County of Shasta
ABOUT SHASTA COUNTY
Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere. With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The
Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA)
partners with the community to protect and improve the health and wellbeing of Shasta County residents. HHSA is organized into four branches: Behavioral Health & Social Services, Public Health, Economic Mobility, and a centralized Administration Services. HHSA promotes optimal health for all. The frail, the abused, the mentally ill, and those without resources look to HHSA for services and resources to meet their basic needs, and to protect their health and safety. The Behavioral Health & Social Services Branch
is dedicated to improving the well-being of our community through comprehensive mental health services and essential social services to adults, children, and families. By integrating both behavioral health and social support services, we strive to build a healthier community by ensuring individuals have the resources they need to achieve stability and wholeness. Children’s Services
encompass the services that help ensure children’s mental and physical well-being are protected and safe. The Child Welfare division investigates alleged abuse and neglect of children, licenses foster and adoptive homes, and works within the Dependency Court to reunify families when safe. The branch also includes children’s mental health teams that work with the Child Welfare division and community providers, and collaborates with juvenile justice and education to coordinate services for youth. Adult Services
focuses on services to support people eighteen and older, including outpatient care, 24-hour crisis stabilization, crisis line, social rehabilitation residential services, long-term placement services, and referrals to local non-profit organizations. It also provides Adult Protective Services, In-Home Supportive Services, Public Authority registry, and Public Guardian functions. Mental Health Services Act administration is housed in Adult Services. ABOUT THE POSITION
Mental Health positions provide the range of mental health services from engagement during assessment, to individual and/or family treatment, to termination for all Medi-Cal beneficiaries of Shasta County. To improve outcomes, natural supports are included in a beneficiary’s mental health plan. Services are provided to ages 3 to end of life. Under certain circumstances, the clinician may be required to work on call during after-hours and weekends.
Shasta County HHSA Mental Health Clinician We encourage applicants to apply after they have received their registration number. This is a continuous recruitment; applicants may apply once every six months to this recruitment. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Mental Health Clinician I
– Entry-level; carries a caseload and provides mental health services under supervision. Requires a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work or a degree qualifying for Associate registration with the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners, and ongoing supervision. Mental Health Clinician II
– Licensed; fully trained and licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners. Carries a caseload and provides biopsychosocial rehabilitation services and assessments. IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will make an immediate positive impact, demonstrate professionalism and a desire to serve those in need, promote community health and well-being, and contribute to a collaborative site culture. Licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences or license eligibility with registration as an Associate in relevant fields is preferred, with knowledge of W&IC 5150 and experience with chronic mental health issues and co-occurring disorders. Strong communication, multitasking, organization, and interpersonal skills are valued. RESPONSIBILITIES (MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I & II)
Mental Health Clinician I:
Conduct clinical interviews, gather psycho-social history, provide mental health services in clinic/community settings (including crisis intervention, individual/group psychotherapy, rehabilitation, and case management), document assessments and interventions, participate in meetings, and support department goals. May participate in legal proceedings. Mental Health Clinician II:
Perform case management and rehabilitative treatment for seriously emotionally disturbed clients, develop treatment plans, collect psychosocial data, participate in individual and group therapies, coordinate with team members and community agencies, document services, and attend ongoing training. Minimum Qualifications Note:
Applicants must identify in their materials how they meet the listed minimum qualifications. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Mental Health Clinician I
– Knowledge of mental health treatment principles, basic brain basics, documentation standards, and the roles of public/private health and social service agencies. Ability to apply biopsychosocial diagnosis and treatment planning; work with interdisciplinary teams; use recovery-based interventions; and maintain professional relationships with staff, providers, and the public. Employment standards typically attained with a Master’s Degree qualifying for intern registration with the BBS. Mental Health Clinician II
