Description ***THIS RECRUITMENTHAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 4/4/2024*** H EALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY The El Dorado County Health And Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. Their over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION The Health and Human Services Agency’s Behavioral Health Division is committed to the physical and mental health of the residents of El Dorado County. They provide a wide variety of services to the community, including mental health 24 hour crisis services, adult and children’s services, Substance Use Disorder Services, Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) programs, mental health first aid training, and much more! THE OPPORTUNITY The Mental Health Program Coordinator provides direction and programmatic development, coordination and implementation for special programs or services to meet the needs of mental health clients; plans, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned professional, technical and other program support staff. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: Select staff and provide for the orientation, training and evaluation of staff; recommend discipline and other personnel decisions. Plan, organize and provide day-to-day direction, training and work review to volunteers providing similar or related mental health services within the program. Administer specified program area; develop and implement program budgets; administer grant funds and act as liaison and coordinator in all programmatic areas. Provide direct services to mental health program clients in such areas as conservatorship investigation, group and family therapy, crisis intervention, gero-psychology, case management, day treatment, and psychotherapy. Direct the receipt and review of program applications and the determination of eligibility for program participants; personally makes difficult eligibility decisions. Identify and utilize community resources; develop and train such resources; make appropriate referrals for client services. Direct or personally perform group and individual therapy and crisis intervention; assist clients with financial, living arrangement and vocational issues. Plan, develop and implement policies for program services and provide liaison with Department and County staff and community agencies. For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here . Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications. Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement. Mental Health Program Coordinator IA: Equivalent to possession of a Master's degree from an accredited university or college with major coursework in social work, marriage and family counseling, psychology, psychiatric nursing or a related field, and two years of professional level counseling/therapy experience in a mental health inpatient or outpatient setting. Applicants must be a registered intern or eligible to register as an intern in the State of California at the time of appointment. Mental Health Program Coordinator IB: In addition to the Master's degree listed above, must possess an appropriate license as described in Other Requirements. Mental Health Program Coordinator II: In addition to the Master's degree and license listed above, must possess two years of post-licensing experience as a mental health therapist, clinician or counselor in a mental health inpatient or outpatient setting.(For employees hired in the class of Mental Health Program Coordinator by El Dorado County on or before March 6, 2000: Must possess a Master's degree as listed above and a license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Clinical Psychologist in the State of California.) Other Requirements: All Classifications: Must possess a valid driver's license. May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays. All incumbents must possess the appropriate clinical license described below within five (5) years of employment. Lead or supervisory experience is desirable. Mental Health Program Coordinator IA: Must either be eligible to obtain an appropriate license and/or waiver under the provisions of Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5751.2 to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist or Psychiatrist in the State of California, or must be licensed as a Registered Nurse. Mental Health Program Coordinator IB: In addition to the Master's degree listed above, must possess an appropriate license as described in Other Requirements. Mental Health Program Coordinator II: In addition to the Master's degree and license listed above, must possess two years of post-licensing experience as a mental health therapist, clinician or counselor in a mental health inpatient or outpatient setting. (For employees hired in the class of Mental Health Program Coordinator by El Dorado County on or before March 6, 2000: Must possess a Master's degree as listed above and a license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Clinical Psychologist in the State of California.) Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Mental Health Program Coordinator IA/IB/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at rachel.wallick@edcgov.us. RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation. For more information on the recruitment process, click here . Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Mental Health Program Coordinator IA/IB/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months . We currently have the following vacancies: Two (2) full time vacancies in the Health and Human Services, Behavioral Health Department, located in Placerville, CA. QUALITY MANAGEMENT IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for the Quality Management Mental Health Program Coordinator position would be a l icensed person who does not need to gain clinical hours; there is little/no regular client contact in this role. They would have a b ackground in data analytics. They would have e xperience with Excel, pivot tables, Crystal Reports, and/or other data management tools, be p roactive and able to complete tasks independently. They would have a sound foundational knowledge of Medi-Cal regulations. FULL-SERVICE PARTNERSHIP IDEAL CANDIDATE The Ideal candidate for the Full-Service Partnership Mental Health Program Coordinator position will have experience in coordinating and supervising mental health and/or Substance Use Disorder (SUDs) programs. They will have experience in providing an array of OP mental health services (intake, assessment, case management, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy). They would have e xcellent written and verbal communication skills, the a bility to work independently and as a positive member of a team . They would have s trong computer literacy skills, w orking knowledge of MediCal regulations for Specialty Mental Health Services and experience in supervising and managing a team. They would have an a ctive BBS Licensure, preferably 2 years post license and experience in contract writing, management and administration. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions. The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs, including but not limited to marijuana; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer. Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just: 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento 50 miles from Sacramento Airport 129 miles to San Francisco Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports Skiing and Snowboarding Live Music and Music Festivals Local Craft Breweries and Wineries El Dorado County Fair Placerville Speedway Farm to Fork Restaurants Local Shopping Gems Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information. CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE! The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs! For your Health and Well-Being: Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Basic Life Insurance Long Term Disability (LTD) Discounts on gym memberships For your Financial Future: CalPERSRetirement Deferred Compensation (457) Plans Optional Life Insurance For your Work/Life Balance: Paid Holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accruals To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here . Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law. Closing Date/Time: 4/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Description ***THIS RECRUITMENTHAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 4/4/2024*** H EALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY The El Dorado County Health And Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. Their over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION The Health and Human Services Agency’s Behavioral Health Division is committed to the physical and mental health of the residents of El Dorado County. They provide a wide variety of services to the community, including mental health 24 hour crisis services, adult and children’s services, Substance Use Disorder Services, Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) programs, mental health first aid training, and much more! THE OPPORTUNITY The Mental Health Program Coordinator provides direction and programmatic development, coordination and implementation for special programs or services to meet the needs of mental health clients; plans, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned professional, technical and other program support staff. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: Select staff and provide for the orientation, training and evaluation of staff; recommend discipline and other personnel decisions. Plan, organize and provide day-to-day direction, training and work review to volunteers providing similar or related mental health services within the program. Administer specified program area; develop and implement program budgets; administer grant funds and act as liaison and coordinator in all programmatic areas. Provide direct services to mental health program clients in such areas as conservatorship investigation, group and family therapy, crisis intervention, gero-psychology, case management, day treatment, and psychotherapy. Direct the receipt and review of program applications and the determination of eligibility for program participants; personally makes difficult eligibility decisions. Identify and utilize community resources; develop and train such resources; make appropriate referrals for client services. Direct or personally perform group and individual therapy and crisis intervention; assist clients with financial, living arrangement and vocational issues. Plan, develop and implement policies for program services and provide liaison with Department and County staff and community agencies. For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here . Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications. Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement. Mental Health Program Coordinator IA: Equivalent to possession of a Master's degree from an accredited university or college with major coursework in social work, marriage and family counseling, psychology, psychiatric nursing or a related field, and two years of professional level counseling/therapy experience in a mental health inpatient or outpatient setting. Applicants must be a registered intern or eligible to register as an intern in the State of California at the time of appointment. Mental Health Program Coordinator IB: In addition to the Master's degree listed above, must possess an appropriate license as described in Other Requirements. Mental Health Program Coordinator II: In addition to the Master's degree and license listed above, must possess two years of post-licensing experience as a mental health therapist, clinician or counselor in a mental health inpatient or outpatient setting.(For employees hired in the class of Mental Health Program Coordinator by El Dorado County on or before March 6, 2000: Must possess a Master's degree as listed above and a license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Clinical Psychologist in the State of California.) Other Requirements: All Classifications: Must possess a valid driver's license. May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays. All incumbents must possess the appropriate clinical license described below within five (5) years of employment. Lead or supervisory experience is desirable. Mental Health Program Coordinator IA: Must either be eligible to obtain an appropriate license and/or waiver under the provisions of Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5751.2 to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist or Psychiatrist in the State of California, or must be licensed as a Registered Nurse. Mental Health Program Coordinator IB: In addition to the Master's degree listed above, must possess an appropriate license as described in Other Requirements. Mental Health Program Coordinator II: In addition to the Master's degree and license listed above, must possess two years of post-licensing experience as a mental health therapist, clinician or counselor in a mental health inpatient or outpatient setting. (For employees hired in the class of Mental Health Program Coordinator by El Dorado County on or before March 6, 2000: Must possess a Master's degree as listed above and a license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Clinical Psychologist in the State of California.) Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Mental Health Program Coordinator IA/IB/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at rachel.wallick@edcgov.us. RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation. For more information on the recruitment process, click here . Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Mental Health Program Coordinator IA/IB/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months . We currently have the following vacancies: Two (2) full time vacancies in the Health and Human Services, Behavioral Health Department, located in Placerville, CA. QUALITY MANAGEMENT IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for the Quality Management Mental Health Program Coordinator position would be a l icensed person who does not need to gain clinical hours; there is little/no regular client contact in this role. They would have a b ackground in data analytics. They would have e xperience with Excel, pivot tables, Crystal Reports, and/or other data management tools, be p roactive and able to complete tasks independently. They would have a sound foundational knowledge of Medi-Cal regulations. FULL-SERVICE PARTNERSHIP IDEAL CANDIDATE The Ideal candidate for the Full-Service Partnership Mental Health Program Coordinator position will have experience in coordinating and supervising mental health and/or Substance Use Disorder (SUDs) programs. They will have experience in providing an array of OP mental health services (intake, assessment, case management, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy). They would have e xcellent written and verbal communication skills, the a bility to work independently and as a positive member of a team . They would have s trong computer literacy skills, w orking knowledge of MediCal regulations for Specialty Mental Health Services and experience in supervising and managing a team. They would have an a ctive BBS Licensure, preferably 2 years post license and experience in contract writing, management and administration. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions. The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs, including but not limited to marijuana; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer. Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just: 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento 50 miles from Sacramento Airport 129 miles to San Francisco Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports Skiing and Snowboarding Live Music and Music Festivals Local Craft Breweries and Wineries El Dorado County Fair Placerville Speedway Farm to Fork Restaurants Local Shopping Gems Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information. CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE! The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs! For your Health and Well-Being: Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Basic Life Insurance Long Term Disability (LTD) Discounts on gym memberships For your Financial Future: CalPERSRetirement Deferred Compensation (457) Plans Optional Life Insurance For your Work/Life Balance: Paid Holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accruals To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here . Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law. Closing Date/Time: 4/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class. This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 8/9/23, 10/4/23, 12/6/23, 2/9/24, 4/5/24, 6/7/24, 8/9/24, 10/4/24, 12/6/24 Under direction, to perform a wide range of supervisory and administrative duties, including administration of contracted and County-operated mental health programs and services; supervision of programs and functions that are County-wide and department-wide in nature; supervision of mental health clinics; evaluation of services and programs; and supervision of direct mental health patient care. *Current recruitment includes (but is not limited to) positions for our Access Team. Please click here for more information on this exciting opportunity* Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of current principles and practices of mental health administration principles of organization and supervision principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and federal and state funding techniques of contract negotiation and monitoring principles and techniques of public personnel management, with emphasis on health occupations principles and techniques of clinical interviewing, diagnosis, and treatment most current version of the Diagnosis and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders the purposes, functions and activities of various public and private health care entities, including advocacy groups, involved in mental health and substance abuse State of California laws and regulations governing mental health care workers, nurses, physicians, and other licensed health professionals the Lanterman-Petris-Short Act, the Short-Doyle Act, and other laws and regulations regarding the delivery of mental health services psychiatric treatment modalities current trends in prevention and treatment of mental illness and substance abuse principles and techniques for on-site reviews and program evaluations techniques of planning, evaluating, and organizing a training program current social and economic factors and trends influencing community mental health and substance abuse care services differing cultural, religious, and social attitudes about mental health and substance abuse Ability to plan, organize, direct and coordinate the activities of mental health care programs and activities supervise, directly and through subordinates, a multi-disciplinary staff, including licensed mental health care providers, physicians, nurses, and support staff, and service providers under contract analyze and accurately evaluate management and organizational situations, and make recommendations for effective improvements analyze and effectively evaluate the operations and services of mental health and substance abuse programs, including those of contract providers analyze and interpret laws and regulations governing health services direct complex budget activities establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, subordinates, and the staffs of public and private agencies and groups involved in health programs communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing, and before large groups make effective recommendations regarding staffing and other personnel matters Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training and experience likely to provide the required Knowledge and Abilities as described above. Typical ways include: Possession of a Master's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social work, counseling, psychiatric nursing, or a related field such as health care administration, or in public administration; AND Two years of experience coordinating and/or supervising mental health and/or substance abuse program(s) which included experience in a direct care program such as a public mental health clinic or inpatient facility, OR in an administrative or non-direct care program such as client case management or contract services. Such experience should be equivalent and comparable to the duties of the County's Senior Mental Health Counselor, Senior Psychiatric Nurse, Social Service Supervisor II, Supervising Deputy Public Guardian/Conservator, or Social Worker - Master's Degree. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Typing Certificate requirements can be found by clicking here or by obtaining the requirements from the Employment Services Division office. Special Requirements 1. Some positions in this class involve responsibility for direct patient care, and persons appointed to such positions may be required, in accordance with applicable federal and/or state regulations, to possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Psychiatrist; Psychologist; Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Marriage, Family, and Child Counselor; or Registered Nurse. Note: Failure to maintain a required license may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service rules. The Civil Service Commission approved the use of selective certification for these special requirements for Mental Health Program Coordinator, May 12, 1989. 2. Persons appointed to these classes may be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. 3. Psychiatric health facilities such as the County's Mental Health Center are licensed and regulated by the California State Department of Mental Health; such regulations include staffing and personnel standards which may apply to some positions in these classes and may supersede the above Minimum Qualifications. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 05, 2024
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class. This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 8/9/23, 10/4/23, 12/6/23, 2/9/24, 4/5/24, 6/7/24, 8/9/24, 10/4/24, 12/6/24 Under direction, to perform a wide range of supervisory and administrative duties, including administration of contracted and County-operated mental health programs and services; supervision of programs and functions that are County-wide and department-wide in nature; supervision of mental health clinics; evaluation of services and programs; and supervision of direct mental health patient care. *Current recruitment includes (but is not limited to) positions for our Access Team. Please click here for more information on this exciting opportunity* Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of current principles and practices of mental health administration principles of organization and supervision principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and federal and state funding techniques of contract negotiation and monitoring principles and techniques of public personnel management, with emphasis on health occupations principles and techniques of clinical interviewing, diagnosis, and treatment most current version of the Diagnosis and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders the purposes, functions and activities of various public and private health care entities, including advocacy groups, involved in mental health and substance abuse State of California laws and regulations governing mental health care workers, nurses, physicians, and other licensed health professionals the Lanterman-Petris-Short Act, the Short-Doyle Act, and other laws and regulations regarding the delivery of mental health services psychiatric treatment modalities current trends in prevention and treatment of mental illness and substance abuse principles and techniques for on-site reviews and program evaluations techniques of planning, evaluating, and organizing a training program current social and economic factors and trends influencing community mental health and substance abuse care services differing cultural, religious, and social attitudes about mental health and substance abuse Ability to plan, organize, direct and coordinate the activities of mental health care programs and activities supervise, directly and through subordinates, a multi-disciplinary staff, including licensed mental health care providers, physicians, nurses, and support staff, and service providers under contract analyze and accurately evaluate management and organizational situations, and make recommendations for effective improvements analyze and effectively evaluate the operations and services of mental health and substance abuse programs, including those of contract providers analyze and interpret laws and regulations governing health services direct complex budget activities establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, subordinates, and the staffs of public and private agencies and groups involved in health programs communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing, and before large groups make effective recommendations regarding staffing and other personnel matters Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training and experience likely to provide the required Knowledge and Abilities as described above. Typical ways include: Possession of a Master's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social work, counseling, psychiatric nursing, or a related field such as health care administration, or in public administration; AND Two years of experience coordinating and/or supervising mental health and/or substance abuse program(s) which included experience in a direct care program such as a public mental health clinic or inpatient facility, OR in an administrative or non-direct care program such as client case management or contract services. Such experience should be equivalent and comparable to the duties of the County's Senior Mental Health Counselor, Senior Psychiatric Nurse, Social Service Supervisor II, Supervising Deputy Public Guardian/Conservator, or Social Worker - Master's Degree. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Typing Certificate requirements can be found by clicking here or by obtaining the requirements from the Employment Services Division office. Special Requirements 1. Some positions in this class involve responsibility for direct patient care, and persons appointed to such positions may be required, in accordance with applicable federal and/or state regulations, to possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Psychiatrist; Psychologist; Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Marriage, Family, and Child Counselor; or Registered Nurse. Note: Failure to maintain a required license may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service rules. The Civil Service Commission approved the use of selective certification for these special requirements for Mental Health Program Coordinator, May 12, 1989. 2. Persons appointed to these classes may be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. 3. Psychiatric health facilities such as the County's Mental Health Center are licensed and regulated by the California State Department of Mental Health; such regulations include staffing and personnel standards which may apply to some positions in these classes and may supersede the above Minimum Qualifications. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
