What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Clinician (Registered) position at Solano County?
Salary : $96,075.02 - $116,779.79 Annually
Location : Multiple Locations, CA
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 24-333180-01
Department : Health & Social Services Dept
Opening Date : 03 / 19 / 2024
Closing Date : Continuous
Contact : Jessica Smith 707-784-6190
Help us lead a team dedicated to mental health wellness and recovery!
Solano County Behavioral Health is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our services aim to empower all community members throughout their journey towards wellness and recovery. It is also of equal importance for us to improve access to quality care for underserved and under-represented ethnic and minority populations who have been historically marginalized by health care systems. We value the importance of employing staff who possess valuable life experiences and expertise to ensure our workforce is culturally and linguistically responsive and leverages diversity to foster innovation and positive outcomes for the people we serve.
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THE POSITION
The Mental Health Clinician (Registered) is the professional intern level classification which provides mental health treatment services for mental, emotional and co-occurring disorders, including substance abuse and / or developmental disability and chemical dependency disorders in inpatient or outpatient settings, including assessment, diagnosis, crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, non-medical psychotherapy, and initiation of involuntary holds; provides and oversees both treatment and continuing care; prepares reports and maintains records related to client or client services.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
No experience required.
Possession of a Master's degree in a field of study approved by the California State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners; AND
LICENSING, CERTIFICATION AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
Acceptance by the California State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as a candidate for licensure (registered intern / associate) as either a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern (MFTI) or Associate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (ALCSW). Please see "Document Submittal Requirements" section below for more information.
Note : Failure to obtain such required license within the legally specified timelines or loss of State registration shall result in termination or reassignment, if such a vacancy exists and the incumbent meets the minimum requirements for the vacant position. (Such action will be taken in accordance with Civil Service Commission rules).
Driver's License : Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C Driver's License may be required at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class C Driver's License is a cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this driver's license requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Assignment Requirements : Some positions in these classes may require work in an out-station location or in a setting with other professionals integrated as a team
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The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur throughout the County.
SELECTION PROCESS
09 / 13 / 2024 - 5 : 00pm Deadline to submit application and required documents for next application review.
09 / 27 / 2024 - 5 : 00pm Deadline to submit application and required documents for next application review.
10 / 11 / 2024 - 5 : 00pm Deadline to submit application and required documents for next application review.
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and / or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree / transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the application review deadline.
Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and / or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 a.m.-5 : 00 p.m. EOE / AA
Please note that all dates / times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Acceptance by the California State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as a candidate for licensure (registered intern / associate) as either a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern (MFTI) or Associate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (ALCSW) is required for this position. All candidates must submit proof of their acceptance issued by the State of California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners. Candidates who fail to provide proof by the application review deadline will be disqualified from the recruitment.
Official / unofficial transcripts (verifying the courses and units completed) or degree (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) must be attached by the application review deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their degree / transcripts by the application review deadline will be disqualified from the recruitment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING : Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the application review deadline. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
How to Submit Your Documents
In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to . Be sure to include the recruitment title (Mental Health Clinician (Registered)) and the recruitment number (24-333180-01) in your email or fax.
Additional Information
Psychotherapy : Incumbents provide non-medical psychotherapy to clients in accordance with State law and regulation as individual licensing permits.
Travel : Independent travel may be required to various work sites and client residences.
Background Investigation : Candidates for some positions in this class will be required to pass a background investigation in accordance with applicable law, regulation, and / or policy.
Compliance Agreements : Selectees for employment must, as a condition of employment, sign a statement agreeing to comply with mandatory child and elder abuse reporting, drug free workforce, and confidentiality.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS
To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE. Applicants who have a service-connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service-connected reasons.
Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran's preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.
Americans with Disabilities Act
It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES : Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment / testing / examination process (as detailed in the "Selection Process"), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form.
This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the application review deadline. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave
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This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants' qualifications for this position and assess an applicant's ability to advance in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely. Omitted information will not be considered or assumed. Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state 'no experience in this area' instead of leaving the space blank.Please note that the experience in your answers must be reflected in your employment history. I understand the above information.
Do you have verification of acceptance by the State of California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as a candidate for licensure (registered intern / associate) as a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern (MFTI)?
Do you have verification of acceptance by the State of California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as as a candidate for licensure (registered intern / associate) as a Associate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (ALCSW)?
Do you have verification of acceptance by the State of California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as a candidate for licensure (registered intern / associate) as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor(LPCC)?
Do you have verification of acceptance by the State of California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as a candidate for licensure (registered intern / associate) in any other equivalent license approved by the California Board of Behavioral Science?
If yes, please indicate your license below, otherwise, indicate N / A :
Describe your experience with providing or supporting mental health services to severely, persistently mentally ill adults.
- I have less than 1 year of experience
- I have 1 - 2 years of experience
- I have 2 - 4 years of experience
- I have more than 4 years of experience
- I have no experience
Please describe your familiarity / experience working in a community based mental health agency or county mental health setting.
Please select the option that best describes your experience working with multi-disciplinary teams.
Please select the option that best describes your experience working with youth who have experienced traumatic life events or who have been involved with multiple agencies such as child welfare, juvenile justice, special education services.
Proof of the required Master's degree. All applicants must submit a copy of their degree (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or transcripts (official / unofficial verifying the student, institution, and date and degree conferred).Verification of acceptance by the California State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as a candidate for licensure (registered intern / associate) as either a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern (MFTI) or Associate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (ALCSW) or any other equivalent licensed approved by the California Board of Behavioral Science.I will be submitting all the above in the following manner :
Some positions may require bilingual skills. Applicants who indicate bilingual skills on their application may be required to demonstrate proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in the language indicated.Are you proficient in speaking, reading, and writing any of the following languages? (please select all that apply)
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Salary : $96,075 - $116,780