– Knowledge of biopsychosocial rehabilitation principles, documentation standards, and related agencies. Ability to apply biopsychosocial diagnosis and treatment planning; work with interdisciplinary teams; maintain objectivity and empathy; and foster collaborative relationships. Employment standards typically attained with licensure from the BBS. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Mental Health Clinician I Incumbents must maintain active current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners while working toward licensure. Registration renewal limits apply; failure to maintain registration may result in termination. Mental Health Clinician II Incumbents must maintain appropriate licensure through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners. Mental Health Clinician I & II Positions may require a valid driver’s license. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
Responses must be submitted with the application. Do you possess a Master’s Degree that qualifies for intern registration through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners? Yes/No Do you possess an active current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners? If Yes, provide the registration number. If No, type N/A. Do you possess a valid license through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners? If Yes, provide the license number. If No, type N/A. Acceptance of renewal limits while working toward licensure; six-year renewal restriction; termination for noncompliance. Yes/No Requirement to obtain licensure within six years of initial registration or be terminated. Yes/No How many direct client hours have you logged with the Board of Behavioral Sciences? Are you available to work weekends and/or evenings? Yes/No Are you available to work on call during after-hours and weekends? Yes/No I acknowledge this position may require a valid California driver’s license. Yes/No If you answered Yes to any above, but did not provide requested information, your application may be incomplete. Yes/No If selected, which program are you most interested in pursuing? Please list all that apply. Justice-involved Youths Mental Health Clinician I/II (Children Services) Youth System of Care ACCESS Mental Health Clinician I/II (Adult Services) Adult System of Care PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Regularly required to talk or hear; stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth, and ability to adjust focus. May lift up to 25 pounds. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Direct deposit required for all new employees. Some positions may require a valid California driver’s license and acceptable driving record. ADA accommodations available during selection and employment. Background check and drug/alcohol testing may be required. Fingerprints may be used; conviction history will be evaluated per law. Shasta County participates in E-Verify. For information visit the E-Verify site. If no internet, contact Personnel. Disaster worker provisions per Government Code Section 3100. Positions are covered by a collective bargaining agreement with UP California – Professional Unit. CalPERS retirement options apply; benefits information available on the county site. SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Shasta County Personnel, 1450 Court Street, Suite 348, Redding, CA 96001, (530) 225-5515
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Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere. With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The
Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA)
partners with the community to protect and improve the health and wellbeing of Shasta County residents. HHSA is organized into four branches: Behavioral Health & Social Services, Public Health, Economic Mobility, and a centralized Administration Services. HHSA promotes optimal health for all. The frail, the abused, the mentally ill, and those without resources look to HHSA for services and resources to meet their basic needs, and to protect their health and safety. The Behavioral Health & Social Services Branch
is dedicated to improving the well-being of our community through comprehensive mental health services and essential social services to adults, children, and families. By integrating both behavioral health and social support services, we strive to build a healthier community by ensuring individuals have the resources they need to achieve stability and wholeness. Children’s Services
encompass the services that help ensure children’s mental and physical well-being are protected and safe. The Child Welfare division investigates alleged abuse and neglect of children, licenses foster and adoptive homes, and works within the Dependency Court to reunify families when safe. The branch also includes children’s mental health teams that work with the Child Welfare division and community providers, and collaborates with juvenile justice and education to coordinate services for youth. Adult Services
focuses on services to support people eighteen and older, including outpatient care, 24-hour crisis stabilization, crisis line, social rehabilitation residential services, long-term placement services, and referrals to local non-profit organizations. It also provides Adult Protective Services, In-Home Supportive Services, Public Authority registry, and Public Guardian functions. Mental Health Services Act administration is housed in Adult Services. ABOUT THE POSITION
Mental Health positions provide the range of mental health services from engagement during assessment, to individual and/or family treatment, to termination for all Medi-Cal beneficiaries of Shasta County. To improve outcomes, natural supports are included in a beneficiary’s mental health plan. Services are provided to ages 3 to end of life. Under certain circumstances, the clinician may be required to work on call during after-hours and weekends.