The Napa Valley Napa County is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage. Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities. The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities. Napa County as an Employer As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. Learn more HERE . The Position The Behavioral Health Quality Coordinator is generally responsible for tracking state and federal regulatory requirements and ensuring that they are assimilated into the County's Health and Human Services Agency's operational practices. This recruitment is being conducted to fill 1 (one) full-time vacancy. The list established by this recruitment may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and extra help vacancies for up to one year. Position Requirements Experience and Education: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Experience: Four or more years of employment in a program delivering mental health services supported through state and/or federal funding. Education: A Master's degree in behavioral health or a closely related discipline. License or Certificate*: Possession of one of the following valid licenses issued by the State of California is strongly preferred: Licensed Clinical Psychologist; Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Licensed Marriage, Family and Child Therapist. *Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e., active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County. For continued employment with Napa County, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position. The Recruitment Process 1. Applications will be accepted on-line until the current vacancy is filled. 2. Applications will be reviewed for verification of possession of one of the required licenses and supplemental questions reviewed as they are received until the current vacancy is filled. 3. The most qualified candidates from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview on a continuous basis until the current vacancy is filled. The most qualified candidates from the oral panel interview will be placed on the eligibility list for up to twelve months. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the recruitment process at any time. Example of Duties View the full job description including the example of duties HERE. Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code § 3102). Benefits Learn more about the benefits package for this position HERE. ADA Accommodation Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303. Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES BENEFITS INFORMATION SALARY - Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually. ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO - Click here for additional benefits information forPublic ServicesEmployees: https://www.countyofnapa.org/DocumentCenter/View/25886/Benefits-Summary---Public-Service-Employee-PSE THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONS EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION PHYSICAL STANDARDS - Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination. FINGERPRINTING - All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted. SELECTION PROCESS - FOR POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT - The selection process will include an oral board interview, psychological assessment, background investigation, and a pre-employment physical exam. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Napa Valley Napa County is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage. Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities. The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities. Napa County as an Employer As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. Learn more HERE . The Position The Behavioral Health Quality Coordinator is generally responsible for tracking state and federal regulatory requirements and ensuring that they are assimilated into the County's Health and Human Services Agency's operational practices. This recruitment is being conducted to fill 1 (one) full-time vacancy. The list established by this recruitment may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and extra help vacancies for up to one year. Position Requirements Experience and Education: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Experience: Four or more years of employment in a program delivering mental health services supported through state and/or federal funding. Education: A Master's degree in behavioral health or a closely related discipline. License or Certificate*: Possession of one of the following valid licenses issued by the State of California is strongly preferred: Licensed Clinical Psychologist; Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Licensed Marriage, Family and Child Therapist. *Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e., active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County. For continued employment with Napa County, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position. The Recruitment Process 1. Applications will be accepted on-line until the current vacancy is filled. 2. Applications will be reviewed for verification of possession of one of the required licenses and supplemental questions reviewed as they are received until the current vacancy is filled. 3. The most qualified candidates from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview on a continuous basis until the current vacancy is filled. The most qualified candidates from the oral panel interview will be placed on the eligibility list for up to twelve months. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the recruitment process at any time. Example of Duties View the full job description including the example of duties HERE. Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code § 3102). Benefits Learn more about the benefits package for this position HERE. ADA Accommodation Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303. Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES BENEFITS INFORMATION SALARY - Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually. ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO - Click here for additional benefits information forPublic ServicesEmployees: https://www.countyofnapa.org/DocumentCenter/View/25886/Benefits-Summary---Public-Service-Employee-PSE THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONS EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION PHYSICAL STANDARDS - Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination. FINGERPRINTING - All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted. SELECTION PROCESS - FOR POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT - The selection process will include an oral board interview, psychological assessment, background investigation, and a pre-employment physical exam. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Stanislaus County, CA
Modesto, California, United States
About the Opportunity ABOUT THE POSITION Mental Health Clinicians can be assigned, based on departmental needs, to the Adult and Older Adult System of Care (ASOC), Children's System of Care (CSOC), CARE Program, Substance Use Disorders System of Care (SUD), Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Collaborative Court, Crisis Care Mobile Units (CCMU), Medi-Cal Assessment Team (MAT), Quality Services, Utilization Management (UM), Workforce Development and Training Department or the Prevention & Early Intervention Team (PEI). Under direction, Mental Health Clinicians provide clinical assessments, care planning, counseling, clinical case management and other rehabilitative / psychotherapeutic services in a community mental health setting. Mental Health Clinicians are expected to work independently but also function effectively as part of a service team. The incumbents may supervise professional and technical personnel, and provide education and consultation services to other staff, community agencies and the public. In addition, Mental Health Clinicians may administer and coordinate mental health programs, and perform other related work as required. Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Upon successful completion of our bilingual proficiency assessment, you'll receive an additional $1 per hour in compensation. Adult System of Care (ASOC) Service Teams are utilized to provide comprehensive outpatient services to adults with a serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder of Stanislaus County. The focus of treatment efforts is to enable clients to function at their highest level in community. Emphasis is placed on assisting clients in identifying and achieving goals, which are meaningful to them. Treatment Teams are comprised of multi-disciplinary staff and are currently utilizing the psycho-social rehabilitation and recovery models of service delivery. Children’s System of Care (CSOC) Services for children and youth are provided in various programs that work with children, youth and young adults age 0 to 21 years. The Mental Health Clinician will provide intensive services to children and adolescents identified with Serious Emotionally Disturbed (SED), as well as provide services and support to their family/caregivers. This may include children and youth who are involved with the Child Welfare or Probation systems. The Mental Health Clinician will also work with transitional age young adults and/or non-minor dependents who have opted into the foster care system as an adult. Services are provided in the field (in home, school, and community settings). Mental Health Clinicians in this subsystem work collaboratively with outside partners through a Child and Family Team process to ensure coordination of care. The CARE Program CARE is a multidisciplinary team of mental health, criminal justice, and other service providers who facilitate, provide, and share responsibilities of assessment coordination and treatment services to appropriately meet the complex mental, physical, and social needs of the targeted population. The target population includes individuals that may have severe and persistent mental illness, exhibit high-risk health and safety behaviors, engage in vagrancy-related criminal behavior, and experience severe SUDs; and for a variety of reasons, they are not accessing or accepting services. BHRS mental health services providers are embedded on the team to support clients with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) and facilitate direct access to treatment services. The CARE team includes Modesto Police, Probation, Community Services Agency, Telecare, and Public Health. The overarching goal is to see an increase in the target population transition from saying “no” to help to saying “yes” to help. Substance Use Disorders (SUD) The Mental Health Clinician will be assigned to treatment programs and Residential Unit, which is designed to serve adults and older adults who suffer from a Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders. The incumbents are expected to provide clinical 1:1's, group counseling to program participants, and consultation services to program staff. This position may include intake assessments, group facilitation, and individual client sessions. Mental Health Clinicians provide 1:1 counseling and assessments while following regulatory compliances. They are mandated reporters for CPS, APS, and 51/50's. Mental Health Clinicians also provide revenue with Medi-Cal billing. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a 24-hour, seven day a week program. CERT provides emergency mental health assessment and referral services for emergent and pre-emergent behavioral health situations in collaboration with families, consumers, law enforcement and emergency room personnel. Some services are provided in the community through a mobile task force. Non-crisis services include a consumer and family member-staffed Crisis Support Line and on-site peer support available to consumers and families who need support and referrals. Individuals are able to call to access services or request a psychiatric evaluation. CERT personnel should possess sophisticated diagnostic and assessment skills and be available for shift work. Crisis Care Mobile Units (CCMU) The Crisis Emergency Response Team (CERT) program will embed trained crisis mental health staff from Stanislaus County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services to ride along with Modesto Police Department (MPD) patrol officers and Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office (SO) patrol deputies from 1400 to 2200 hours Monday through Friday. CCMU Clinicians will respond with law enforcement to provide mobile crisis services, Triage screening, de-escalation/resolution for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. CCMU Clinicians will work with BHS and CST staff to provide peer support, and coordination with medical and behavioral health services, and follow-up. Medi-Cal Assessment Team (MAT) The Medi-Cal Assessment teams provides mental health assessments to children and adult beneficiaries. The MAT Mental Health Clinician will perform initial assessments to individuals referred for or seeking mental health services. The MAT Mental Health Clinician will assist in linkage for those assessed to programs within BHRS, Contractors, and or alternate level of care such as mild-moderate and or community services. MAT personnel should posses sophisticated diagnostic and assessment skills. Quality Services The Quality Services/Compliance team ensures the following: 1. Quality of care issues are identified, monitored and appropriate corrective actions are taken 2. Pursue continuous quality improvement, through department audits 3. Behavioral health services provided to beneficiaries meet established quality of care standards (Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) protocol; Information Notices (IN); All State Plan Letters (APLs)), 4. Quality is evaluated in the areas of access, satisfaction, continuity of care and quality of care, 5. Provide on-going Electronic Health Record (EHR) Navigation training 6. Program certification and re-certification activities, including program National Provider Identifier (NPI)s and modes of service, and 6. Changes are made and monitored related to DHCS protocol updates. In addition, the compliance component of the Quality Services program ensures the following: 1. Establishment and implementation of procedures and a system with dedicated staff for routine internal monitoring and auditing of compliance risks, prompt response to compliance issues as they are raised, investigation of potential compliance problems as identified in the course of self-evaluation and audits, correction of such problems promptly and thoroughly (or coordination of suspected criminal acts with law enforcement agencies) to reduce the potential for recurrence, and ongoing compliance with the requirements under the contract (Corrective Action Plan (CAP) follow up from all peer reviews; review/discussion of limited mental health contact; review and provide information related to compliance for fact finding data), 2. Implement a compliance program that includes: Written policies, procedures, and standards of conduct that articulate the organization’s commitment to comply with all applicable requirements and standards under the contract, and all applicable laws (provide training opportunities for BHRS compliance program plan; 3. Implement and maintain procedures designed to detect fraud, waste and abuse that include provisions to verify services reimbursed by Medicaid were received by the beneficiary, 4. Monitor access line compliance and procedures in addition to other compliance related requirements in protocol, Mental Health Plan (MHP) contract, and DMC-ODS Internal Government Agreement (IGA)), and 5. Assist with managing and monitoring privacy issues. Utilization Management (UM) The Utilization Management team evaluates medical necessity, appropriateness and efficiency of services provided to Medi-Cal beneficiaries (outpatient treatment plan review; assessment updates), ensures consistent application of review criteria for authorization decisions (outpatient treatment plan; Service Authorization Requests (SARs); SUD Residential) , conducts concurrent review and authorization for all psychiatric inpatient hospital services and psychiatric health facility services (DBHC; Telecare PHF; Out of County (OOC) hospitals) , reviews and completes provider appeals, provides training materials and training related to concurrent review, documentation standards for medical necessity (based on DHCS training and Title 9 regulation) ; and reasons for denials, EHR and database entry (diagnosis review; approved/denied days) , Medi-Cal eligibility check for all inpatient admissions, establish and implement written policies and procedures for all UM activities and delegated activities, and provide on-going trainings related to authorization (delegated activity); Notice of Action Beneficiary Determination (NOABDs). Collaborative Court The Collaborative Court Team is a program with Stanislaus County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services was created to ensure improved coordinated entry into Behavioral Health care for Stanislaus County residents who are involved in the legal system. Workforce Development and Training Department Training Department supports all BHRS staff in connecting to state mandated trainings as well as trainings that support specific job-related tasks. Mental Health Clinician will provide support in coordinating, facilitating and tracking trainings as well as connecting staff to needed training support. Mental Health Clinician will work with various departments in assessing additional training needs and bringing outside partners in for additional support. Prevention & Early Intervention (PEI) Under the direction of the Manager and Staff Services Coordinator of Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI), the Mental Health Clinician will act within the division in a variety of local community settings, requiring partnerships with other organizations or community groups. The Mental Health Clinician may provide training and support to staff and community agencies at different sites within the county. The Mental Health Clinician will act in conjunction with the PEI division’s accordance to state regulations in an effort to engage and impact community in ways that will result in deeper awareness of mental health and access to services, as well as engage in awareness and prevention efforts around suicide. The Mental Health Clinician will engage community in efforts to reduce stigma related to mental health and will help the community to build capacity in independent, self-defined views of wellbeing, wellness, and overall mental health. The Mental Health Clinician may provide guidance and support to a growing collaborative of designated community leaders and agencies from PEI and BHRS-funded programs as well as other community-based mental health and wellness programs. Doing so will ensure access to this prevention strategy in outlying areas where transportation and other factors are barriers to services in traditional centralized locations. Along with these tasks related to the division’s implementation and services delivery, the Mental Health Clinician will act in conjunction with the PEI division within BHRS to fully implement the building of community capacity to provide emotional support to individuals where they live, worship, go to school, and play. The primary function promotes positive community development as a viable broad community effort to improve behavioral health outcomes. To learn more about the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Department, click here . The eligible list generated from this recruitment will be used to fill future full-time, part-time, extra help and on-call vacancies for the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Department. Click here for details . Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Community & Health Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). Part-time extra-help is a provisional classification where permanent status may not be obtained. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments and will perform related duties as assigned. This position is non-benefited except for participation in a 401a program with Nationwide.” The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Typical Tasks Advise clients of available community resources and act as a liaison and/or advocate for clients/families to be able to access community resources effectively; Conduct onsite and field based comprehensive clinical assessments to establish medical necessity criteria and provide clinical interventions without supervision, utilizing different clinical treatment modalities and approaches based on clinical needs; Determine functional impairments of clients and prioritize their needs; In the appropriate therapeutic and/or clinical setting, work with primary care physicians when necessary on treatment plans or provide individual and group services which could include clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. For children and families, assist in assessing challenges and barriers to social and emotional health, and in partnership with them, develop a strength based realistic service plan; Perform appropriate clinical social work and develop treatment plans to address clients functional impairments; Prepare and maintain complex treatment and progress reports and document in client charts as needed; which include, diagnostic and treatment recommendations, discharge planning and follow-up services; Prepare and present cases for review with the clinical service team; Provide client-centered and wellness/recovery/resiliency informed services; Provide crisis intervention and 5150 evaluation on-site, in the field or at neighboring hospital emergency rooms when working with BHRS clients; Provide ongoing clinical assessment, client care planning and effective treatment implementation to children, adults and families; Support and utilize Electronic Medical/Health Record System software; Utilize the 12 Step and social model principles of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment resiliency and crisis intervention within the community; Work collaboratively with a wide range of clinical and non-clinical disciplines to access client and family needs, design effective care planning, service goals or special medical treatment plans regarding utilization of additional resources, such as, home health and hospice; Work collaboratively with consumers and family members using a wellness, recovery or resilient based approach and engage clients in treatment pathways to provide behavioral health needs when appropriated or as needed; Work in tandem with the Child Welfare Department, Education partners, or Regional Center partners if applicable; Work in tandem with the Probation Department, Sheriff's Office, criminal justice partner agencies, and other community partners across the County if applicable; and Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience) KNOWLEDGE Principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, and various treatment modalities; Biological, behavioral and environmental aspects of emotional disturbances, mental disability, and substance abuse; Culturally proficient practices with diverse case load; Scope and activities of the public and private health and welfare agencies and other available resources; and Principles and techniques of mental health education, prevention, and crisis intervention within the community. SKILLS/ABILITIES Perform psychiatric social work and psychotherapy of a complex nature with clients and groups; Prepare clear, concise case work records and make recommendations on the basis of such information; organize and manage a caseload; and work with a bureaucratic system; Retain personal objectivity while dealing with the problems of others; Perform the therapist's role in a manner consistent with professional standards and ethics; Determine functional impairments of clients and prioritize their needs; Decide appropriate treatment focus and methods without clinical supervision; Work with a team to integrate various clinical approaches into a treatment program; and Anticipate a potential crisis, manage and be able to apply appropriate clinical intervention when necessary. We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I PATTERN I Graduation from an accredited two (2) year Graduate School of Social Work with the receipt of a Master's Degree of Social Work which can lead to licensure as a Clinical Social Worker. PATTERN II Graduation from an accredited graduate program with receipt of a Master's Degree which can lead to a License as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT); AND Meet qualifications to participate in a Short-Doyle program; AND Eligible to be licensed as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or a Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California. The Mental Health Clinician I classification is a Veterans' Preference Program eligible job classification. For more information, please click here (Download PDF reader) . MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN II PATTERN I Graduation from an accredited two (2) year Graduate School of Social Work with receipt of a Master's Degree and acquisition of the State recognized license. PATTERN II Graduation from an accredited graduate program with receipt of a Master's Degree and acquisition of a LCSW or MFT License which meets qualifications to participate in a Short-Doyle program. PATTERN III Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology may be substituted for the above educational requirement; AND Two (2) years of experience in a Mental Health setting under clinical supervision as required to qualify for the State recognized license. LICENSE Licensed as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California; OR A license as a Psychologist in the State of California may be substituted for the above licensure requirement. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening may focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "duties" section of the online application. Licensed as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of California; OR Current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Science or must be registered with the California Board of Behavioral Science within 60 days of the commencement of employment; AND Enrollment through Department of Health Care Services Provider Application and Validation for Enrollment (PAVE) portal. Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis. This recruitment may close at any time with no notice. Apply By: Oral Examination: January 5, 2024 Week of January 15th January 19, 2024 Week of January 29th February 2, 2024 Week of February 12th February 16, 2024 Week of February 26th March 1, 2024 Week of March 11th March 15, 2024 Week of March 25th GENERAL INFORMATION Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment medical screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
