and licensing process, and provide other behavioral expertise and support to the Department, provider staff, and regional center (RCs). Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave The Department now offers an entrance salary rate of $8685.00 for the Behavior Specialist II. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working Conditions Work is performed in an open-space, partitioned office. This position has daily and overnight statewide travel approximately 40% -...

This posting states its location as Orange County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. This position will perform the statutorily required semi-annual monitoring of Enhanced Behavioral Supports Homes (EBSH) and Community Crisis Homes (CCH), provide a review of program plans for EBSHs and CCHs, and assist in the certification and licensing process, and provide other behavioral expertise and support to the Department, provider staff, and regional center (RCs). Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave The Department now offers an entrance salary rate of $8685.00 for the Behavior Specialist II. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working Conditions Work is performed in an open-space, partitioned office. This position has daily and overnight statewide travel approximately 40% -...

This posting states its location as Tulare County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their Crisis Assessment Stabilization Team (CAST). State-operated mobile crisis services provided by CAST is currently provided by our Northern, Central Valley and Southern State-Operated Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) homes. With a dedicated team of trained professionals, CAST provides services to individuals who are at risk of moving from their family home or out of home placement. CAST offers on-site assessments, in-home training, and support to individuals continuing to experience crisis within the home after Regional Centers have exhausted all other available crisis services in their catchment areas. CAST operates throughout the state, providing timely services to individuals in crisis, while also working...

This posting states its location as Solano County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team at the Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) Acute Crisis Homes. As a member of the STAR team, you will work to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities during times of acute crisis. This role requires individuals who are passionate about person-centered care, and who are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11-17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community settings (Vacaville, Springville, and Costa Mesa). As a member of the Department STAR team, you will work in a community home...

This posting states its location as Tulare County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team at the Stabilization Training Assessment Re-Integration (STAR) Acute Crisis Homes. As a member of the STAR team, you will work to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities during times of acute crisis. This role requires individuals who are passionate about person-centered care, and who are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11-17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community settings (Vacaville, Springville, and Costa Mesa). As a member of the Department STAR team, you will...

This posting states its location as Solano County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team at the Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) Acute Crisis Homes. As a member of the STAR team, you will work to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities during times of acute crisis. This role requires individuals who are passionate about person-centered care, and who are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11-17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community settings (Vacaville, Springville, and Costa Mesa). As a member of the Department STAR team, you will work in a community home...

This posting states its location as Orange County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team at the Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) Acute Crisis Homes. As a member of the STAR team, you will work to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities during times of acute crisis. This role requires individuals who are passionate about person-centered care, and who are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11-17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community settings (Vacaville, Springville, and Costa Mesa). As a member of the Department STAR team, you will work in a community home...

This posting states its location as Solano County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team at the Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) Acute Crisis Homes. As a member of the STAR team, you will work to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities during times of acute crisis. This role requires individuals who are passionate about person-centered care, and who are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11-17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community settings (Vacaville, Springville, and Costa Mesa). As a member of the Department STAR team, you will work in a community home...

This posting states its location as Tulare County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. Classification: CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER (HEALTH FACILITY) The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team at the Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) Acute Crisis Homes. As a member of the STAR team, you will work to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities during times of acute crisis. This role requires individuals who are passionate about person-centered care, and who are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11-17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community settings (Vacaville, Springville, and Costa Mesa). As a member of the...

This posting states its location as Solano County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. At the Department of Developmental Services (Department) State-Operated Facilities Division (SOFD), we are always looking for innovating approaches to meet evolving needs of our staff and consumers. The Stabilization Training Assistance Re-Integration (STAR) homes are staffed 24/7 and provide individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities experiencing an acute crisis, to live and learn in an environment that will enable them to successfully return home or transition to less restrictive living settings in the community. The staff within the home strive to empower individuals through person centered approaches to lead self-determined lives. STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11-17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community...