Pamela Griess, Supervising Psychiatric Social Worker at Valley State Prison, passed away March 16, 2023.
Griess began her CDCR career in February 1990, working in mental health positions at California Medical Facility, San Quentin, Pelican Bay and Napa State Hospital. She was hired at Valley State Prison in January 2013, where she remained until her passing.
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