About the Opportunity ABOUT THE POSITION Mental Health Clinicians can be assigned, based on departmental needs, to the Adult and Older Adult System of Care (ASOC), Children's System of Care (CSOC), CARE Program, Substance Use Disorders System of Care (SUD), Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Collaborative Court, Crisis Care Mobile Units (CCMU), Medi-Cal Assessment Team (MAT), Quality Services, Utilization Management (UM), Workforce Development and Training Department or the Prevention & Early Intervention Team (PEI). Under direction, Mental Health Clinicians provide clinical assessments, care planning, counseling, clinical case management and other rehabilitative / psychotherapeutic services in a community mental health setting. Mental Health Clinicians are expected to work independently but also function effectively as part of a service team. The incumbents may supervise professional and technical personnel, and provide education and consultation services to other staff, community agencies and the public. In addition, Mental Health Clinicians may administer and coordinate mental health programs, and perform other related work as required. Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Upon successful completion of our bilingual proficiency assessment, you'll receive an additional $1 per hour in compensation. Adult System of Care (ASOC) Service Teams are utilized to provide comprehensive outpatient services to adults with a serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder of Stanislaus County. The focus of treatment efforts is to enable clients to function at their highest level in community. Emphasis is placed on assisting clients in identifying and achieving goals, which are meaningful to them. Treatment Teams are comprised of multi-disciplinary staff and are currently utilizing the psycho-social rehabilitation and recovery models of service delivery. Children’s System of Care (CSOC) Services for children and youth are provided in various programs that work with children, youth and young adults age 0 to 21 years. The Mental Health Clinician will provide intensive services to children and adolescents identified with Serious Emotionally Disturbed (SED), as well as provide services and support to their family/caregivers. This may include children and youth who are involved with the Child Welfare or Probation systems. The Mental Health Clinician will also work with transitional age young adults and/or non-minor dependents who have opted into the foster care system as an adult. Services are provided in the field (in home, school, and community settings). Mental Health Clinicians in this subsystem work collaboratively with outside partners through a Child and Family Team process to ensure coordination of care. The CARE Program CARE is a multidisciplinary team of mental health, criminal justice, and other service providers who facilitate, provide, and share responsibilities of assessment coordination and treatment services to appropriately meet the complex mental, physical, and social needs of the targeted population. The target population includes individuals that may have severe and persistent mental illness, exhibit high-risk health and safety behaviors, engage in vagrancy-related criminal behavior, and experience severe SUDs; and for a variety of reasons, they are not accessing or accepting services. BHRS mental health services providers are embedded on the team to support clients with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) and facilitate direct access to treatment services. The CARE team includes Modesto Police, Probation, Community Services Agency, Telecare, and Public Health. The overarching goal is to see an increase in the target population transition from saying “no” to help to saying “yes” to help. Substance Use Disorders (SUD) The Mental Health Clinician will be assigned to treatment programs and Residential Unit, which is designed to serve adults and older adults who suffer from a Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders. The incumbents are expected to provide clinical 1:1's, group counseling to program participants, and consultation services to program staff. This position may include intake assessments, group facilitation, and individual client sessions. Mental Health Clinicians provide 1:1 counseling and assessments while following regulatory compliances. They are mandated reporters for CPS, APS, and 51/50's. Mental Health Clinicians also provide revenue with Medi-Cal billing. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a 24-hour, seven day a week program. CERT provides emergency mental health assessment and referral services for emergent and pre-emergent behavioral health situations in collaboration with families, consumers, law enforcement and emergency room personnel. Some services are provided in the community through a mobile task force. Non-crisis services include a consumer and family member-staffed Crisis Support Line and on-site peer support available to consumers and families who need support and referrals. Individuals are able to call to access services or request a psychiatric evaluation. CERT personnel should possess sophisticated diagnostic and assessment skills and be available for shift work. Crisis Care Mobile Units (CCMU) The Crisis Emergency Response Team (CERT) program will embed trained crisis mental health staff from Stanislaus County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services to ride along with Modesto Police Department (MPD) patrol officers and Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office (SO) patrol deputies from 1400 to 2200 hours Monday through Friday. CCMU Clinicians will respond with law enforcement to provide mobile crisis services, Triage screening, de-escalation/resolution for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. CCMU Clinicians will work with BHS and CST staff to provide peer support, and coordination with medical and behavioral health services, and follow-up. Medi-Cal Assessment Team (MAT) The Medi-Cal Assessment teams provides mental health assessments to children and adult beneficiaries. The MAT Mental Health Clinician will perform initial assessments to individuals referred for or seeking mental health services. The MAT Mental Health Clinician will assist in linkage for those assessed to programs within BHRS, Contractors, and or alternate level of care such as mild-moderate and or community services. MAT personnel should posses sophisticated diagnostic and assessment skills. Quality Services The Quality Services/Compliance team ensures the following: 1. Quality of care issues are identified, monitored and appropriate corrective actions are taken 2. Pursue continuous quality improvement, through department audits 3. Behavioral health services provided to beneficiaries meet established quality of care standards (Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) protocol; Information Notices (IN); All State Plan Letters (APLs)), 4. Quality is evaluated in the areas of access, satisfaction, continuity of care and quality of care, 5. Provide on-going Electronic Health Record (EHR) Navigation training 6. Program certification and re-certification activities, including program National Provider Identifier (NPI)s and modes of service, and 6. Changes are made and monitored related to DHCS protocol updates. In addition, the compliance component of the Quality Services program ensures the following: 1. Establishment and implementation of procedures and a system with dedicated staff for routine internal monitoring and auditing of compliance risks, prompt response to compliance issues as they are raised, investigation of potential compliance problems as identified in the course of self-evaluation and audits, correction of such problems promptly and thoroughly (or coordination of suspected criminal acts with law enforcement agencies) to reduce the potential for recurrence, and ongoing compliance with the requirements under the contract (Corrective Action Plan (CAP) follow up from all peer reviews; review/discussion of limited mental health contact; review and provide information related to compliance for fact finding data), 2. Implement a compliance program that includes: Written policies, procedures, and standards of conduct that articulate the organization’s commitment to comply with all applicable requirements and standards under the contract, and all applicable laws (provide training opportunities for BHRS compliance program plan; 3. Implement and maintain procedures designed to detect fraud, waste and abuse that include provisions to verify services reimbursed by Medicaid were received by the beneficiary, 4. Monitor access line compliance and procedures in addition to other compliance related requirements in protocol, Mental Health Plan (MHP) contract, and DMC-ODS Internal Government Agreement (IGA)), and 5. Assist with managing and monitoring privacy issues. Utilization Management (UM) The Utilization Management team evaluates medical necessity, appropriateness and efficiency of services provided to Medi-Cal beneficiaries (outpatient treatment plan review; assessment updates), ensures consistent application of review criteria for authorization decisions (outpatient treatment plan; Service Authorization Requests (SARs); SUD Residential) , conducts concurrent review and authorization for all psychiatric inpatient hospital services and psychiatric health facility services (DBHC; Telecare PHF; Out of County (OOC) hospitals) , reviews and completes provider appeals, provides training materials and training related to concurrent review, documentation standards for medical necessity (based on DHCS training and Title 9 regulation) ; and reasons for denials, EHR and database entry (diagnosis review; approved/denied days) , Medi-Cal eligibility check for all inpatient admissions, establish and implement written policies and procedures for all UM activities and delegated activities, and provide on-going trainings related to authorization (delegated activity); Notice of Action Beneficiary Determination (NOABDs). Collaborative Court The Collaborative Court Team is a program with Stanislaus County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services was created to ensure improved coordinated entry into Behavioral Health care for Stanislaus County residents who are involved in the legal system. Workforce Development and Training Department Training Department supports all BHRS staff in connecting to state mandated trainings as well as trainings that support specific job-related tasks. Mental Health Clinician will provide support in coordinating, facilitating and tracking trainings as well as connecting staff to needed training support. Mental Health Clinician will work with various departments in assessing additional training needs and bringing outside partners in for additional support. Prevention & Early Intervention (PEI) Under the direction of the Manager and Staff Services Coordinator of Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI), the Mental Health Clinician will act within the division in a variety of local community settings, requiring partnerships with other organizations or community groups. The Mental Health Clinician may provide training and support to staff and community agencies at different sites within the county. The Mental Health Clinician will act in conjunction with the PEI division’s accordance to state regulations in an effort to engage and impact community in ways that will result in deeper awareness of mental health and access to services, as well as engage in awareness and prevention efforts around suicide. The Mental Health Clinician will engage community in efforts to reduce stigma related to mental health and will help the community to build capacity in independent, self-defined views of wellbeing, wellness, and overall mental health. The Mental Health Clinician may provide guidance and support to a growing collaborative of designated community leaders and agencies from PEI and BHRS-funded programs as well as other community-based mental health and wellness programs. Doing so will ensure access to this prevention strategy in outlying areas where transportation and other factors are barriers to services in traditional centralized locations. Along with these tasks related to the division’s implementation and services delivery, the Mental Health Clinician will act in conjunction with the PEI division within BHRS to fully implement the building of community capacity to provide emotional support to individuals where they live, worship, go to school, and play. The primary function promotes positive community development as a viable broad community effort to improve behavioral health outcomes. To learn more about the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Department, click here . The eligible list generated from this recruitment will be used to fill future full-time, part-time, extra help and on-call vacancies for the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Department. Click here for details . Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Community & Health Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). Part-time extra-help is a provisional classification where permanent status may not be obtained. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments and will perform related duties as assigned. This position is non-benefited except for participation in a 401a program with Nationwide.” The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Typical Tasks Advise clients of available community resources and act as a liaison and/or advocate for clients/families to be able to access community resources effectively; Conduct onsite and field based comprehensive clinical assessments to establish medical necessity criteria and provide clinical interventions without supervision, utilizing different clinical treatment modalities and approaches based on clinical needs; Determine functional impairments of clients and prioritize their needs; In the appropriate therapeutic and/or clinical setting, work with primary care physicians when necessary on treatment plans or provide individual and group services which could include clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. For children and families, assist in assessing challenges and barriers to social and emotional health, and in partnership with them, develop a strength based realistic service plan; Perform appropriate clinical social work and develop treatment plans to address clients functional impairments; Prepare and maintain complex treatment and progress reports and document in client charts as needed; which include, diagnostic and treatment recommendations, discharge planning and follow-up services; Prepare and present cases for review with the clinical service team; Provide client-centered and wellness/recovery/resiliency informed services; Provide crisis intervention and 5150 evaluation on-site, in the field or at neighboring hospital emergency rooms when working with BHRS clients; Provide ongoing clinical assessment, client care planning and effective treatment implementation to children, adults and families; Support and utilize Electronic Medical/Health Record System software; Utilize the 12 Step and social model principles of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment resiliency and crisis intervention within the community; Work collaboratively with a wide range of clinical and non-clinical disciplines to access client and family needs, design effective care planning, service goals or special medical treatment plans regarding utilization of additional resources, such as, home health and hospice; Work collaboratively with consumers and family members using a wellness, recovery or resilient based approach and engage clients in treatment pathways to provide behavioral health needs when appropriated or as needed; Work in tandem with the Child Welfare Department, Education partners, or Regional Center partners if applicable; Work in tandem with the Probation Department, Sheriff's Office, criminal justice partner agencies, and other community partners across the County if applicable; and Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience) KNOWLEDGE Principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, and various treatment modalities; Biological, behavioral and environmental aspects of emotional disturbances, mental disability, and substance abuse; Culturally proficient practices with diverse case load; Scope and activities of the public and private health and welfare agencies and other available resources; and Principles and techniques of mental health education, prevention, and crisis intervention within the community. SKILLS/ABILITIES Perform psychiatric social work and psychotherapy of a complex nature with clients and groups; Prepare clear, concise case work records and make recommendations on the basis of such information; organize and manage a caseload; and work with a bureaucratic system; Retain personal objectivity while dealing with the problems of others; Perform the therapist's role in a manner consistent with professional standards and ethics; Determine functional impairments of clients and prioritize their needs; Decide appropriate treatment focus and methods without clinical supervision; Work with a team to integrate various clinical approaches into a treatment program; and Anticipate a potential crisis, manage and be able to apply appropriate clinical intervention when necessary. We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I PATTERN I Graduation from an accredited two (2) year Graduate School of Social Work with the receipt of a Master's Degree of Social Work which can lead to licensure as a Clinical Social Worker. PATTERN II Graduation from an accredited graduate program with receipt of a Master's Degree which can lead to a License as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT); AND Meet qualifications to participate in a Short-Doyle program; AND Eligible to be licensed as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or a Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California. The Mental Health Clinician I classification is a Veterans' Preference Program eligible job classification. For more information, please click here (Download PDF reader) . MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN II PATTERN I Graduation from an accredited two (2) year Graduate School of Social Work with receipt of a Master's Degree and acquisition of the State recognized license. PATTERN II Graduation from an accredited graduate program with receipt of a Master's Degree and acquisition of a LCSW or MFT License which meets qualifications to participate in a Short-Doyle program. PATTERN III Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology may be substituted for the above educational requirement; AND Two (2) years of experience in a Mental Health setting under clinical supervision as required to qualify for the State recognized license. LICENSE Licensed as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California; OR A license as a Psychologist in the State of California may be substituted for the above licensure requirement. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening may focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "duties" section of the online application. Licensed as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of California; OR Current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Science or must be registered with the California Board of Behavioral Science within 60 days of the commencement of employment; AND Enrollment through Department of Health Care Services Provider Application and Validation for Enrollment (PAVE) portal. Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis. This recruitment may close at any time with no notice. Apply By: Oral Examination: January 5, 2024 Week of January 15th January 19, 2024 Week of January 29th February 2, 2024 Week of February 12th February 16, 2024 Week of February 26th March 1, 2024 Week of March 11th March 15, 2024 Week of March 25th GENERAL INFORMATION Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment medical screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Stanislaus County, CA
Modesto, California, United States
About the Opportunity THE POSITION This recruitment is being conducted to fill three full-time Mental Health Clinician III vacancies within Stanislaus County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services department - Workforce Development and Training and Quality Services. The Mental Health Clinician III is the advanced journey level class in the Mental Health Clinician series working independently to perform complex and technical clinical work. The Mental Health Clinician III will provide administrative support and technical assistance in the areas of quality improvement, risk management, compliance/regulatory standards, state and other audits/reviews, and training. Quality Services Mental Health Clinician III staff will regularly meet with the BHRS Quality Services and Risk Manager for the purpose of supervision, oversight and problem solving. This position ensures the highest level of quality is met throughout our department and will assist the Quality Services Staff Services Analysts. This position also works closely with Senior Leadership and other supervisory staff on quality services processes. The Workforce Development and Training Department provides effective training that promotes continuous learning and professional development and offers opportunities for staff to maintain their licensure, or re-certification by providing continuing education units. The Workforce Development and Training Department Mental Health Clinician III will assist in the Department’s Training Program under the direction and guidance of the Workforce Education and Training Coordinator/Manager. The Mental Health Clinician III will work directly with the different systems of care to assure they are receiving the appropriate and required training to promote their staff’s knowledge and quality service for all clients. The Mental Health Clinician III will also help review, research, create and/or facilitate trainings for BHRS staff and contractors. In addition, the Mental Health Clinician III will assist in providing clinical supervision to ASW/AMFT/APCC’s and school interns. This position requires effective oral and written communication skills, the ability to work within a team framework and multicultural knowledge, skills and experience. Other desirable qualities for these positions include the ability to maintain accurate, well-organized records, knowledge of clinical standards and Medi-Cal documentation requirements for both mental health and substance use disorders, and an understanding of the quality improvement processes and tools. Knowledge and experience using the electronic health record, spreadsheets and database software are extremely important to succeed in this position. Stanislaus County adheres to all Public Health Orders and is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. To view the current Public Health orders, please visit the California Department of Public Health website here for more information. To learn more about the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services department, click here . Click here for details. Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Community & Health Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Typical Tasks Participate in out of county activities related to Quality Services such as meetings and annual conferences; Conduct department audits and pre-audit site certifications; Develop, train, and support staff and contractors in the department documentation content and Medi-Cal standards to ensure compliance; Assist in organizing, data collecting, and facilitating the State/Federal audits for the department; Provide support around training of department staff and contractors in the areas of electronic health record Medi-Cal documentation standards; Assist with complaint review and analysis/ investigation of incident reports; Assist with testing and training electronic health record updates and new releases; Assist the state required Performance Improvement Projects Develop and update department policies related to BHRS Quality Services and Risk Management Coordinate quality and compliance review processes; Provide support to the Quality Management Team; Analyze new clinical processes and regulations and assist with implementation through the electronic health record or other necessary platforms; Participate as a positive contributing member within a collaborative team, utilizing conflict resolution techniques; Ability to utilize technology and computer software (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, etc.); WE&T Mental Health Clinician III will provide culturally competent supervision for assigned clinical and/or interns; Provide presentations on various identified trainings for department and contract agency staff; Train in ethical practices and compliance issues; Knowledge of Mental Health Services Act essential elements; Strategically build and maintain relationships with co-workers, community partners across the county, and participate in a wide range of community collaborative and capacity building efforts, and provide education to reduce stigma; A strong commitment to and demonstrated skills in provision of culturally competent services to diverse populations, consistently utilizing multicultural skills, knowledge and experience; WE&T Mental Health Clinician III will evaluate employee performance related to progress toward licensure and ability of staff they are clinically supervising; WE&T Mental Health Clinician III will provide group and individual clinical supervision and training focusing on case formulation and clinical diagnosis; WE&T Mental Health Clinician III will supervise assigned staff to meet BBS required ratio or supervision to direct practice; Ensure compliance with statutes of the Board of Behavioral Science (BBS); and Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience) KNOWLEDGE Possess all the knowledge of a MHC II classification including clinical licensure in addition to; Extensive experience and training in the provision of culturally competent services to diverse populations and groups; Current BBS requirements for appropriate licenses; Regulatory compliance issues, departmental policies, documentation standards, legal and ethical issues and quality management; and Multicultural skills. SKILLS/ABILITIES Posses all the skills and abilities of a MHC II in addition to: Maintain required supervision records related to licensure and BBS requirements; Maintain licensure though the BBS; Collaborate and cooperate with the administrative supervisor; Participate as a member of the team and supervise Mental Health Clinicians I/II; Complete BBS Supervision Training; Demonstrate excellence in clinical practice, clinical supervision and cross cultural supervision; Demonstrate evidence of exemplary clinical service; Demonstrate high level of ethical practice with no ethical violations; and Demonstrate specialized clinical practice knowledge and skill with specific client populations. We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. Graduation from an accredited two (2) year graduate program with receipt of a master’s degree; AND Licensed in the State of California as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC); AND Enrollment through the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Provider Application and Validation for Enrollment (PAVE) portal; AND Two (2) years of post-licensure clinical practice experience in a behavioral health setting providing Short-Doyle Medi-Cal Specialty Mental Health Services (SMHS) or Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System Services (DMC-ODS) Proof of education and certification is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof of education must call (209) 525-7339 to make other arrangements before 5:00 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing date will result in disqualification. Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consist of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. Written Examination. A pplicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: April 1, 2024, at 5 pm. Oral Examination: The week of April 8, 2024 Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, extra-help and on-call vacancies throughout Behavioral Health and Recovery Services . GENERAL INFORMATION Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org . Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary . Closing Date/Time: 4/1/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Mar 19, 2024
Full Time
