County of Los Angeles
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES COORDINATOR II - Correctional Health
County of Los Angeles, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive –
EMERGENCY
EXAM NUMBER:
Y8149A-DOJ
FIRST DAY OF FILING:
Friday, January 9, 2026, AT 8:00 a.m., PT
This examination will remain open until the needs of the services are met and may be closed without prior notice.
ABOUT LA COUNTY DOJ CONSENT DECRETE Los Angeles County is under a Department of Justice Consent Decree to improve conditions and mental health care in County jails, as well as supporting justice‑involved populations post‑release. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of providing a range of services both in the jail and community.
Mental Health Services Coordinator II – Emergency Vacancy Applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. During the initial work period, performance will be evaluated 100%. Those who pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to
Mental Health Services Coordinator II .
Why work for us? The Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation, operating 25 health centers, four acute care hospitals, and providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in LA County jails.
THE MISSION To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing outstanding care!
DEFINITION Provides highly responsible administrative staff support for the planning, coordination, and implementation of mental health services and legal requirements with public, private and community agencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinates legally mandated site reviews of psychiatric facilities to insure the protection of patients’ rights.
Evaluates the implementation of mental health laws in psychiatric treatment facilities.
Assists in the development of programs necessary to implement state laws in the field of mental health.
Develops placement resources for mentally disordered adults and children, and coordinates placement planning with appropriate agencies.
Serves as liaison between the Department of Mental Health and public and private agencies, and reviews mental health services offered under ongoing contracts.
Provides training to subordinate staff.
Assists in the development of special services for specific groups such as the handicapped.
Initiates review and investigates program of individual agencies within the framework of the mental health system.
Provides training to acquaint providers of mental health services with necessary legal contractual requirements.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Option I:
One year’s experience as a Mental Health Services Coordinator I.
Option II:
A Master’s degree from an accredited college with a specialization in clinical psychology, public health, nursing, rehabilitation, social work, education, behavioral sciences, public administration, or urban planning, and four years’ experience in community mental health work or in delivery of mental health services in an inpatient psychiatric setting or in a County contracted mental health program, two years of which must have included administrative responsibility in a staff or supervisory capacity.
Option III:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with a specialization in public health, nursing, rehabilitation, social work, education, behavioral sciences, public administration, or urban planning, and five years’ experience in community mental health work or in delivery of mental health services in an inpatient psychiatric setting, three years of which must have included administrative responsibility in a staff or supervisory capacity.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job‑related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS II – Light This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical efforts that may include occasional light lifting to a 10‑pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION Out‑Of‑Class Experience Will Be Accepted. Los Angeles County employees attempting to meet the requirements via experience inconsistent with their official payroll title will be considered for this examination. Applicants claiming out‑of‑class experience should describe their out‑of‑class duties in detail in the supplemental questions section of their application and provide supporting documentation such as verification of experience documents and performance evaluations.
OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS During your initial work period the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
Vacancy Information The list of successful applicants created from this examination will be used to staff our vacancies throughout Department of Health Services Correctional Health.
Available Shift Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Application and filing information Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application.
Contact ADA Coordinator Phone:
(323) 914‑7111 California Relay Services Phone:
(800) 735‑2922 Exam Analyst:
Jenny Rodriguez, (213) 288‑7000, JRodriguez@dhs.lacounty.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Open Competitive –
EMERGENCY
EXAM NUMBER:
Y8149A-DOJ
FIRST DAY OF FILING:
Friday, January 9, 2026, AT 8:00 a.m., PT
This examination will remain open until the needs of the services are met and may be closed without prior notice.
ABOUT LA COUNTY DOJ CONSENT DECRETE Los Angeles County is under a Department of Justice Consent Decree to improve conditions and mental health care in County jails, as well as supporting justice‑involved populations post‑release. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of providing a range of services both in the jail and community.
Mental Health Services Coordinator II – Emergency Vacancy Applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. During the initial work period, performance will be evaluated 100%. Those who pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to
Mental Health Services Coordinator II .
Why work for us? The Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation, operating 25 health centers, four acute care hospitals, and providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in LA County jails.
THE MISSION To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing outstanding care!
DEFINITION Provides highly responsible administrative staff support for the planning, coordination, and implementation of mental health services and legal requirements with public, private and community agencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinates legally mandated site reviews of psychiatric facilities to insure the protection of patients’ rights.
Evaluates the implementation of mental health laws in psychiatric treatment facilities.
Assists in the development of programs necessary to implement state laws in the field of mental health.
Develops placement resources for mentally disordered adults and children, and coordinates placement planning with appropriate agencies.
Serves as liaison between the Department of Mental Health and public and private agencies, and reviews mental health services offered under ongoing contracts.
Provides training to subordinate staff.
Assists in the development of special services for specific groups such as the handicapped.
Initiates review and investigates program of individual agencies within the framework of the mental health system.
Provides training to acquaint providers of mental health services with necessary legal contractual requirements.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Option I:
One year’s experience as a Mental Health Services Coordinator I.
Option II:
A Master’s degree from an accredited college with a specialization in clinical psychology, public health, nursing, rehabilitation, social work, education, behavioral sciences, public administration, or urban planning, and four years’ experience in community mental health work or in delivery of mental health services in an inpatient psychiatric setting or in a County contracted mental health program, two years of which must have included administrative responsibility in a staff or supervisory capacity.
Option III:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with a specialization in public health, nursing, rehabilitation, social work, education, behavioral sciences, public administration, or urban planning, and five years’ experience in community mental health work or in delivery of mental health services in an inpatient psychiatric setting, three years of which must have included administrative responsibility in a staff or supervisory capacity.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job‑related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS II – Light This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical efforts that may include occasional light lifting to a 10‑pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION Out‑Of‑Class Experience Will Be Accepted. Los Angeles County employees attempting to meet the requirements via experience inconsistent with their official payroll title will be considered for this examination. Applicants claiming out‑of‑class experience should describe their out‑of‑class duties in detail in the supplemental questions section of their application and provide supporting documentation such as verification of experience documents and performance evaluations.
OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS During your initial work period the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
Vacancy Information The list of successful applicants created from this examination will be used to staff our vacancies throughout Department of Health Services Correctional Health.
Available Shift Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Application and filing information Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application.
Contact ADA Coordinator Phone:
(323) 914‑7111 California Relay Services Phone:
(800) 735‑2922 Exam Analyst:
Jenny Rodriguez, (213) 288‑7000, JRodriguez@dhs.lacounty.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr