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Job Description
The Job
SALARY INCREASES
Employees are eligible for merit-based step increases within the salary range, up to the maximum step. Refer to the Professional Unit MOU f or details.
Paid Vacation & Sick Time
14 Paid Holidays+1 Floater
The San Bernardino County Public Defender invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapists II.
The Licensed Clinical Therapist provides specialized mental health services to clients under the Mental Health Diversion Program, pursuant PC 1001.36 who are represented by the Public Defender’s Office. This position supports both clients and Deputy Public Defenders through conducting clinical evaluations, diagnosing, and testifying. The position also requires facilitating case management services, assessments, and treatment planning, requiring clinical expertise to facilitate a fluid transition into mental health treatment.
Additionally, the Clinical Therapist will provide clinical supervision hours for the Social Service Practitioner Unit and will receive direct supervision from the Mental Health Program Manager.
The Therapist works as part of a multidisciplinary team that may include attorneys, investigators, social service practitioners, and county agencies. The goal is to ensure clients receive holistic, trauma-informed support that improves legal outcomes, enhances client well-being, and promotes fairness within the justice system.
For additional details, please refer to the Licensed Clinical Therapist II job description.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS!
To review job-specific benefits, please refer to:
Summary of Benefits
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam prior to employment.
Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available). At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
License: Must be licensed in the State of California as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). A copy of the license is required upon appointment. Licensure must be active, unrestricted, and in good standing.
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Experience: One (1) year, within the last five (5) years , of direct service post-license experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health program (mental health and or substance use disorder treatment program) forensic justice involved program.
Desired Qualifications
Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills is required to receive additional compensation.
The following experience is highly desirable:- Possesses knowledge of clinical supervisor requirements
- Has completed a minimum of fifteen (15) contact hours in supervision training
- Two (2) or more years of experience providing clinical supervision to Registered Associate MFTs, Registered Associate PCCs, or Registered Associate CSWs or pre-degree clinical interns w ithin the last five (5) years
- One (1) or more years of experience providing clinical or administrative supervision over clinical interns and/or trainees
- Experience in a behavioral health or social service setting in a leadership role either managing a special assignment or providing occasional supervisory coverage
- Interagency collaboration experience
- Education and/or training experience
Selection Process
Application Procedure : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible. This continuous recruitment may close at any time with or without notice. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation.
Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements.
Technical Assistance: If you require technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy .
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .
Professional Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Bernardino County
Show moreSan Bernardino County is located in the heart of Southern California, home to over 2 million residents, encompassing 20,160 square miles from the Nevada State line and the Colorado River to the LA County line. This gives San Bernardino County a diverse climate and geography, from mountains as high as 11,502 feet, to the desert as low as 181 feet, and beautiful valleys in between. Pristine lakes and rivers, snow-capped mountain resorts, flowering deserts, and many other family-oriented recreational attractions take advantage of the natural assets of the area, most within an hour's drive. Families enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, colleges and universities, and easy access to airports, hospitals, libraries, and parks. The County provides a safe, clean and healthy environment for residents. A variety of shopping and business opportunities abound, in this, the largest County in the contiguous United States.
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