About the Opportunity THE POSITION This recruitment is being conducted to fill three full-time Mental Health Clinician III vacancies within Stanislaus County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services department - Workforce Development and Training and Quality Services. The Mental Health Clinician III is the advanced journey level class in the Mental Health Clinician series working independently to perform complex and technical clinical work. The Mental Health Clinician III will provide administrative support and technical assistance in the areas of quality improvement, risk management, compliance/regulatory standards, state and other audits/reviews, and training. Quality Services Mental Health Clinician III staff will regularly meet with the BHRS Quality Services and Risk Manager for the purpose of supervision, oversight and problem solving. This position ensures the highest level of quality is met throughout our department and will assist the Quality Services Staff Services Analysts. This position also works closely with Senior Leadership and other supervisory staff on quality services processes. The Workforce Development and Training Department provides effective training that promotes continuous learning and professional development and offers opportunities for staff to maintain their licensure, or re-certification by providing continuing education units. The Workforce Development and Training Department Mental Health Clinician III will assist in the Department’s Training Program under the direction and guidance of the Workforce Education and Training Coordinator/Manager. The Mental Health Clinician III will work directly with the different systems of care to assure they are receiving the appropriate and required training to promote their staff’s knowledge and quality service for all clients. The Mental Health Clinician III will also help review, research, create and/or facilitate trainings for BHRS staff and contractors. In addition, the Mental Health Clinician III will assist in providing clinical supervision to ASW/AMFT/APCC’s and school interns. This position requires effective oral and written communication skills, the ability to work within a team framework and multicultural knowledge, skills and experience. Other desirable qualities for these positions include the ability to maintain accurate, well-organized records, knowledge of clinical standards and Medi-Cal documentation requirements for both mental health and substance use disorders, and an understanding of the quality improvement processes and tools. Knowledge and experience using the electronic health record, spreadsheets and database software are extremely important to succeed in this position. Stanislaus County adheres to all Public Health Orders and is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. To view the current Public Health orders, please visit the California Department of Public Health website here for more information. To learn more about the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services department, click here . Click here for details. Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Community & Health Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Typical Tasks Participate in out of county activities related to Quality Services such as meetings and annual conferences; Conduct department audits and pre-audit site certifications; Develop, train, and support staff and contractors in the department documentation content and Medi-Cal standards to ensure compliance; Assist in organizing, data collecting, and facilitating the State/Federal audits for the department; Provide support around training of department staff and contractors in the areas of electronic health record Medi-Cal documentation standards; Assist with complaint review and analysis/ investigation of incident reports; Assist with testing and training electronic health record updates and new releases; Assist the state required Performance Improvement Projects Develop and update department policies related to BHRS Quality Services and Risk Management Coordinate quality and compliance review processes; Provide support to the Quality Management Team; Analyze new clinical processes and regulations and assist with implementation through the electronic health record or other necessary platforms; Participate as a positive contributing member within a collaborative team, utilizing conflict resolution techniques; Ability to utilize technology and computer software (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, etc.); WE&T Mental Health Clinician III will provide culturally competent supervision for assigned clinical and/or interns; Provide presentations on various identified trainings for department and contract agency staff; Train in ethical practices and compliance issues; Knowledge of Mental Health Services Act essential elements; Strategically build and maintain relationships with co-workers, community partners across the county, and participate in a wide range of community collaborative and capacity building efforts, and provide education to reduce stigma; A strong commitment to and demonstrated skills in provision of culturally competent services to diverse populations, consistently utilizing multicultural skills, knowledge and experience; WE&T Mental Health Clinician III will evaluate employee performance related to progress toward licensure and ability of staff they are clinically supervising; WE&T Mental Health Clinician III will provide group and individual clinical supervision and training focusing on case formulation and clinical diagnosis; WE&T Mental Health Clinician III will supervise assigned staff to meet BBS required ratio or supervision to direct practice; Ensure compliance with statutes of the Board of Behavioral Science (BBS); and Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience) KNOWLEDGE Possess all the knowledge of a MHC II classification including clinical licensure in addition to; Extensive experience and training in the provision of culturally competent services to diverse populations and groups; Current BBS requirements for appropriate licenses; Regulatory compliance issues, departmental policies, documentation standards, legal and ethical issues and quality management; and Multicultural skills. SKILLS/ABILITIES Posses all the skills and abilities of a MHC II in addition to: Maintain required supervision records related to licensure and BBS requirements; Maintain licensure though the BBS; Collaborate and cooperate with the administrative supervisor; Participate as a member of the team and supervise Mental Health Clinicians I/II; Complete BBS Supervision Training; Demonstrate excellence in clinical practice, clinical supervision and cross cultural supervision; Demonstrate evidence of exemplary clinical service; Demonstrate high level of ethical practice with no ethical violations; and Demonstrate specialized clinical practice knowledge and skill with specific client populations. We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. Graduation from an accredited two (2) year graduate program with receipt of a master’s degree; AND Licensed in the State of California as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC); AND Enrollment through the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Provider Application and Validation for Enrollment (PAVE) portal; AND Two (2) years of post-licensure clinical practice experience in a behavioral health setting providing Short-Doyle Medi-Cal Specialty Mental Health Services (SMHS) or Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System Services (DMC-ODS) Proof of education and certification is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof of education must call (209) 525-7339 to make other arrangements before 5:00 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing date will result in disqualification. Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consist of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. Written Examination. A pplicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: April 1, 2024, at 5 pm. Oral Examination: The week of April 8, 2024 Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, extra-help and on-call vacancies throughout Behavioral Health and Recovery Services . GENERAL INFORMATION Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org . Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary . Closing Date/Time: 4/1/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information FIRST DAY OF FILING: May 31, 2023 at 8:00 A.M. (PDT) Until the needs of the services are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y9038P TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering up to a 20% bonus for full-time Mental Health Clinical Supervisor positions hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers, four acute hospitals and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: At the full professional level and under the general direction of a licensed clinical program manager, supervises and coordinates multidisciplinary and ancillary support staff in the provision of mental health services to clients. Provides daily administrative oversight to the team, with technical supervision of licensed clinical staff exercised in accordance with scope-of-practice guidelines. Essential Job Functions Confers with program manager concerning human resources and work problems. Reviews case records for completeness, consistency, and quality of mental health services provided including application of proper techniques; ensures compliance with state and federal mandates. Discusses problem cases with workers and makes suggestions and recommendations. Trains, instructs, and evaluates workers and makes work assignments. Consults with individual workers to promote staff development and to suggest solutions to problem cases. Effectively communicates program, administrative, and clinical direction to subordinate staff. Studies and makes suggestions and recommendations on special, complicated, or problem cases. Identifies staff training and development requirements and provides training and guidance to administrative and clinical staff to ensure mental health services delivery effectiveness. Assists in planning, developing, and implementing mandatory and discretionary mental health programs in accordance with applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations by determining type and level of services to be provided; measures of quality-assurance to be employed; and formulating and carrying out policies and procedures. Keeps informed of new developments in the field of psychiatric social work. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Two years of post-licensure social work experience in a recognized* social services or mental health care setting involving problems of mental or emotional adjustment and the use of psychiatric consultation. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional points will be awarded for experience in excess of the Selection Requirements. LICENSE: A valid and active license** as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. 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 may be required. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *Recognized social services agency is defined as any agency and/or professional organization for profit and/or nonprofit consisting of professional Social Worker services/staff. The primary mission is to maintain and utilize the professional social work standards of practice, advancing sound social work policies and providing services to individuals and/or the public. **Applicants must complete the License and Certification section of the application and provide the title of the required license, the number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Selection Requirements, attach a legible copy of the required license to your application at the time of filing , or email the required document to the exam analyst at hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your application online. When emailing documents, please include the exam number and exam title. The original license must be presented during the selection process and prior to appointment. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training, experience and desirable qualifications based upon application information, weighted 100%. Applicants MUST MEET the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS and ACHIEVE a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of 12 months. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.01 (D), successful candidates shall be assembled into separate groups as follows: Group 1: 85% - 100% Group 2: 70% - 84.99% Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job-related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); substance abuse; anyone on probation. APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT AND AT ANY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS. APPOINTEES WILL BE IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH INMATE PATIENTS IN A JAIL ENVIRONMENT PROVIDING SERVICES TO INMATE PATIENTS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in throughout the Department of Health Services - Correctional Facilities. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PDT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from Los Angeles County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-7111 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Hilary Hocking, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information FIRST DAY OF FILING: May 31, 2023 at 8:00 A.M. (PDT) Until the needs of the services are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y9038P TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering up to a 20% bonus for full-time Mental Health Clinical Supervisor positions hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers, four acute hospitals and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: At the full professional level and under the general direction of a licensed clinical program manager, supervises and coordinates multidisciplinary and ancillary support staff in the provision of mental health services to clients. Provides daily administrative oversight to the team, with technical supervision of licensed clinical staff exercised in accordance with scope-of-practice guidelines. Essential Job Functions Confers with program manager concerning human resources and work problems. Reviews case records for completeness, consistency, and quality of mental health services provided including application of proper techniques; ensures compliance with state and federal mandates. Discusses problem cases with workers and makes suggestions and recommendations. Trains, instructs, and evaluates workers and makes work assignments. Consults with individual workers to promote staff development and to suggest solutions to problem cases. Effectively communicates program, administrative, and clinical direction to subordinate staff. Studies and makes suggestions and recommendations on special, complicated, or problem cases. Identifies staff training and development requirements and provides training and guidance to administrative and clinical staff to ensure mental health services delivery effectiveness. Assists in planning, developing, and implementing mandatory and discretionary mental health programs in accordance with applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations by determining type and level of services to be provided; measures of quality-assurance to be employed; and formulating and carrying out policies and procedures. Keeps informed of new developments in the field of psychiatric social work. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Two years of post-licensure social work experience in a recognized* social services or mental health care setting involving problems of mental or emotional adjustment and the use of psychiatric consultation. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional points will be awarded for experience in excess of the Selection Requirements. LICENSE: A valid and active license** as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. 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 may be required. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *Recognized social services agency is defined as any agency and/or professional organization for profit and/or nonprofit consisting of professional Social Worker services/staff. The primary mission is to maintain and utilize the professional social work standards of practice, advancing sound social work policies and providing services to individuals and/or the public. **Applicants must complete the License and Certification section of the application and provide the title of the required license, the number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Selection Requirements, attach a legible copy of the required license to your application at the time of filing , or email the required document to the exam analyst at hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing your application online. When emailing documents, please include the exam number and exam title. The original license must be presented during the selection process and prior to appointment. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training, experience and desirable qualifications based upon application information, weighted 100%. Applicants MUST MEET the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS and ACHIEVE a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register for a period of 12 months. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.01 (D), successful candidates shall be assembled into separate groups as follows: Group 1: 85% - 100% Group 2: 70% - 84.99% Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job-related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); substance abuse; anyone on probation. APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT AND AT ANY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS. APPOINTEES WILL BE IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH INMATE PATIENTS IN A JAIL ENVIRONMENT PROVIDING SERVICES TO INMATE PATIENTS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in throughout the Department of Health Services - Correctional Facilities. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PDT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from Los Angeles County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-7111 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Hilary Hocking, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Contra Costa County, CA
Contra Costa County, California, United States
The Position *** Open Until Positions Are Filled*** This recruitment may close at any time, qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases: 5% on July 1, 2023 5% on July 1, 2024 5% on July 1, 2025 The Behavioral Health Division is offering an excellent employment opportunity with its three (3) Mental Health Program Manager positions: One position in the Mental Health Access Line & Care Management Unit One position in Forensic Services One position in Children's Wraparound Services Two positions in Detention Mental Health PLEASE NOTE: The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies within other divisions. Mental Health Access Line & Care Management Unit: The Program Manager over the Mental Health Access Line and Care Management unit oversees and monitors the delivery of mental health services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries county-wide. The Access Line is the main entry point into the system of care where callers are screened and referred for mental health services. The Care Management Unit is responsible for utilization management, ensuring the quality of care, recruiting, contracting, and monitoring network providers, and paying outpatient and inpatient provider claims. Some responsibilities include coordinating with various stakeholders to oversee operations for two distinct lines of business (Specialty Mental Health Services and Non-Specialty Mental Health Services); overseeing recruitment, contract management/budget for network providers; and managing data collection/analysis for program monitoring and improvement. Forensic Services: The Forensic Services Program Manager is responsible for multiple programs that partner with various aspects of the justice system (courts, local police departments, Probation, Public Defender’s office, and District Attorney’s office). Responsibilities include coordination of services with community partners, managing data collection according to funding source requirements, participating in Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) quarterly stakeholder meetings, overseeing service provision of community-based organizations, coordinating services with local custody, and working closely with the Forensics Chief on implementation of Care Court requirements. Children's Wraparound Services The Wraparound Program Manager is responsible for operations of our County-wide Wraparound program and will oversee the work of Wraparound facilitators, our Mentorship program, and our Family Services Coordinator. The selected candidate will be responsible for ongoing training of program staff, implementation of Wraparound services to model fidelity, and coordinating county-wide Wraparound services, including those of contracted providers. In collaboration with the Child Welfare Department, the selected candidate will coordinate the Wraparound care for foster youth and the implementation of the Families First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) Wraparound Aftercare mandate. In addition, the candidate will provide clinical supervision and oversight of the Mt Diablo Counseling and Wraparound Clinic. Detention Mental Health The Detention Mental Health Program Manager will work under the supervision of the Detention Mental Health Program Chief to promote and monitor behavioral health services for patients at the Martinez Detention Facility, West County Detention Facility and Marsh Creek Detention Facility. The selected candidate will also be responsible for assisting with the development of programs, policies, participating in the quality improvement program, providing direct supervision to clinical staff, leading the clinical team at the adult detention facilities, and collaborating with justice partners and the community to improve the detention mental health delivery system. We are looking for someone who: Handles stress well . You will need to remain calm under pressure while addressing demands from multiple sources Is a team player . You will be responsible for providing effective and supportive feedback to team members Is flexible . You will need to adjust quickly during periods of prolonged stress Is focused . You will need to manage larger program goals without being distracted by less important matters Has a leadership mindset . You will lead a team through service and support of their work and efforts What you will typically be responsible for: Auditing the staff’s adherence to standard work and workflows Providing feedback to the team regarding performance and understanding of workflows Reporting on the team’s compliance with workflows Facilitating improvement meetings, staff meetings, and coaching staff on an individual basis Hiring, training, onboarding new staff, and maintaining personnel folders Developing surveillance strategies for Key Performance Indicators, program requirements, and compliance metrics Reviewing critical clinical practices for patient and staff safety Coordinating program activities with sister agencies across systems A few reasons why you might love this job: You will support the creation and maintenance of a healthcare system that supports patient and staff safety You will work with a highly dedicated and diverse team of professionals who value the service of others You will contribute to a dynamic organization that embraces creativity, learning, and mutual support A few challenges you might face in this job: You will need to provide support and structure for team members who provide direct service to populations experiencing complex needs You will be responsible for analyzing and assessing complex problems that occur across and between professional disciplines You will need to remain focused and organized in a fast pace work environment Competencies Required: Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative): Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships Handling & Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal Leveraging Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace Driving Results: Demonstrating concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal standard of excellence Managing & Facilitating Change: Addressing key factors that influence successful organizational change Managing Organizational Complexity: Maneuvering through complex political situations and functions within the organization Read the complete job description by clicking this link. The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six months. Minimum Qualifications License Required: 1. Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process. 2. Positions assigned to manage a mental health clinic or program which requires clinical supervision of staff must possess one of the following professional licenses: Either: a. A valid license issued by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) , or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC); or b. A valid license as a Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology. Education: Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major in psychology, social work, counseling or a closely related field. Experience: Three (3) years of full-time post-licensure experience, or its equivalent, providing mental health services in a behavioral health program or agency, one (1) year of which must have included supervising either a direct care program such as a public mental health clinic or inpatient facility, OR three (3) years of full-time experience or its equivalent, in mental health program administration, one (1) year of which must have included administrative responsibility for mental health programs/services and the supervision of subordinate staff. ** Please be sure to attach your CA Board of Behavioral Sciences license and degree to your application. ** Selection Process Application Filing and Evaluation : All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. Remote Behavioral Consistency Questionnaire: Candidates will provide written responses to a series of writing prompts. The Behavioral Questionnaire is designed to measure a candidate’s knowledge, skills and abilities in job related areas which may include, but are not limited to: Action & Results Focused, Informing, Handling & Resolving Conflict, Leadership, Driving Results, and Managing & Facilitating Change. (Weighted 100%) TENTATIVE EXAM DATES periodically until all positions are filled The examination steps noted above may be changed in accordance with the County’s Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. For recruitment questions, please contact Jenny Nguyen at jenny.d.nguyen@cchealth.org . For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 05, 2024
Full Time
