San Joaquin County

If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.. Special Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.. Education : Graduation from an accredited university with a master’s or doctorate degree in social work, counseling, psychology or other course of study acceptable to the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences towards licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Psychologist.. Experience: Two years of progressively responsible licensed casework experience as an LCSW, MFT, LPCC or Psychologist, which included counseling or therapy in a clinical or treatment setting and also included one year of supervisory experience.. Principles, practices, and techniques of psychiatric social casework; principles of employee supervision and training; accepted social work placement methods and practices; social aspects of disability and mental illness and of modern methods of treatment.

mental health clinician

Introduction This examination is being given to fill multiple vacancies in the Behavioral Health Services Department and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Pre-employment Drug Screening: Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. *Thisposition is represented by the SEIU bargaining unit and will receive salaryincreases based on the following schedule for a total of 7% through July 2025:EffectiveJuly 2024 - 4% Cost of Living Adjustment increase EffectiveJuly 2025 - 3% Cost of Living Adjustment increaseThe following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES <li> Plans and develops a mental health program for mentally ill, disabled or emotionally handicapped clients. </li> <li> Conducts and participates in staff meetings to insure effective coordination or work; hires, trains and evaluates staff. </li> <li> Selects, assigns, supervises and evaluates subordinate professional and para-professional personnel in the performance of social casework, and in recording case histories and related matters; assigns cases and assists subordinates with difficult cases. </li> <li> Prepares program budget; prepares and maintains records, reports and correspondence; may requisition supplies. </li> <li> Consults with and informs medical personnel and other staff members of matters relating to social and environmental problems of clients and their families. </li> <li> Participates in the planning and conducting of training programs teaching diagnosis and treatment methods; coordinates the social work program with related community social services and treatment facilities. </li> <li> Supervises and participates in interdisciplinary diagnostic and dispositional conferences to determine the nature of illness and recommend treatment plans; performs clinical assessments; makes pre-release studies of cases and makes recommendations accordingly. </li> <li> Determines, interprets and implements policies and procedures; monitors program effectiveness. </li> <li> Represents Mental Health Services at conferences and addresses groups; may represent the department on matters relating to the service aspects of mental health programs </li> <li> Serves as an advocate for the civil and service rights of clients and family members. </li> MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN ISpecial Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. OR PATTERN II Special Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid license as a Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology. AND FOR BOTH PATTERNS Education: Graduation from an accredited university with a master’s or doctorate degree in social work, counseling, psychology or other course of study acceptable to the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences towards licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Psychologist. Experience: Two years of progressively responsible licensed casework experience as an LCSW, MFT, LPCC or Psychologist, which included counseling or therapy in a clinical or treatment setting and also included one year of supervisory experience. License: Must possess a valid California driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE Principles, practices, and techniques of psychiatric social casework; principles of employee supervision and training; accepted social work placement methods and practices; social aspects of disability and mental illness and of modern methods of treatment. ABILITY Plan, assign, and direct the work of subordinate social workers and related personnel; prepare program budgets; prepare reports, records and correspondence; develop and maintain cooperative relationships with clients and their families; analyze information and reach sound decisions on the basis of such information; interpret the casework program to other personnel, other social service agencies, and the community; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility – frequent operation of a keyboard, sitting for long periods of time, walking; occasional standing for long periods of time, pushing/pulling, bending/squatting and stair climbing; Lifting – frequent lifting of 5 lbs. or less; Visual – constant use of overall vision, hand/eye coordination, depth perception and reading/close-up work; frequent need for color perception and field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity – frequent holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion and writing; Hearing/Talking – constant hearing of normal speech, talking in person and talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on a telephone/radio; occasional hearing of faint sounds and talking over a public address system; Emotional/Psychological Factors – constant public contact, decision-making and concentration; frequent exposure to emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief or death; Environmental and Other Conditions – frequent work in an indoor office environment; occasional exposure to noise, varied outdoor weather conditions; occasional working alone, working weekends/nights, and/or work-related travel. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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