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Trauma Informed Trainer and Critical Incident Responder

Internal Number: JC-522245

About this Role

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The Office of Policy and Planning (OPP) promotes public health policy priorities and supports CDPH capabilities for community health improvement, informed policy development, research and analysis, integrated planning, decision intelligence, lean transformation, and grants management. The OPP leads comprehensive assessment, long term strategic and health improvement planning to address current and emerging cross-cutting public health and equity priorities, conducts policy analysis, monitoring and impact evaluation, cultivates partnerships with health systems, academic partners and other sectors; facilitates accountability for effective and efficient public health infrastructure funding, supports organizational capacity building to foster a culture that encourages learning continuous improvement, and empowerment of CDPH staff.

Are you seeking a dynamic career with a purpose? Are you skilled in establishing collaborative relationships, providing excellent customer service, and serving as a leader in your organization? If yes, you may be interested in this position with the CDPH Office of Policy & Planning:

The Consulting Psychologist (CP) will serve as the Trauma Mitigation and Response Initiative Coach and Consultant. They will deliver trauma-responsive programs, trainings, and evidence-based practices for the Department's workforce. The CP will develop a critical incident response program to support CDPH staff affected by trauma. They will consult with staff and stakeholders on effective trauma-related practices to ensure successful professional development and training programs. This role involves autonomous, high-level decision-making impacting at-risk communities and fostering a trauma-informed culture within CDPH.

This position may be eligible for telework under CDPH's telework policy. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office, as needed. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee.

As a CDPH employee, you may participate in programs and services including:

• Retirement Program (CalPERS and SavingsPlus)

• Employee Wellness Program

• Resilience and Professional Development Webinars

• Mentoring Program

• Leadership Development Program

• Clifton Strengths Engagement

• 1:1 Coaching and Teambuilding

• Book Club

• Lean Training

• Employee Assistance Program

Key Responsibilities

Are you seeking a dynamic career with a purpose? Are you skilled in establishing collaborative relationships, providing excellent customer service, and serving as a leader in your organization? If yes, you may be interested in this position with the CDPH Office of Policy & Planning:

The Consulting Psychologist (CP) will serve as the Trauma Mitigation and Response Initiative Coach and Consultant. They will deliver trauma-responsive programs, trainings, and evidence-based practices for the Department's workforce. The CP will develop a critical incident response program to support CDPH staff affected by trauma. They will consult with staff and stakeholders on effective trauma-related practices to ensure successful professional development and training programs. This role involves autonomous, high-level decision-making impacting at-risk communities and fostering a trauma-informed culture within CDPH.

Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

  • In-depth knowledge of trauma-related theories and practices

  • Understanding of trauma-informed care principles

  • Comprehensive understanding of the various theories related to trauma and the different evidence-based practices for trauma intervention

  • Curricula development and adult learning principles

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

  • Program development and evaluation

  • Training, coaching and facilitation

  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

  • Crisis incidence response

  • Performance improvement

  • Policy and practice development

About California Department of Public Health
At CDPH, equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do. The Human Resources Division (HRD) partners with CDPH’s programs and management to provide guidance and consultative services on HR matters that are necessary for the Department to carry out its mission to deliver quality public health services.
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Date Posted
06/22/2026
Job Reference
22369814
Organization
California Department of Public Health
Location
Statewide, CA
Category
Allied Health
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