The Position *** Open Until Positions Are Filled*** This recruitment may close at any time, qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases: 5% on July 1, 2023 5% on July 1, 2024 5% on July 1, 2025 The Behavioral Health Division is offering an excellent employment opportunity with its three (3) Mental Health Program Manager positions: One position in the Mental Health Access Line & Care Management Unit One position in Forensic Services One position in Children's Wraparound Services Two positions in Detention Mental Health PLEASE NOTE: The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies within other divisions. Mental Health Access Line & Care Management Unit: The Program Manager over the Mental Health Access Line and Care Management unit oversees and monitors the delivery of mental health services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries county-wide. The Access Line is the main entry point into the system of care where callers are screened and referred for mental health services. The Care Management Unit is responsible for utilization management, ensuring the quality of care, recruiting, contracting, and monitoring network providers, and paying outpatient and inpatient provider claims. Some responsibilities include coordinating with various stakeholders to oversee operations for two distinct lines of business (Specialty Mental Health Services and Non-Specialty Mental Health Services); overseeing recruitment, contract management/budget for network providers; and managing data collection/analysis for program monitoring and improvement. Forensic Services: The Forensic Services Program Manager is responsible for multiple programs that partner with various aspects of the justice system (courts, local police departments, Probation, Public Defender’s office, and District Attorney’s office). Responsibilities include coordination of services with community partners, managing data collection according to funding source requirements, participating in Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) quarterly stakeholder meetings, overseeing service provision of community-based organizations, coordinating services with local custody, and working closely with the Forensics Chief on implementation of Care Court requirements. Children's Wraparound Services The Wraparound Program Manager is responsible for operations of our County-wide Wraparound program and will oversee the work of Wraparound facilitators, our Mentorship program, and our Family Services Coordinator. The selected candidate will be responsible for ongoing training of program staff, implementation of Wraparound services to model fidelity, and coordinating county-wide Wraparound services, including those of contracted providers. In collaboration with the Child Welfare Department, the selected candidate will coordinate the Wraparound care for foster youth and the implementation of the Families First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) Wraparound Aftercare mandate. In addition, the candidate will provide clinical supervision and oversight of the Mt Diablo Counseling and Wraparound Clinic. Detention Mental Health The Detention Mental Health Program Manager will work under the supervision of the Detention Mental Health Program Chief to promote and monitor behavioral health services for patients at the Martinez Detention Facility, West County Detention Facility and Marsh Creek Detention Facility. The selected candidate will also be responsible for assisting with the development of programs, policies, participating in the quality improvement program, providing direct supervision to clinical staff, leading the clinical team at the adult detention facilities, and collaborating with justice partners and the community to improve the detention mental health delivery system. We are looking for someone who: Handles stress well . You will need to remain calm under pressure while addressing demands from multiple sources Is a team player . You will be responsible for providing effective and supportive feedback to team members Is flexible . You will need to adjust quickly during periods of prolonged stress Is focused . You will need to manage larger program goals without being distracted by less important matters Has a leadership mindset . You will lead a team through service and support of their work and efforts What you will typically be responsible for: Auditing the staff’s adherence to standard work and workflows Providing feedback to the team regarding performance and understanding of workflows Reporting on the team’s compliance with workflows Facilitating improvement meetings, staff meetings, and coaching staff on an individual basis Hiring, training, onboarding new staff, and maintaining personnel folders Developing surveillance strategies for Key Performance Indicators, program requirements, and compliance metrics Reviewing critical clinical practices for patient and staff safety Coordinating program activities with sister agencies across systems A few reasons why you might love this job: You will support the creation and maintenance of a healthcare system that supports patient and staff safety You will work with a highly dedicated and diverse team of professionals who value the service of others You will contribute to a dynamic organization that embraces creativity, learning, and mutual support A few challenges you might face in this job: You will need to provide support and structure for team members who provide direct service to populations experiencing complex needs You will be responsible for analyzing and assessing complex problems that occur across and between professional disciplines You will need to remain focused and organized in a fast pace work environment Competencies Required: Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative): Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships Handling & Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal Leveraging Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace Driving Results: Demonstrating concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal standard of excellence Managing & Facilitating Change: Addressing key factors that influence successful organizational change Managing Organizational Complexity: Maneuvering through complex political situations and functions within the organization Read the complete job description by clicking this link. The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six months. Minimum Qualifications License Required: 1. Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process. 2. Positions assigned to manage a mental health clinic or program which requires clinical supervision of staff must possess one of the following professional licenses: Either: a. A valid license issued by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) , or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC); or b. A valid license as a Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology. Education: Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major in psychology, social work, counseling or a closely related field. Experience: Three (3) years of full-time post-licensure experience, or its equivalent, providing mental health services in a behavioral health program or agency, one (1) year of which must have included supervising either a direct care program such as a public mental health clinic or inpatient facility, OR three (3) years of full-time experience or its equivalent, in mental health program administration, one (1) year of which must have included administrative responsibility for mental health programs/services and the supervision of subordinate staff. ** Please be sure to attach your CA Board of Behavioral Sciences license and degree to your application. ** Selection Process Application Filing and Evaluation : All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. Remote Behavioral Consistency Questionnaire: Candidates will provide written responses to a series of writing prompts. The Behavioral Questionnaire is designed to measure a candidate’s knowledge, skills and abilities in job related areas which may include, but are not limited to: Action & Results Focused, Informing, Handling & Resolving Conflict, Leadership, Driving Results, and Managing & Facilitating Change. (Weighted 100%) TENTATIVE EXAM DATES periodically until all positions are filled The examination steps noted above may be changed in accordance with the County’s Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. For recruitment questions, please contact Jenny Nguyen at jenny.d.nguyen@cchealth.org . For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information Department of Mental Health Exam Number: b9038A First Day of Filing: 08/29/2016 Open Competitive Job Opportunity This examination will remain open until the need of the service are met and is subject to close without prior notice. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST TWELVE MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO BE ATTACHED TO THEIR ORIGINAL APPLICATION. THIS INFORMATION MUST INCLUDE THE CORRECT EXAMINATION NUMBER AND EXAMINATION TITLE. DEFINITION: At the full professional level and under the general direction of a licensed clinical program manager, supervises and coordinates multidisciplinary and ancillary support staff in the provision of mental health services to clients. Provides daily administrative oversight to the team, with technical supervision of licensed clinical staff exercised in accordance with scope-of-practice guidelines. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a higher-level licensed clinical program manager and are assigned to community mental health facilities, psychiatric hospitals, outpatient mental health clinics, and specialized mental health treatment programs. Incumbents supervise multidisciplinary and ancillary support staff to plan and organize a mental health services program for mentally or emotionally disturbed adults, children, youth, or elderly clients; and assist in coordinating social work and treatment activities with medical, psychological, and other professional services. Incumbents in this class oversee a staff of three or more licensed clinicians as well as professional, paraprofessional and/or general service staff; administer and interpret policies and procedures; supervise teaching programs; and present orientation lectures. Essential Job Functions Trains, instructs, and evaluates workers and makes work assignments. Effectively communicates program, administrative, and clinical direction to subordinate staff. Discusses problem cases with workers and makes suggestions and recommendations. Reviews case records for completeness, consistency, and quality of mental health services provided including application of proper techniques; ensures compliance with state and federal mandates. Consults with individual workers to promote staff development and to suggest solutions to problem cases. Studies and makes suggestions and recommendations on special, complicated, or problem cases. Confers with program manager concerning human resources and work problems. Assists in planning, developing, and implementing mandatory and discretionary mental health programs in accordance with applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations by determining type and level of services to be provided; measures of quality-assurance to be employed; and formulating and carrying out policies and procedures. Keeps informed of new developments in the field of psychiatric social work or marriage and family therapy. Identifies staff training and development requirements and provides training and guidance to administrative and clinical staff to ensure mental health services delivery effectiveness. May carry a caseload that includes the more complicated or emergency casework assignments as required. May review and/or approve treatment authorization requests from hospitals, contracted network and/or legal entity community-based providers/programs and recommend approval or denial of requests per specified state and Department of Mental Health contract compliance requirements. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Option I: Two years of post-licensure social work experience in a recognized social services or mental health care setting involving problems of mental or emotional adjustment and the use of psychiatric consultation. Option II: Two years of post-licensure marriage and family therapy experience in a recognized social services or mental health care setting involving problems of mental or emotional adjustment and the use of techniques of family systems therapy. LICENSE: A valid, active license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. OR A valid, active license as a Marriage and Family Therapist or Marriage, Family, and Child Counselor issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. 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 may be required. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information weighted 100%. Candidate must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed on the eligible register. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Mental Health. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : The name of the candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will appear on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. No person may compete for this examination more than once in a twelve (12) month period. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application online only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes may be uploaded as attachments to the applications. This examination will remain open until the need of the services are met, and is subject to closure without prior notice. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing. TRANSCRIPTS: In order to receive credit for any college coursework, or any type of college degree, such as a Master's degree or higher, you must provide a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts or official letter from the accredited* institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. ACCREDITATION INFORMATION: *Accreditation: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Additional documents may be sent to exams@dmh.lacounty.gov , please include exam number and exam title in the subject line. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Please be sure your application indicates complete information, including dates for education and jobs held which relate to this position. For each job held, give the name and addresses of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part-time) and salary earned. Resumes showing training and experience may be attached to the Los Angeles County Application. All information and records are subject to verification. Falsification of records can result in disqualification from the examination or termination of employment. SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, holidays or weekends. All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Past and present mental health clients and family members are encouraged to apply. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Department Contact Name: Nicholas Jordan Department Contact Phone: (323) 705-3925 Department Contact Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 705-4113 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 05, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information Department of Mental Health Exam Number: b9038A First Day of Filing: 08/29/2016 Open Competitive Job Opportunity This examination will remain open until the need of the service are met and is subject to close without prior notice. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST TWELVE MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO BE ATTACHED TO THEIR ORIGINAL APPLICATION. THIS INFORMATION MUST INCLUDE THE CORRECT EXAMINATION NUMBER AND EXAMINATION TITLE. DEFINITION: At the full professional level and under the general direction of a licensed clinical program manager, supervises and coordinates multidisciplinary and ancillary support staff in the provision of mental health services to clients. Provides daily administrative oversight to the team, with technical supervision of licensed clinical staff exercised in accordance with scope-of-practice guidelines. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a higher-level licensed clinical program manager and are assigned to community mental health facilities, psychiatric hospitals, outpatient mental health clinics, and specialized mental health treatment programs. Incumbents supervise multidisciplinary and ancillary support staff to plan and organize a mental health services program for mentally or emotionally disturbed adults, children, youth, or elderly clients; and assist in coordinating social work and treatment activities with medical, psychological, and other professional services. Incumbents in this class oversee a staff of three or more licensed clinicians as well as professional, paraprofessional and/or general service staff; administer and interpret policies and procedures; supervise teaching programs; and present orientation lectures. Essential Job Functions Trains, instructs, and evaluates workers and makes work assignments. Effectively communicates program, administrative, and clinical direction to subordinate staff. Discusses problem cases with workers and makes suggestions and recommendations. Reviews case records for completeness, consistency, and quality of mental health services provided including application of proper techniques; ensures compliance with state and federal mandates. Consults with individual workers to promote staff development and to suggest solutions to problem cases. Studies and makes suggestions and recommendations on special, complicated, or problem cases. Confers with program manager concerning human resources and work problems. Assists in planning, developing, and implementing mandatory and discretionary mental health programs in accordance with applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations by determining type and level of services to be provided; measures of quality-assurance to be employed; and formulating and carrying out policies and procedures. Keeps informed of new developments in the field of psychiatric social work or marriage and family therapy. Identifies staff training and development requirements and provides training and guidance to administrative and clinical staff to ensure mental health services delivery effectiveness. May carry a caseload that includes the more complicated or emergency casework assignments as required. May review and/or approve treatment authorization requests from hospitals, contracted network and/or legal entity community-based providers/programs and recommend approval or denial of requests per specified state and Department of Mental Health contract compliance requirements. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Option I: Two years of post-licensure social work experience in a recognized social services or mental health care setting involving problems of mental or emotional adjustment and the use of psychiatric consultation. Option II: Two years of post-licensure marriage and family therapy experience in a recognized social services or mental health care setting involving problems of mental or emotional adjustment and the use of techniques of family systems therapy. LICENSE: A valid, active license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. OR A valid, active license as a Marriage and Family Therapist or Marriage, Family, and Child Counselor issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. 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 may be required. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information weighted 100%. Candidate must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed on the eligible register. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Mental Health. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : The name of the candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will appear on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. No person may compete for this examination more than once in a twelve (12) month period. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application online only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes may be uploaded as attachments to the applications. This examination will remain open until the need of the services are met, and is subject to closure without prior notice. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing. TRANSCRIPTS: In order to receive credit for any college coursework, or any type of college degree, such as a Master's degree or higher, you must provide a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts or official letter from the accredited* institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. ACCREDITATION INFORMATION: *Accreditation: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Additional documents may be sent to exams@dmh.lacounty.gov , please include exam number and exam title in the subject line. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Please be sure your application indicates complete information, including dates for education and jobs held which relate to this position. For each job held, give the name and addresses of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part-time) and salary earned. Resumes showing training and experience may be attached to the Los Angeles County Application. All information and records are subject to verification. Falsification of records can result in disqualification from the examination or termination of employment. SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, holidays or weekends. All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Past and present mental health clients and family members are encouraged to apply. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Department Contact Name: Nicholas Jordan Department Contact Phone: (323) 705-3925 Department Contact Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 705-4113 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER : Y4735B FILING DATE: February 23, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) Until needs of the department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering up to 20% bonus for full-time Mental Health Psychiatrist positions hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.5 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION : Renders professional medical services in the field of psychiatry. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a program manager or supervising psychiatrists and performs psychiatric services, which requires completion of an approved residency in psychiatry. Mental Health Psychiatrist may function as the clinical lead for the multidisciplinary treatment team. Essential Job Functions Performs psychiatric evaluations and screens for health-related concerns as needed. Develops comprehensive psychiatric treatment plans. Evaluates individuals/clients to determine if probable cause is met to initiate detention under WIC 5150. Provides clinical consultation to other medical providers and staff, including interns and resident physicians, regarding treatment interventions, medical and diagnostic work performed and participates in clinical case conferences. Assists in the planning, direction, and implementation of departmental initiatives and protocols to enhance and improve client care. Performs medication support services by evaluating the need for psychotropic medications. Prescribes medications and monitors their overall effect and may administer medication/s, when necessary. Orders, obtains, reviews and monitors pertinent laboratory tests. Participates in evaluation of the quality of care and provides input into formulating corrective action plans to mitigate future clinical risk. Conducts academic and/or research activities. Conducts trainings or assists in the training of interns and resident physicians. Testifies in court as an expert witness. Discusses patient information with relevant third parties including attorneys, judges and family members, following appropriate release of information or court order. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in psychiatry or equivalent training.* LICENSE: California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. 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: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent. Information pertaining to the completion of residency program. Applicants who have completed the required residency training program approved by the American Specialty Board MUST attach a legible copy of their certificate of completion to your application at the time of filing or by email within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected. Information pertaining to the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate. Applicants who have the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California MUST attach a legible copy of their certificate to your application at the time of filing or by email within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected . All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. If you are unable to attach the required documents to your application, you must email them to the Exam Analyst, Hilary Hocking at HHocking@dhs.lacounty.gov. Please include the exam number and exam title. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information, weighed 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional points will be awarded for work experience gained after completion of a residency approved program by an American Specialty Board in psychiatry or equivalent training. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION: The current vacancies are located within Correctional Health; however, the resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from Los Angeles County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed person have a Social Security number for record control purposes. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Hilary Hocking, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 HHocking@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 05, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER : Y4735B FILING DATE: February 23, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) Until needs of the department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering up to 20% bonus for full-time Mental Health Psychiatrist positions hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.5 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION : Renders professional medical services in the field of psychiatry. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a program manager or supervising psychiatrists and performs psychiatric services, which requires completion of an approved residency in psychiatry. Mental Health Psychiatrist may function as the clinical lead for the multidisciplinary treatment team. Essential Job Functions Performs psychiatric evaluations and screens for health-related concerns as needed. Develops comprehensive psychiatric treatment plans. Evaluates individuals/clients to determine if probable cause is met to initiate detention under WIC 5150. Provides clinical consultation to other medical providers and staff, including interns and resident physicians, regarding treatment interventions, medical and diagnostic work performed and participates in clinical case conferences. Assists in the planning, direction, and implementation of departmental initiatives and protocols to enhance and improve client care. Performs medication support services by evaluating the need for psychotropic medications. Prescribes medications and monitors their overall effect and may administer medication/s, when necessary. Orders, obtains, reviews and monitors pertinent laboratory tests. Participates in evaluation of the quality of care and provides input into formulating corrective action plans to mitigate future clinical risk. Conducts academic and/or research activities. Conducts trainings or assists in the training of interns and resident physicians. Testifies in court as an expert witness. Discusses patient information with relevant third parties including attorneys, judges and family members, following appropriate release of information or court order. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in psychiatry or equivalent training.* LICENSE: California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. 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: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent. Information pertaining to the completion of residency program. Applicants who have completed the required residency training program approved by the American Specialty Board MUST attach a legible copy of their certificate of completion to your application at the time of filing or by email within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected. Information pertaining to the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate. Applicants who have the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California MUST attach a legible copy of their certificate to your application at the time of filing or by email within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected . All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. If you are unable to attach the required documents to your application, you must email them to the Exam Analyst, Hilary Hocking at HHocking@dhs.lacounty.gov. Please include the exam number and exam title. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information, weighed 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional points will be awarded for work experience gained after completion of a residency approved program by an American Specialty Board in psychiatry or equivalent training. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION: The current vacancies are located within Correctional Health; however, the resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add hhocking@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from Los Angeles County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed person have a Social Security number for record control purposes. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Hilary Hocking, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 HHocking@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information FILING PERIOD: November 1, 2021 @ 8:00 a.m. (PT) UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE EXAM NUMBER: Y4737A TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 26 health centers and four acute hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Provides supervision to psychiatrists, multidisciplinary and ancillary staff in the provision of mental health services to clients in accordance with standards and scope of practice of psychiatry. Essential Job Functions Performs administrative responsibilities which include such duties as budget preparation for the section, determining equipment and supply needs, personnel responsibilities, developing and revising work procedures to expedite workload or improve level of service, and screening work. Plans, assigns, directs, supervises and coordinates the work of the multidisciplinary staff providing mental health treatment and psychiatric services. Formulates policies, procedures, and plans and directs the programs and medical work of the section or assists in such activities for a division of a medical department. Evaluates the overall activities of a program or unit including methods and techniques of departmental initiatives and protocols to enhance and improve client care. Makes recommendations regarding program policies and procedures, and implements changes in program. Examines, diagnoses, and prescribes treatment for patients and reviews the care prescribed by staff physicians, resident physicians, and interns. Functions independently in performing psychiatric evaluations, including determining if probable cause is met to initiate detention under WIC 5150, and develops comprehensive psychiatric treatment plans. Participates in the review of systems and processes in the unit or program and provides input into formulating corrective action plans to ensure quality of care. Evaluates the need for psychotropic medications; prescribes medication and monitor their overall effect and may administer medication/s, when needed. Participates as a member of a collaborative professional team in the training program of interns and resident physicians. Evaluates the performance of assigned health care staff and makes recommendations for appropriate action. Confers with consultants and makes recommendations regarding care of patients, medical and diagnostic work preformed, and coordinates the work of consulting physicians. Supervises the maintenance of records and the compilation and preparation of reports. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in Psychiatry or equivalent training* -AND- one (1) year of experience in medical practice, post residency training, teaching, or investigative work. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional points will be awarded for experience in excess of the Selection Requirements. LICENSE: California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. 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: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Information pertaining to the completion of residency program. Applicants who have completed the required residency training program approved by the American Specialty Board MUST attach a legible copy of their certificate of completion to your application at the time of filing or by email within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected. Information pertaining to the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate. Applicants who have the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California MUST attach a legible copy of their certificate to the application at the time of filing or email to the analyst within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected . The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted licenses and/or certificates will NOT be accepted. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and desirable qualifications based upon application information, weighted 100% Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION: The current vacancies are located within Correctional Health; however, the resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email them to the exam analyst at mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online or have already uploaded the required documents on their governmenjobs.com profile when applying for other DHS jobs. When emailing documents, p lease include the exam number and exam title. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from Los Angeles County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Los Angeles County public libraries have reopened with limited access hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. Refer to their website for more information: https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening . NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Christina Tadeo, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov (Best way to contact) For detailed information, please click here