Shasta County HHSA Mental Health Clinician We encourage applicants to apply after they have received their registration number. This is a continuous recruitment; applicants may apply once every six months to this recruitment. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Mental Health Clinician I
– Entry-level; carries a caseload and provides mental health services under supervision. Requires a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work or a degree qualifying for Associate registration with the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners, and ongoing supervision. Mental Health Clinician II
– Licensed; fully trained and licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners. Carries a caseload and provides biopsychosocial rehabilitation services and assessments. IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will make an immediate positive impact, demonstrate professionalism and a desire to serve those in need, promote community health and well-being, and contribute to a collaborative site culture. Licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences or license eligibility with registration as an Associate in relevant fields is preferred, with knowledge of W&IC 5150 and experience with chronic mental health issues and co-occurring disorders. Strong communication, multitasking, organization, and interpersonal skills are valued. RESPONSIBILITIES (MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I & II)
Mental Health Clinician I:
Conduct clinical interviews, gather psycho-social history, provide mental health services in clinic/community settings (including crisis intervention, individual/group psychotherapy, rehabilitation, and case management), document assessments and interventions, participate in meetings, and support department goals. May participate in legal proceedings. Mental Health Clinician II:
Perform case management and rehabilitative treatment for seriously emotionally disturbed clients, develop treatment plans, collect psychosocial data, participate in individual and group therapies, coordinate with team members and community agencies, document services, and attend ongoing training. Minimum Qualifications Note:
Applicants must identify in their materials how they meet the listed minimum qualifications. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Mental Health Clinician I
– Knowledge of mental health treatment principles, basic brain basics, documentation standards, and the roles of public/private health and social service agencies. Ability to apply biopsychosocial diagnosis and treatment planning; work with interdisciplinary teams; use recovery-based interventions; and maintain professional relationships with staff, providers, and the public. Employment standards typically attained with a Master’s Degree qualifying for intern registration with the BBS. Mental Health Clinician II
– Knowledge of biopsychosocial rehabilitation principles, documentation standards, and related agencies. Ability to apply biopsychosocial diagnosis and treatment planning; work with interdisciplinary teams; maintain objectivity and empathy; and foster collaborative relationships. Employment standards typically attained with licensure from the BBS. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Mental Health Clinician I Incumbents must maintain active current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners while working toward licensure. Registration renewal limits apply; failure to maintain registration may result in termination. Mental Health Clinician II Incumbents must maintain appropriate licensure through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners. Mental Health Clinician I & II Positions may require a valid driver’s license. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
Responses must be submitted with the application. Do you possess a Master’s Degree that qualifies for intern registration through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners? Yes/No Do you possess an active current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners? If Yes, provide the registration number. If No, type N/A. Do you possess a valid license through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners? If Yes, provide the license number. If No, type N/A. Acceptance of renewal limits while working toward licensure; six-year renewal restriction; termination for noncompliance. Yes/No Requirement to obtain licensure within six years of initial registration or be terminated. Yes/No How many direct client hours have you logged with the Board of Behavioral Sciences? Are you available to work weekends and/or evenings? Yes/No Are you available to work on call during after-hours and weekends? Yes/No I acknowledge this position may require a valid California driver’s license. Yes/No If you answered Yes to any above, but did not provide requested information, your application may be incomplete. Yes/No If selected, which program are you most interested in pursuing? Please list all that apply. Justice-involved Youths Mental Health Clinician I/II (Children Services) Youth System of Care ACCESS Mental Health Clinician I/II (Adult Services) Adult System of Care PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Regularly required to talk or hear; stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth, and ability to adjust focus. May lift up to 25 pounds. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Direct deposit required for all new employees. Some positions may require a valid California driver’s license and acceptable driving record. ADA accommodations available during selection and employment. Background check and drug/alcohol testing may be required. Fingerprints may be used; conviction history will be evaluated per law. Shasta County participates in E-Verify. For information visit the E-Verify site. If no internet, contact Personnel. Disaster worker provisions per Government Code Section 3100. Positions are covered by a collective bargaining agreement with UP California – Professional Unit. CalPERS retirement options apply; benefits information available on the county site. SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Shasta County Personnel, 1450 Court Street, Suite 348, Redding, CA 96001, (530) 225-5515
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