City of Berkeley
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Mental Health Nurse
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City of Berkeley . Base pay range
$147,082.00/yr - $178,785.78/yr Responsibilities
As a Mental Health Nurse, you will provide a combination of direct service and nursing care management to members of the Berkeley community who are dealing with severe mental illness. Our small outpatient clinic serves 260 patients, with varying levels of need, who are on Medi-Cal or uninsured. In addition to illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, many of our patients deal with substance use disorder. We work with patients in an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model as well as more traditional models, across programs such as our Homeless Full Services Partnership, Comprehensive Community Treatment, and Focus on Independence. In this role, you will collaborate with and learn from colleagues throughout the Mental Health Division in a team-based model, with case managers for all patients and strong administrative support. Qualifications
Equivalent to graduation from a two-year accredited college or university with major course work in nursing and one (1) year as a registered nurse in a mental health setting or completion of a three-month senior preceptorship in mental health nursing. The relevant experience or preceptorship must have been completed in the past five (5) years. Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of California Able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet program needs; must maintain a valid California driver’s license and satisfactory driving record when driving on City business. Must be comfortable providing services in the clinic, in patients’ homes, and in homeless encampments Additional expectations: successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge of mental illness, substance use disorders, and physical health conditions; able to perform comprehensive nursing assessments, conduct thorough mental status examinations, and demonstrate knowledge of psychotherapeutic treatments and psychotropic medications. Other Requirements
Certification that the candidate is eligible to practice as a Registered Nurse in California Ability to travel within and outside Berkeley as needed; valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record Application Process
Completed application Responses to the supplemental questionnaire Resume Copy of valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California Please note that a resume is not a substitute for a completed application. Applications are available in alternative formats upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format. Examination Process
The exam process will include, but is not limited to: application review for minimum qualifications and required documents; tests may consist of written, oral or other exercises, including skills such as typing, math, reading, writing, problem solving, computer and software proficiency. The examination process and dates are subject to change. Names of applicants who pass all phases will be placed on an employment eligible list. Pre-Employment Process
Candidates under final consideration will undergo an employment background/reference check that may include verification of employment history, education credentials, licenses, driving record, and Live Scan fingerprinting. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Actions are administered without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law. Disaster Service Worker
All City employees are expected to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.
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Join to apply for the
Mental Health Nurse
role at
City of Berkeley . Base pay range
$147,082.00/yr - $178,785.78/yr Responsibilities
As a Mental Health Nurse, you will provide a combination of direct service and nursing care management to members of the Berkeley community who are dealing with severe mental illness. Our small outpatient clinic serves 260 patients, with varying levels of need, who are on Medi-Cal or uninsured. In addition to illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, many of our patients deal with substance use disorder. We work with patients in an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model as well as more traditional models, across programs such as our Homeless Full Services Partnership, Comprehensive Community Treatment, and Focus on Independence. In this role, you will collaborate with and learn from colleagues throughout the Mental Health Division in a team-based model, with case managers for all patients and strong administrative support. Qualifications
Equivalent to graduation from a two-year accredited college or university with major course work in nursing and one (1) year as a registered nurse in a mental health setting or completion of a three-month senior preceptorship in mental health nursing. The relevant experience or preceptorship must have been completed in the past five (5) years. Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of California Able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet program needs; must maintain a valid California driver’s license and satisfactory driving record when driving on City business. Must be comfortable providing services in the clinic, in patients’ homes, and in homeless encampments Additional expectations: successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge of mental illness, substance use disorders, and physical health conditions; able to perform comprehensive nursing assessments, conduct thorough mental status examinations, and demonstrate knowledge of psychotherapeutic treatments and psychotropic medications. Other Requirements
Certification that the candidate is eligible to practice as a Registered Nurse in California Ability to travel within and outside Berkeley as needed; valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record Application Process
Completed application Responses to the supplemental questionnaire Resume Copy of valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California Please note that a resume is not a substitute for a completed application. Applications are available in alternative formats upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format. Examination Process
The exam process will include, but is not limited to: application review for minimum qualifications and required documents; tests may consist of written, oral or other exercises, including skills such as typing, math, reading, writing, problem solving, computer and software proficiency. The examination process and dates are subject to change. Names of applicants who pass all phases will be placed on an employment eligible list. Pre-Employment Process
Candidates under final consideration will undergo an employment background/reference check that may include verification of employment history, education credentials, licenses, driving record, and Live Scan fingerprinting. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Actions are administered without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law. Disaster Service Worker
All City employees are expected to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.
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