Mar 09, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information FILING PERIOD: November 1, 2021 @ 8:00 a.m. (PT) UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE EXAM NUMBER: Y4737A TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 26 health centers and four acute hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Provides supervision to psychiatrists, multidisciplinary and ancillary staff in the provision of mental health services to clients in accordance with standards and scope of practice of psychiatry. Essential Job Functions Performs administrative responsibilities which include such duties as budget preparation for the section, determining equipment and supply needs, personnel responsibilities, developing and revising work procedures to expedite workload or improve level of service, and screening work. Plans, assigns, directs, supervises and coordinates the work of the multidisciplinary staff providing mental health treatment and psychiatric services. Formulates policies, procedures, and plans and directs the programs and medical work of the section or assists in such activities for a division of a medical department. Evaluates the overall activities of a program or unit including methods and techniques of departmental initiatives and protocols to enhance and improve client care. Makes recommendations regarding program policies and procedures, and implements changes in program. Examines, diagnoses, and prescribes treatment for patients and reviews the care prescribed by staff physicians, resident physicians, and interns. Functions independently in performing psychiatric evaluations, including determining if probable cause is met to initiate detention under WIC 5150, and develops comprehensive psychiatric treatment plans. Participates in the review of systems and processes in the unit or program and provides input into formulating corrective action plans to ensure quality of care. Evaluates the need for psychotropic medications; prescribes medication and monitor their overall effect and may administer medication/s, when needed. Participates as a member of a collaborative professional team in the training program of interns and resident physicians. Evaluates the performance of assigned health care staff and makes recommendations for appropriate action. Confers with consultants and makes recommendations regarding care of patients, medical and diagnostic work preformed, and coordinates the work of consulting physicians. Supervises the maintenance of records and the compilation and preparation of reports. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in Psychiatry or equivalent training* -AND- one (1) year of experience in medical practice, post residency training, teaching, or investigative work. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional points will be awarded for experience in excess of the Selection Requirements. LICENSE: California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. 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: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Information pertaining to the completion of residency program. Applicants who have completed the required residency training program approved by the American Specialty Board MUST attach a legible copy of their certificate of completion to your application at the time of filing or by email within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected. Information pertaining to the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate. Applicants who have the required California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California MUST attach a legible copy of their certificate to the application at the time of filing or email to the analyst within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected . The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted licenses and/or certificates will NOT be accepted. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and desirable qualifications based upon application information, weighted 100% Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION: The current vacancies are located within Correctional Health; however, the resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email them to the exam analyst at mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online or have already uploaded the required documents on their governmenjobs.com profile when applying for other DHS jobs. When emailing documents, p lease include the exam number and exam title. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from Los Angeles County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Los Angeles County public libraries have reopened with limited access hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. Refer to their website for more information: https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening . NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Christina Tadeo, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov (Best way to contact) For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH EXAM NUMBER: b4736B RELIEF MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRIST OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY APPLICATION FILING PERIOD May 14, 2021 at 9:00 AM - until the needs of the position are met THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOSTING TO UPDATE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEFINITION: Renders professional medical services in a mental health setting on an hourly as needed basis. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Incumbents in these positions are assigned to a County Physician Registry. Positions allocable to this class report to a program manager or supervising psychiatrist and performs a full range of professional psychiatric services which requires completion of an approved residency in psychiatry. Relief Mental Health Psychiatrist may function as the clinical lead for multidisciplinary treatment team. Essential Job Functions Screens for health-related concerns and performs psychiatric evaluations. Develops comprehensive treatment plans. Evaluates individuals/clients to determine if probable cause is met to initiate detention under WIC 5150. Provides clinical consultation to other medical providers and staff, including interns and resident physicians, regarding treatment interventions, medical and diagnostic work performed and participates in clinical case conferences. Performs medication support services by evaluating the need for psychotropic medications. Prescribes, administers medications, and monitors their overall effect. Orders, obtains, reviews and monitors pertinent laboratory tests. Participates in the quality of care and provides input into formulating corrective action plans to mitigate future clinical risk. Testifies in court as an expert witness, as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in Psychiatry or equivalent training** **Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent. LICENSE: California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. 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: 2 - Light. Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This is a noncompetitive examination. This examination is intended to merely qualify applicants. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of qualifying candidates will be added to the Eligible Register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. The appointing power may appoint any one of the names on the appropriate list, except that a person without veteran's credit may not be appointed if there are three more names on the list of persons entitled to veteran's credit. Past and present mental health clients and family members are encouraged to apply. AVAILABLE SHIFT Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. SPECIAL INFORMATION All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Mental Health. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE How to Apply: Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application from the first day of filing at 9:00 a.m. (PT) to the last day of filing at 5:00 PM. (PT). Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5 p.m. deadline on the last day of filing to ensure you have sufficient time to verify your email address. You may be required to verify your email address before the application can be submitted by entering a six-digit code sent to your email address. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. Applicants must complete and submit their online applications and upload required documents (i.e. Residency Completion Certificate/Diploma) as attachment(s) during application submission, or send by email to exams@dmh.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days from date of application submission. Indicate the Exam Title on the subject line when sending required documents by email. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Your online application must show complete education and work experience information necessary to evaluate your qualifications. Education information section must include name and address of school attended, complete dates attended, name of course/s taken, number of units earned, and degree/s earned. Work experience section must include job title, employer name and address, name of work area/facility, actual payroll title held and not the working and/or functional titles, from/to dates of employment including month, day and year, total number of months, total number of hours worked per week - not a range of hours (full or part-time), and complete and detailed description of related job duties. If range of hours is provided, experience will be prorated based on the lowest number of hours worked per week. LIST separately each job experience to be evaluated. All information is subject to verification. Applicants may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification, Selection Requirements, and/or Special Requirement Information serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so, your application will be REJECTED as INCOMPLETE . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. DEPARTMENT CONTACT Department Contact Name: Joshua Goldman, Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 705-3880 or 213-972-7034 Department Contact Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: 213-972-7034 Teletype Phone: 800-735-2922 California Relay Services Phone: 800-735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Mar 05, 2024
Temporary
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH EXAM NUMBER: b4736B RELIEF MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRIST OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY APPLICATION FILING PERIOD May 14, 2021 at 9:00 AM - until the needs of the position are met THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOSTING TO UPDATE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEFINITION: Renders professional medical services in a mental health setting on an hourly as needed basis. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Incumbents in these positions are assigned to a County Physician Registry. Positions allocable to this class report to a program manager or supervising psychiatrist and performs a full range of professional psychiatric services which requires completion of an approved residency in psychiatry. Relief Mental Health Psychiatrist may function as the clinical lead for multidisciplinary treatment team. Essential Job Functions Screens for health-related concerns and performs psychiatric evaluations. Develops comprehensive treatment plans. Evaluates individuals/clients to determine if probable cause is met to initiate detention under WIC 5150. Provides clinical consultation to other medical providers and staff, including interns and resident physicians, regarding treatment interventions, medical and diagnostic work performed and participates in clinical case conferences. Performs medication support services by evaluating the need for psychotropic medications. Prescribes, administers medications, and monitors their overall effect. Orders, obtains, reviews and monitors pertinent laboratory tests. Participates in the quality of care and provides input into formulating corrective action plans to mitigate future clinical risk. Testifies in court as an expert witness, as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in Psychiatry or equivalent training** **Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent. LICENSE: California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. 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: 2 - Light. Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This is a noncompetitive examination. This examination is intended to merely qualify applicants. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of qualifying candidates will be added to the Eligible Register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. The appointing power may appoint any one of the names on the appropriate list, except that a person without veteran's credit may not be appointed if there are three more names on the list of persons entitled to veteran's credit. Past and present mental health clients and family members are encouraged to apply. AVAILABLE SHIFT Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. SPECIAL INFORMATION All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Mental Health. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE How to Apply: Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application from the first day of filing at 9:00 a.m. (PT) to the last day of filing at 5:00 PM. (PT). Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5 p.m. deadline on the last day of filing to ensure you have sufficient time to verify your email address. You may be required to verify your email address before the application can be submitted by entering a six-digit code sent to your email address. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. Applicants must complete and submit their online applications and upload required documents (i.e. Residency Completion Certificate/Diploma) as attachment(s) during application submission, or send by email to exams@dmh.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days from date of application submission. Indicate the Exam Title on the subject line when sending required documents by email. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Your online application must show complete education and work experience information necessary to evaluate your qualifications. Education information section must include name and address of school attended, complete dates attended, name of course/s taken, number of units earned, and degree/s earned. Work experience section must include job title, employer name and address, name of work area/facility, actual payroll title held and not the working and/or functional titles, from/to dates of employment including month, day and year, total number of months, total number of hours worked per week - not a range of hours (full or part-time), and complete and detailed description of related job duties. If range of hours is provided, experience will be prorated based on the lowest number of hours worked per week. LIST separately each job experience to be evaluated. All information is subject to verification. Applicants may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification, Selection Requirements, and/or Special Requirement Information serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so, your application will be REJECTED as INCOMPLETE . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. DEPARTMENT CONTACT Department Contact Name: Joshua Goldman, Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 705-3880 or 213-972-7034 Department Contact Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: 213-972-7034 Teletype Phone: 800-735-2922 California Relay Services Phone: 800-735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Stanislaus State
1 University Circle, Turlock, California 95382, USA
Faculty Employment Opportunity POSITION: POST MASTERS PSYCH-MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER PROGRAM DIRECTOR (50-100% POSITION): The School of Nursing invites applications for a 50-100% appointment for the Post Masters Psych-Mental Health Nurse Program Director. Candidates must have a doctoral degree. The position requires oversight of the certificate program; applicants will be expected to teach. This position is contingent upon the availability of authorized funding. This is a calendar year appointment through University Extended Education. The Program Director's responsibility for the Post Masters Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate includes daily management of program operations, assist faculty and staff, approve curriculum, review program data, assist with national accreditation requirements (CCNE) and compliance with CA BRN regulations, teaching and department service. The applicant is also responsible for providing leadership and fostering positive collegial relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The Program Director works closely with the School of Nursing Program Directors, Director for the School of Nursing, College of Science Dean, Extended Education Dean, and Dean of the Stockton campus. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Doctoral degree, and a current and unobstructed California RN/FNP license is required. Other minimum qualifications include: a current and unobstructed California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License, a current national Nurse Practitioner Certification, A current national Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Practice RN (PMHRN) Certification, American Heart Association Basic Life Support Health Provider Certification, and a minimum of two years of nursing instruction and simulation experience. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to the minimum qualifications, a minimum of two years of full-time practice as a nurse practitioner. Knowledge and skills related to teaching adults, teaching methodology, curriculum development, evaluations, or willingness to plan for acquisition of these skills no later than the first year of teaching. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to required qualifications, leadership experience, organizational and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Technologic and computer skills sufficient to participate and direct classroom and virtual learning activities with IT support. Analytic writing skills with grant writing experience desirable. HOW TO APPLY & DEADLINE: A complete application must include an application letter qualifying your interest and preferences for courses to teach. Applications must include names, addresses and telephone numbers of references, a current vita and unofficial copies of college transcripts. To apply for this position, please click the "Apply Now" button on this page. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: Dr. Marla Seacrist, Search Committee Chair School of Nursing College of Sciences California State University, Stanislaus One University Circle Turlock, CA 95382 Email: mseacrist@csustan.edu Screening of completed application files will begin on November 14, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. This appointment begins on January 24, 2024. SPECIAL CONDITIONS: CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ . COMPENSATION: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package. Newly hired lecturers with terminal degrees are placed in Range 3 of the salary schedule and others are normally placed in Range 2. Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules are prorated based on the number of units assigned and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. Salary rates for California State University Lecturers (Academic Year) can be found in the schedules linked below. Range 2 Range 3 ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT and THE COLLEGE: We invite you to become a part of a challenging and fast growing nursing program which includes undergraduate BSN programs with a pre-licensure, an accelerated second bachelors, and an ADN-BSN track, and a graduate program with a focus on Education, Administration, and Family Nurse Practitioner nursing. In May 2017, we received the maximum reaccreditation for 10 years by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). We successfully underwent BRN accreditation in February 2014, without any areas of non-compliance. To learn more about us, visit our website at: http://www.web.csustan.edu/Nursing/index.html CAMPUS & AREA: California State University, Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical educational resource for a six-county region of approximately 1.5 million people. The University is fully committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion - one in which every person in the University community feels safe to express their views without fear of reprisal. Widely recognized for its quality academic programs, the University has 10 nationally accredited programs and 662 faculty members. 94 percent of full-time faculty holds doctorates or terminal degrees in their fields. The University offers 43 undergraduate majors, 16 master's programs, 7 post-graduate credentials, a doctorate in education and serves more than 10,000 students. New instructional facilities have been built for the unique pedagogy of professional programs, laboratory sciences and performing arts. Stanislaus State continues to receive national recognition with its ranking as one of the best 384 colleges in the nation by The Princeton Review. The University was one of 12 public universities in the nation to be recognized by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for demonstrating exceptional performance in retention and graduation rates. In addition, U.S. News and World Report ranks Stanislaus State in its top 10 among public universities in the West, while Washington Monthly honored Stanislaus State as the West’s No. 1 university for the money. Stanislaus State also is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education. CSU Stanislaus values shared governance: Handbook statement on shared governance EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. You can learn more about federal equal employment opportunity protections by accessing the Department of Labor’s notices: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf and http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/Supplement_English.pdf . Individuals with disabling conditions who require accommodation during the recruitment process may contact the ADA Coordinator at (209) 667-3159. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. MANDATED REPORTER PER CANRA The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse And Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment. CLERY ACT DISCLOSURE In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, Stanislaus State annually posts the Campus Security Report. The annual report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Stanislaus State; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, and sexual assault. You can obtain a copy of this report at: https://www.csustan.edu/annual-campus-security-report . Or you may request a printed copy by calling: (209) 667-3572; fax: (209) 664-7011; or email: compliance@csustan.edu . Information regarding campus security reports at other locations can be found at: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/ CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE The university requires a criminal and/or child abuse background check to be completed for many of its new employees, current employees seeking promotional or transfer opportunities, and current employees assigned new duties. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Failure to consent to any background check will disqualify an applicant from further consideration. Additionally, an applicant who fails to provide the necessary information or who provides false or misleading information may also be disqualified from further consideration. Later discovery of false or misleading information related to the background check may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn or subject the employee to disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Advertised: Oct 31 2022 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
Faculty Employment Opportunity POSITION: POST MASTERS PSYCH-MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER PROGRAM DIRECTOR (50-100% POSITION): The School of Nursing invites applications for a 50-100% appointment for the Post Masters Psych-Mental Health Nurse Program Director. Candidates must have a doctoral degree. The position requires oversight of the certificate program; applicants will be expected to teach. This position is contingent upon the availability of authorized funding. This is a calendar year appointment through University Extended Education. The Program Director's responsibility for the Post Masters Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate includes daily management of program operations, assist faculty and staff, approve curriculum, review program data, assist with national accreditation requirements (CCNE) and compliance with CA BRN regulations, teaching and department service. The applicant is also responsible for providing leadership and fostering positive collegial relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The Program Director works closely with the School of Nursing Program Directors, Director for the School of Nursing, College of Science Dean, Extended Education Dean, and Dean of the Stockton campus. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Doctoral degree, and a current and unobstructed California RN/FNP license is required. Other minimum qualifications include: a current and unobstructed California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License, a current national Nurse Practitioner Certification, A current national Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Practice RN (PMHRN) Certification, American Heart Association Basic Life Support Health Provider Certification, and a minimum of two years of nursing instruction and simulation experience. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to the minimum qualifications, a minimum of two years of full-time practice as a nurse practitioner. Knowledge and skills related to teaching adults, teaching methodology, curriculum development, evaluations, or willingness to plan for acquisition of these skills no later than the first year of teaching. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to required qualifications, leadership experience, organizational and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Technologic and computer skills sufficient to participate and direct classroom and virtual learning activities with IT support. Analytic writing skills with grant writing experience desirable. HOW TO APPLY & DEADLINE: A complete application must include an application letter qualifying your interest and preferences for courses to teach. Applications must include names, addresses and telephone numbers of references, a current vita and unofficial copies of college transcripts. To apply for this position, please click the "Apply Now" button on this page. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: Dr. Marla Seacrist, Search Committee Chair School of Nursing College of Sciences California State University, Stanislaus One University Circle Turlock, CA 95382 Email: mseacrist@csustan.edu Screening of completed application files will begin on November 14, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. This appointment begins on January 24, 2024. SPECIAL CONDITIONS: CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ . COMPENSATION: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package. Newly hired lecturers with terminal degrees are placed in Range 3 of the salary schedule and others are normally placed in Range 2. Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules are prorated based on the number of units assigned and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. Salary rates for California State University Lecturers (Academic Year) can be found in the schedules linked below. Range 2 Range 3 ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT and THE COLLEGE: We invite you to become a part of a challenging and fast growing nursing program which includes undergraduate BSN programs with a pre-licensure, an accelerated second bachelors, and an ADN-BSN track, and a graduate program with a focus on Education, Administration, and Family Nurse Practitioner nursing. In May 2017, we received the maximum reaccreditation for 10 years by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). We successfully underwent BRN accreditation in February 2014, without any areas of non-compliance. To learn more about us, visit our website at: http://www.web.csustan.edu/Nursing/index.html CAMPUS & AREA: California State University, Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical educational resource for a six-county region of approximately 1.5 million people. The University is fully committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion - one in which every person in the University community feels safe to express their views without fear of reprisal. Widely recognized for its quality academic programs, the University has 10 nationally accredited programs and 662 faculty members. 94 percent of full-time faculty holds doctorates or terminal degrees in their fields. The University offers 43 undergraduate majors, 16 master's programs, 7 post-graduate credentials, a doctorate in education and serves more than 10,000 students. New instructional facilities have been built for the unique pedagogy of professional programs, laboratory sciences and performing arts. Stanislaus State continues to receive national recognition with its ranking as one of the best 384 colleges in the nation by The Princeton Review. The University was one of 12 public universities in the nation to be recognized by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for demonstrating exceptional performance in retention and graduation rates. In addition, U.S. News and World Report ranks Stanislaus State in its top 10 among public universities in the West, while Washington Monthly honored Stanislaus State as the West’s No. 1 university for the money. Stanislaus State also is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education. CSU Stanislaus values shared governance: Handbook statement on shared governance EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. You can learn more about federal equal employment opportunity protections by accessing the Department of Labor’s notices: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf and http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/Supplement_English.pdf . Individuals with disabling conditions who require accommodation during the recruitment process may contact the ADA Coordinator at (209) 667-3159. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. MANDATED REPORTER PER CANRA The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse And Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment. CLERY ACT DISCLOSURE In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, Stanislaus State annually posts the Campus Security Report. The annual report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Stanislaus State; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, and sexual assault. You can obtain a copy of this report at: https://www.csustan.edu/annual-campus-security-report . Or you may request a printed copy by calling: (209) 667-3572; fax: (209) 664-7011; or email: compliance@csustan.edu . Information regarding campus security reports at other locations can be found at: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/ CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE The university requires a criminal and/or child abuse background check to be completed for many of its new employees, current employees seeking promotional or transfer opportunities, and current employees assigned new duties. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Failure to consent to any background check will disqualify an applicant from further consideration. Additionally, an applicant who fails to provide the necessary information or who provides false or misleading information may also be disqualified from further consideration. Later discovery of false or misleading information related to the background check may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn or subject the employee to disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Advertised: Oct 31 2022 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class. For positions requiring a nursing license there is an additional 7.5% differential added to the posted salary for this class. This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 3/1/24, 6/7/24, 9/6/24, 12/6/24 Under direction, performs management, administrative and/or supervisory duties for contracted and/or county-operated health or mental health programs and services including, but not limited to, staff supervision, program development and implementation, program monitoring and evaluation, and program service coordination; and performs related duties as assigned. All applicants meeting the minimum requirements are welcome to apply. At this time there are immediate vacancies for which various licensure is required. If you possess licensure in one or more of the fields directly below and meet the other minimum requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The current recruitment includes, but is not limited to, the following positions: Public Administrator-Guardian-Conservator Program Manager *Psychiatrist *Psychologist *Licensed Clinical Social Worker *Marriage, Family and Child Counselor *Registered Nurse *Public Health Nurse One vacancy requires both a Registered Nurse and a Public Health Nurse license. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Theories, principles, goals and objectives of public health and mental health programs Principles, practices, funding sources, laws and regulations, and administrative requirements in the program area to which assigned Principles, practices and techniques of program planning, development and evaluations Principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and state and federal funding Principles and techniques of supervision and management Techniques of contract negotiations and monitoring Social, economic, cultural and other issues impacting program area Ability to Plan, organize, coordinate, supervise and evaluate complex program activities and diverse staff Apply principles and techniques to problems and issues Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives Analyze and evaluate data and information, and make appropriate recommendations Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing Represent the department and/or the County Maintain accurate records and files Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training and experience likely to provide the required Knowledge and Abilities for this class as described. Typical ways include: Possession of a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in a field relevant to the health or mental health program to which assigned; some positions in mental health may require a master's degree as specified in Special Requirements. And Three years of experience managing, coordinating and/or supervising health or mental health services relevant to the specialty option (Health or Mental Health) needed for program area to which assigned, and comparable to the duties of Senior Health Program Coordinator, Health Program Coordinator, or the Mental Health Program Coordinator. Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements Failure to obtain and/or maintain required licenses may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service rules. 1. a) Some positions in this class involve responsibility for management and supervision of direct patient care, and persons appointed to such positions may be required, in accordance with applicable federal and/or state regulations, to possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Psychiatrist; Psychologist; Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Marriage, Family and Child Counselor; Registered Nurse; or Public Health Nurse. b) The Director of Public Health Nursing is responsible for the professional nursing component of the County's public health nursing/field services program. The incumbent appointed to this position must, by State law, possess and maintain a current valid Registered Nurse license and meet the current State requirements for a Director of Public Health Nursing (California Code of Regulations, Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment). c) The Emergency Medical Services Program Coordinator must possess and maintain an Emergency Medical Technician I or higher certificate either at the time of appointment or within one year of appointment. 2. Persons appointed to positions in this class may be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. 3. Psychiatric health facilities such as the County's Mental Health Center are licensed and regulated by the California State Department of Mental Health; such regulations include staffing and personnel standards which may apply to some positions in this class and may supersede the above Minimum Qualifications. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 05, 2024
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class. For positions requiring a nursing license there is an additional 7.5% differential added to the posted salary for this class. This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 3/1/24, 6/7/24, 9/6/24, 12/6/24 Under direction, performs management, administrative and/or supervisory duties for contracted and/or county-operated health or mental health programs and services including, but not limited to, staff supervision, program development and implementation, program monitoring and evaluation, and program service coordination; and performs related duties as assigned. All applicants meeting the minimum requirements are welcome to apply. At this time there are immediate vacancies for which various licensure is required. If you possess licensure in one or more of the fields directly below and meet the other minimum requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The current recruitment includes, but is not limited to, the following positions: Public Administrator-Guardian-Conservator Program Manager *Psychiatrist *Psychologist *Licensed Clinical Social Worker *Marriage, Family and Child Counselor *Registered Nurse *Public Health Nurse One vacancy requires both a Registered Nurse and a Public Health Nurse license. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Theories, principles, goals and objectives of public health and mental health programs Principles, practices, funding sources, laws and regulations, and administrative requirements in the program area to which assigned Principles, practices and techniques of program planning, development and evaluations Principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and state and federal funding Principles and techniques of supervision and management Techniques of contract negotiations and monitoring Social, economic, cultural and other issues impacting program area Ability to Plan, organize, coordinate, supervise and evaluate complex program activities and diverse staff Apply principles and techniques to problems and issues Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives Analyze and evaluate data and information, and make appropriate recommendations Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing Represent the department and/or the County Maintain accurate records and files Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training and experience likely to provide the required Knowledge and Abilities for this class as described. Typical ways include: Possession of a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in a field relevant to the health or mental health program to which assigned; some positions in mental health may require a master's degree as specified in Special Requirements. And Three years of experience managing, coordinating and/or supervising health or mental health services relevant to the specialty option (Health or Mental Health) needed for program area to which assigned, and comparable to the duties of Senior Health Program Coordinator, Health Program Coordinator, or the Mental Health Program Coordinator. Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements Failure to obtain and/or maintain required licenses may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service rules. 1. a) Some positions in this class involve responsibility for management and supervision of direct patient care, and persons appointed to such positions may be required, in accordance with applicable federal and/or state regulations, to possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Psychiatrist; Psychologist; Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Marriage, Family and Child Counselor; Registered Nurse; or Public Health Nurse. b) The Director of Public Health Nursing is responsible for the professional nursing component of the County's public health nursing/field services program. The incumbent appointed to this position must, by State law, possess and maintain a current valid Registered Nurse license and meet the current State requirements for a Director of Public Health Nursing (California Code of Regulations, Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment). c) The Emergency Medical Services Program Coordinator must possess and maintain an Emergency Medical Technician I or higher certificate either at the time of appointment or within one year of appointment. 2. Persons appointed to positions in this class may be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. 3. Psychiatric health facilities such as the County's Mental Health Center are licensed and regulated by the California State Department of Mental Health; such regulations include staffing and personnel standards which may apply to some positions in this class and may supersede the above Minimum Qualifications. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
MARIN COUNTY, CA
San Rafael, California, United States
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES : At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service. ABOUT THE POSITION This Behavioral Health Practitioner (Associate or Licensed) recruitment is to establish an eligible list for all Behavioral Health Programs. This list may be used to fill Behavioral Health Practitioner (Associate or Licensed) vacancies as long as the list is active. As such, you are encouraged to apply even if a vacancy doesn’t exist in the program for which you are interested. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Currently there are six (6) positions within Behavioral Health & Recovery Services (BHRS). Quality Management has two (2) regular ongoing roles. Adult System of Care and the HOPE Program have one (1) regular ongoing FTE vacancy in each program. The STAR Program has one (1) regular ongoing position and one (1) fixed term position ending on November 14, 2024. Adult System of Care The Adult and Older Adult Division has 6 Full-Service Partnership Programs (FSP) serving Adults 18+ living with Severe Mental Illness. One of the FSP programs serves clients living in San Rafael, Central Marin and Southern Marin with an emphasis on service delivery to Marin City. This FSP team works to reduce psychiatric hospitalizations, reduce homelessness and reduce incarceration and will employ Assertive Community Treatment as a core evidenced-based practice. Under the direction of the BHRS Unit Supervisor, the Behavioral Health Practitioner will provide intensive case management and individual and group therapy services, clinical assessment and crisis intervention services to the adult/older adult population across the age spectrum of 18 y.o. and up. Duties will include ongoing comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and acting as client advocates when clients are not able to advocate for themselves. The ideal candidate may interact with other programs such as Mobile Crisis or Crisis Stabilization Unit. The practitioner will be working collaboratively with an array of treatment providers within the BHRS Adult System of Care and other community providers. HOPE Program Utilizing the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model, the HOPE program provides intensive psychiatric case management services that are accessible 24/7 to older adults age 60 and over. Services are provided to individuals experiencing serious mental illness, co-occurring substance use and/or medically complex issues. Individuals may be experiencing episodes of homelessness; frequent hospitalization/crisis service utilization; or justice-involvement. In addition, the team provides on-going assessment, treatment planning, recovery-based services, and uses a “whatever it takes” approach to meet program goals. Under the direction of the Mental Health Unit Supervisor, the practitioner will act as a Clinical Supervisor to the Senior Peer Counseling Program through the HOPE Program. Provides weekly supervision to a group of older adult volunteers. Conducts in-home mental health assessments and connects volunteers to referred individuals coping with the transitions of aging. In collaboration with HOPE Program Behavioral Health Practitioners, candidate will also provides on-going psychotherapy to the older adult clients of the HOPE Program who suffer from chronic mental health issues, substance use issues and who may be medically complex. The practitioner works collaboratively with an intensive, multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled professionals and is responsible for keeping electronic medical records current and for meeting monthly productivity standards. Quality Management The Marin Mental Health Plan’s (MHP) Quality Management (QM) program is responsible for monitoring the MHP’s effectiveness and for providing support to all areas of MHP operations by conducting performance monitoring activities which include, but are not limited to: utilization management, utilization review, provider appeals, credentialing and monitoring, resolution of beneficiary grievances, and analysis of beneficiary and system outcomes. The QM program’s activities are guided by the relevant sections of federal and state regulations, including Title 42 of the Code of Federal Regulations, California Code of Regulations Title 9, California Welfare and Institutions Code, as well as the MHP’s performance contract with the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). The QM program is embedded in the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division (BHRS) within the Health and Human Services Department (HHS) of the County of Marin. Utilization Review Specialist QM Position: Under the direction of the Quality Improvement Coordinator, the BHRS Utilization Review/ Quality Improvement Specialist conducts utilization review activities to support the proper documentation of clinical services, the efficiency and quality of clinical care and the timely payment of claims in accordance with state and federal regulations. This position develops utilization review reports and tracks trends of findings. This position creates training resources, provides training and offers technical assistance. This position participates in quality management, quality improvement and performance improvement activities as assigned. Second QM Position: The Behavioral Health Practitioner reports to the QM Unit Supervisor and is responsible for monitoring program performance and compliance with relevant County, State and Federal requirements as well as informing management-level decision making. The BHP will be able to work collaboratively with stakeholders to create processes for new and existing initiatives and will use clinical knowledge to inform and participate in quality improvement and performance improvement projects. Additionally, the BHP assists in analyzing, interpreting, and implementing directives and regulations from State and Federal governing bodies. The BHP is responsible for contributing to the development, implementation, and/or monitoring of Policy and Procedure for the County Mental Health Plan (MHP) system of care. The BHP will assist with Implementation of new CPT coding, Medi-Cal Site Certifications, Provider Credentialing, engage in network adequacy projects, and act as support for audit planning. Please note that these QM positions do not not provide clinical hours towards licensure. STAR Program Marin's Support and Treatment After Release (STAR) program is a full-service partnership providing culturally competent intensive, integrated services to mentally ill offenders and forensic clients. Operating in conjunction with the Mental Health Court, STAR Court is a multidisciplinary, multi-agency team that provides comprehensive assessment, individualized client-centered service planning and linkages to services. Under the direction of the Mental Health Unit Supervisor, the Behavioral Health Practitioner (BHP) provides intensive case management services to adults with serious mental illness who are involved with the criminal justice system and are participating in a mental health court. In addition, the BHP provides on-going comprehensive clinical assessment and treatment planning, and acts as client advocate when clients are unable to advocate for themselves. The BHP provides case management to the clients and works collaboratively with an intensive, multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled professionals, para-professionals, volunteers, and interns, and is responsible for keeping electronic medical records current and meeting monthly productivity standards. The role assists with providing diagnostic picture and treatment planning. The fixed term position is initially funded up to November 14th, 2024. Please note, this position may end prior to November 14th, 2024 if funding ceases or the work is complete. In addition, these positions may continue after November 14th, 2024 if funding is renewed or extended. Per PMR 48.2, fixed term employees are not subject to Reduction in Force rights at the completion of the term. If you are invited to interview for the Adult System of Care, HOPE or STAR positions, the first round interviews are tentatively scheduled on February 26, 2024. If you are invited to Quality Management's first round of interviews, they are tentatively scheduled on February 26, 2024 . If you are invited to participate in their second round, they are tentatively scheduled on March 1, 2024 . ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: The ideal candidate will have experience working independently and be self-directed as well as work well with an intensive, multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled professionals. The ideal candidate will understand the importance of collaboration and will strive to have strong working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be able to work successfully in a high volume, fast paced work environment. The candidate will have the ability to work with workgroups with stakeholders from different parts of the organization and community. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clear and effective communication skills, both oral and written. The candidate will have a record of meeting deadlines and maintaining productivity standards. We recognize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required Minimum Qualifications: EITHER possession of a Master's degree from an accredited institution in social work, psychology, counseling or a closely related field by first date of employment OR possession of a Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or a closely related field by first date of employment AND equivalent to one year of clinical behavioral health experience under qualified supervision in a behavioral health setting appropriate to the assignment . Certificates & Licenses Behavioral Health Practitioner From the first day of employment, an employee must be registered with the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist OR Associate Professional Clinical Counselor AND employees must successfully pass the licensing exam within six years from the date of employment. From the first date of employment, an employee who is an unlicensed Psychologist is required to be waiver-eligible AND must successfully pass the licensing exam within the five-year waiver period. Failure to obtain licensure within specified timelines will result in termination of employment. Incumbents must acquire the appropriate licensure before advancing to the Licensed Crisis Specialist. Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner Must be professionally licensed by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor OR must be professionally licensed as a Clinical Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology. Qualified non-California residents must submit proof of license eligibility in California that meets the requirement of their prospective licensing board and be waiver eligible from the California Department of Health Care Services. Failure to obtain licensure within the specified timelines, and/or loss of State registration at any time, will result in termination of employment. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver’s license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County including review of a recent DMV history. At the time of the selection interview by the appointing authority, applicants will have to furnish a recent DMV driving record. ABOUT THE PROCESS All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. TESTING AND ELIGIBLE LIST : Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active . OPEN & CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT : Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for an Open and Continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment. FOR FORENSICS ROLES, BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION : Successful applicants will be subject to a thorough and rigorous background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, a criminal records check, interviews with friends, relatives, neighbors and employers; verification of DMV records; and overall employment and education history. An applicant may be disqualified for past criminal convictions, poor driving record, providing false background information, and other reasons. DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS : All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency . PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 18, 2024
Full Time
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES : At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service. ABOUT THE POSITION This Behavioral Health Practitioner (Associate or Licensed) recruitment is to establish an eligible list for all Behavioral Health Programs. This list may be used to fill Behavioral Health Practitioner (Associate or Licensed) vacancies as long as the list is active. As such, you are encouraged to apply even if a vacancy doesn’t exist in the program for which you are interested. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Currently there are six (6) positions within Behavioral Health & Recovery Services (BHRS). Quality Management has two (2) regular ongoing roles. Adult System of Care and the HOPE Program have one (1) regular ongoing FTE vacancy in each program. The STAR Program has one (1) regular ongoing position and one (1) fixed term position ending on November 14, 2024. Adult System of Care The Adult and Older Adult Division has 6 Full-Service Partnership Programs (FSP) serving Adults 18+ living with Severe Mental Illness. One of the FSP programs serves clients living in San Rafael, Central Marin and Southern Marin with an emphasis on service delivery to Marin City. This FSP team works to reduce psychiatric hospitalizations, reduce homelessness and reduce incarceration and will employ Assertive Community Treatment as a core evidenced-based practice. Under the direction of the BHRS Unit Supervisor, the Behavioral Health Practitioner will provide intensive case management and individual and group therapy services, clinical assessment and crisis intervention services to the adult/older adult population across the age spectrum of 18 y.o. and up. Duties will include ongoing comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and acting as client advocates when clients are not able to advocate for themselves. The ideal candidate may interact with other programs such as Mobile Crisis or Crisis Stabilization Unit. The practitioner will be working collaboratively with an array of treatment providers within the BHRS Adult System of Care and other community providers. HOPE Program Utilizing the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model, the HOPE program provides intensive psychiatric case management services that are accessible 24/7 to older adults age 60 and over. Services are provided to individuals experiencing serious mental illness, co-occurring substance use and/or medically complex issues. Individuals may be experiencing episodes of homelessness; frequent hospitalization/crisis service utilization; or justice-involvement. In addition, the team provides on-going assessment, treatment planning, recovery-based services, and uses a “whatever it takes” approach to meet program goals. Under the direction of the Mental Health Unit Supervisor, the practitioner will act as a Clinical Supervisor to the Senior Peer Counseling Program through the HOPE Program. Provides weekly supervision to a group of older adult volunteers. Conducts in-home mental health assessments and connects volunteers to referred individuals coping with the transitions of aging. In collaboration with HOPE Program Behavioral Health Practitioners, candidate will also provides on-going psychotherapy to the older adult clients of the HOPE Program who suffer from chronic mental health issues, substance use issues and who may be medically complex. The practitioner works collaboratively with an intensive, multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled professionals and is responsible for keeping electronic medical records current and for meeting monthly productivity standards. Quality Management The Marin Mental Health Plan’s (MHP) Quality Management (QM) program is responsible for monitoring the MHP’s effectiveness and for providing support to all areas of MHP operations by conducting performance monitoring activities which include, but are not limited to: utilization management, utilization review, provider appeals, credentialing and monitoring, resolution of beneficiary grievances, and analysis of beneficiary and system outcomes. The QM program’s activities are guided by the relevant sections of federal and state regulations, including Title 42 of the Code of Federal Regulations, California Code of Regulations Title 9, California Welfare and Institutions Code, as well as the MHP’s performance contract with the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). The QM program is embedded in the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division (BHRS) within the Health and Human Services Department (HHS) of the County of Marin. Utilization Review Specialist QM Position: Under the direction of the Quality Improvement Coordinator, the BHRS Utilization Review/ Quality Improvement Specialist conducts utilization review activities to support the proper documentation of clinical services, the efficiency and quality of clinical care and the timely payment of claims in accordance with state and federal regulations. This position develops utilization review reports and tracks trends of findings. This position creates training resources, provides training and offers technical assistance. This position participates in quality management, quality improvement and performance improvement activities as assigned. Second QM Position: The Behavioral Health Practitioner reports to the QM Unit Supervisor and is responsible for monitoring program performance and compliance with relevant County, State and Federal requirements as well as informing management-level decision making. The BHP will be able to work collaboratively with stakeholders to create processes for new and existing initiatives and will use clinical knowledge to inform and participate in quality improvement and performance improvement projects. Additionally, the BHP assists in analyzing, interpreting, and implementing directives and regulations from State and Federal governing bodies. The BHP is responsible for contributing to the development, implementation, and/or monitoring of Policy and Procedure for the County Mental Health Plan (MHP) system of care. The BHP will assist with Implementation of new CPT coding, Medi-Cal Site Certifications, Provider Credentialing, engage in network adequacy projects, and act as support for audit planning. Please note that these QM positions do not not provide clinical hours towards licensure. STAR Program Marin's Support and Treatment After Release (STAR) program is a full-service partnership providing culturally competent intensive, integrated services to mentally ill offenders and forensic clients. Operating in conjunction with the Mental Health Court, STAR Court is a multidisciplinary, multi-agency team that provides comprehensive assessment, individualized client-centered service planning and linkages to services. Under the direction of the Mental Health Unit Supervisor, the Behavioral Health Practitioner (BHP) provides intensive case management services to adults with serious mental illness who are involved with the criminal justice system and are participating in a mental health court. In addition, the BHP provides on-going comprehensive clinical assessment and treatment planning, and acts as client advocate when clients are unable to advocate for themselves. The BHP provides case management to the clients and works collaboratively with an intensive, multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled professionals, para-professionals, volunteers, and interns, and is responsible for keeping electronic medical records current and meeting monthly productivity standards. The role assists with providing diagnostic picture and treatment planning. The fixed term position is initially funded up to November 14th, 2024. Please note, this position may end prior to November 14th, 2024 if funding ceases or the work is complete. In addition, these positions may continue after November 14th, 2024 if funding is renewed or extended. Per PMR 48.2, fixed term employees are not subject to Reduction in Force rights at the completion of the term. If you are invited to interview for the Adult System of Care, HOPE or STAR positions, the first round interviews are tentatively scheduled on February 26, 2024. If you are invited to Quality Management's first round of interviews, they are tentatively scheduled on February 26, 2024 . If you are invited to participate in their second round, they are tentatively scheduled on March 1, 2024 . ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: The ideal candidate will have experience working independently and be self-directed as well as work well with an intensive, multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled professionals. The ideal candidate will understand the importance of collaboration and will strive to have strong working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be able to work successfully in a high volume, fast paced work environment. The candidate will have the ability to work with workgroups with stakeholders from different parts of the organization and community. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clear and effective communication skills, both oral and written. The candidate will have a record of meeting deadlines and maintaining productivity standards. We recognize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required Minimum Qualifications: EITHER possession of a Master's degree from an accredited institution in social work, psychology, counseling or a closely related field by first date of employment OR possession of a Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or a closely related field by first date of employment AND equivalent to one year of clinical behavioral health experience under qualified supervision in a behavioral health setting appropriate to the assignment . Certificates & Licenses Behavioral Health Practitioner From the first day of employment, an employee must be registered with the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist OR Associate Professional Clinical Counselor AND employees must successfully pass the licensing exam within six years from the date of employment. From the first date of employment, an employee who is an unlicensed Psychologist is required to be waiver-eligible AND must successfully pass the licensing exam within the five-year waiver period. Failure to obtain licensure within specified timelines will result in termination of employment. Incumbents must acquire the appropriate licensure before advancing to the Licensed Crisis Specialist. Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner Must be professionally licensed by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor OR must be professionally licensed as a Clinical Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology. Qualified non-California residents must submit proof of license eligibility in California that meets the requirement of their prospective licensing board and be waiver eligible from the California Department of Health Care Services. Failure to obtain licensure within the specified timelines, and/or loss of State registration at any time, will result in termination of employment. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver’s license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County including review of a recent DMV history. At the time of the selection interview by the appointing authority, applicants will have to furnish a recent DMV driving record. ABOUT THE PROCESS All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. TESTING AND ELIGIBLE LIST : Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active . OPEN & CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT : Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for an Open and Continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment. FOR FORENSICS ROLES, BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION : Successful applicants will be subject to a thorough and rigorous background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, a criminal records check, interviews with friends, relatives, neighbors and employers; verification of DMV records; and overall employment and education history. An applicant may be disqualified for past criminal convictions, poor driving record, providing false background information, and other reasons. DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS : All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency . PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Stanislaus County, CA
Modesto, California, United States
About the Opportunity THE POSITION Under the supervision of the Training Manager, the Staff Services Coordinator within the Workforce Development and Training Department will oversee the internship and training activities in partnership with school districts, colleges, and universities. The coordinator will collaborate with other programs within the department to maintain compliance with classifications, federal and state requirements regarding licensure and certifications. The goals of the training program include the following: provide effective training that promotes continuous learning, professional development and is responsive to the BHRS Strategic Plan, staff, contract staff and consumer and family needs; to offer opportunities for staff to maintain their licensure, or re-certification by providing continuing education units; and to provide training that promotes the capacity of communities to support wellness, resilience and recovery. This individual will work closely with the WE&T Team to assist with the implementation of the MHSA WE&T plan. In addition, the Staff Services Coordinator will work closely with BHRS management to ensure training focused on Cultural Competence, Equity and Social Justice, Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health required courses, and prevention and early intervention. This recruitment is being conducted to fill a vacancy for Behavioral Health and Recovery Services and establish an eligible list to fill future full-time vacancies. Stanislaus County adheres to all Public Health Orders and is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. To view the current Public Health orders, please visit the California Department of Public Health website here for more information. To learn more about the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services department, Click Here . Click here for details Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Mid-Management/Supervisory bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Typical Tasks Provide positive leadership and guidance to staff to ensure quality service delivery; Assist the Manager with direct supervision, staff development, training, performance evaluation of director of Volunteer services, contracted clinical supervisors, and internship programs; Perform complex technical work to assist the department with bridging trainings and monitoring between BHRS CASRA and Modesto Junior College; Analyze, interpret, and report out data for BHRS Volunteer Program; Analyze and interpret complex written materials such as established regulations, policies, procedures, State /Federal legislation, Core Competency guidelines; Review and complete Behavior Health and Recovery Services contracts with universities, collages, and presenters; Collaborate with other programs within the department to maintain compliance with classifications, federal and state requirements regarding licensure and certifications; Ensure interns and BHRS staff are working towards certification to gain training in the following areas: Psychosocial interventions Assessment Community-based methods of treatment Client-Centered Advocacy Problem Solving Strategies Consultation, Evaluation, and Research Ability to work as a positive team member and promote and encourage team participation in problem solving and delegate tasks to team members when appropriate; Knowledge of peer/consumer value in the work place; Ability to maintain boundaries; Promote team building and good moral; Ability to train and provide effective clinical and behavioral interventions; Assists and maintains oversight of team and adherence of federal and state regulations; Ensures departments policies and procedures are adhered to and carried out; Encourages staff to collaborate with one another in resolving problems; Monitor clinical documentation for compliance with Medi-Cal, Federal and State regulations; Promote continued training in the electronic health record, as needed; Bridge the gap between upper management and direct service staff; Understanding of and commitment to the integration of mental health and substance use disorder treatment; Provide effective training of clinical and behavioral interventions; Knowledge of and commitment to include Mental Health Services Act essential elements and Four Transformational Elements; Maintain a safe work environment; Knowledge of client driven, strength-based, and culturally informed treatment; Ability to use effective and assertive communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills; Participates in departmental meetings and committees; Establish cooperative partnerships with community agencies to ensure improved service to clients; Cooperate with all monitoring agencies reviewing department compliance; Provide statistical reports as required; A commitment to developing a culturally informed staff and to providing culturally proficient services; Strategically build and maintain relationships with internal and external community partners across the county, and participate in a wide range of community collaborative and capacity building efforts, and engage in efforts to reduce stigma; and A strong commitment to and demonstrated skills in provision of culturally competent services to diverse populations, consistently utilizing multicultural skills, knowledge and experience. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience) KNOWLEDGE Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, organizational change, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Administrative - Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology. Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards. Management & Leadership - Knowledge of effective leadership, direction and supervision. Principles of people management training, coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations including quality performance management and results-based accountability. Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process. Public Health Services - Principles and practices of public health including organization, management, and staffing. Project Management - Knowledge of principles and practices for Project Management and techniques of assessing workflow output. SKILLS/ABILITIES Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Communicate Effectively - Orally and in writing, in order to make presentations and recommendations to individuals, groups and public boards. Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Instructing - Teaching others how to do something. Interpersonal Relationships - Developing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training /instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things. Management of personnel resources - Motivating developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job. Monitoring - Monitoring / Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Negotiation - Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Reading Comprehension. Strategic Planning - Establish goals and objectives, participate in strategic planning and outcome measurement. Systems Analysis - Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes. Systems Evaluation - Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system. Time Management - Manage tasks appropriately to accommodate multiple deadlines. Writing / Speaking - Communicating effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience. We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or a related field; AND ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: One (1) year of experience performing duties such as data analysis, program development, and project coordination in a classification comparable to a Stanislaus County Staff Services Analyst; OR One (1) year of supervisory experience in a public or private agency performing duties involving contracts, organizing events (conferences, presentations and trainings), data analysis or researching evidence-based modalities/trainings DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application Lived experience as a consumer of behavioral health services or as a family member of a consumer of behavioral health services Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES / FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. Application Review and Screening . Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. Written Examination . Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. Oral Examination . Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. Eligible Lists . Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: April 3 , 2024 Oral Examination: Week of April 15, 2024 Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County . GENERAL INFORMATION Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary . Closing Date/Time: 4/3/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Mar 28, 2024
Full Time
About the Opportunity THE POSITION Under the supervision of the Training Manager, the Staff Services Coordinator within the Workforce Development and Training Department will oversee the internship and training activities in partnership with school districts, colleges, and universities. The coordinator will collaborate with other programs within the department to maintain compliance with classifications, federal and state requirements regarding licensure and certifications. The goals of the training program include the following: provide effective training that promotes continuous learning, professional development and is responsive to the BHRS Strategic Plan, staff, contract staff and consumer and family needs; to offer opportunities for staff to maintain their licensure, or re-certification by providing continuing education units; and to provide training that promotes the capacity of communities to support wellness, resilience and recovery. This individual will work closely with the WE&T Team to assist with the implementation of the MHSA WE&T plan. In addition, the Staff Services Coordinator will work closely with BHRS management to ensure training focused on Cultural Competence, Equity and Social Justice, Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health required courses, and prevention and early intervention. This recruitment is being conducted to fill a vacancy for Behavioral Health and Recovery Services and establish an eligible list to fill future full-time vacancies. Stanislaus County adheres to all Public Health Orders and is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. To view the current Public Health orders, please visit the California Department of Public Health website here for more information. To learn more about the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services department, Click Here . Click here for details Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Mid-Management/Supervisory bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Typical Tasks Provide positive leadership and guidance to staff to ensure quality service delivery; Assist the Manager with direct supervision, staff development, training, performance evaluation of director of Volunteer services, contracted clinical supervisors, and internship programs; Perform complex technical work to assist the department with bridging trainings and monitoring between BHRS CASRA and Modesto Junior College; Analyze, interpret, and report out data for BHRS Volunteer Program; Analyze and interpret complex written materials such as established regulations, policies, procedures, State /Federal legislation, Core Competency guidelines; Review and complete Behavior Health and Recovery Services contracts with universities, collages, and presenters; Collaborate with other programs within the department to maintain compliance with classifications, federal and state requirements regarding licensure and certifications; Ensure interns and BHRS staff are working towards certification to gain training in the following areas: Psychosocial interventions Assessment Community-based methods of treatment Client-Centered Advocacy Problem Solving Strategies Consultation, Evaluation, and Research Ability to work as a positive team member and promote and encourage team participation in problem solving and delegate tasks to team members when appropriate; Knowledge of peer/consumer value in the work place; Ability to maintain boundaries; Promote team building and good moral; Ability to train and provide effective clinical and behavioral interventions; Assists and maintains oversight of team and adherence of federal and state regulations; Ensures departments policies and procedures are adhered to and carried out; Encourages staff to collaborate with one another in resolving problems; Monitor clinical documentation for compliance with Medi-Cal, Federal and State regulations; Promote continued training in the electronic health record, as needed; Bridge the gap between upper management and direct service staff; Understanding of and commitment to the integration of mental health and substance use disorder treatment; Provide effective training of clinical and behavioral interventions; Knowledge of and commitment to include Mental Health Services Act essential elements and Four Transformational Elements; Maintain a safe work environment; Knowledge of client driven, strength-based, and culturally informed treatment; Ability to use effective and assertive communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills; Participates in departmental meetings and committees; Establish cooperative partnerships with community agencies to ensure improved service to clients; Cooperate with all monitoring agencies reviewing department compliance; Provide statistical reports as required; A commitment to developing a culturally informed staff and to providing culturally proficient services; Strategically build and maintain relationships with internal and external community partners across the county, and participate in a wide range of community collaborative and capacity building efforts, and engage in efforts to reduce stigma; and A strong commitment to and demonstrated skills in provision of culturally competent services to diverse populations, consistently utilizing multicultural skills, knowledge and experience. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience) KNOWLEDGE Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, organizational change, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Administrative - Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology. Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards. Management & Leadership - Knowledge of effective leadership, direction and supervision. Principles of people management training, coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations including quality performance management and results-based accountability. Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process. Public Health Services - Principles and practices of public health including organization, management, and staffing. Project Management - Knowledge of principles and practices for Project Management and techniques of assessing workflow output. SKILLS/ABILITIES Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Communicate Effectively - Orally and in writing, in order to make presentations and recommendations to individuals, groups and public boards. Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Instructing - Teaching others how to do something. Interpersonal Relationships - Developing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training /instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things. Management of personnel resources - Motivating developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job. Monitoring - Monitoring / Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Negotiation - Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Reading Comprehension. Strategic Planning - Establish goals and objectives, participate in strategic planning and outcome measurement. Systems Analysis - Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes. Systems Evaluation - Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system. Time Management - Manage tasks appropriately to accommodate multiple deadlines. Writing / Speaking - Communicating effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience. We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or a related field; AND ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: One (1) year of experience performing duties such as data analysis, program development, and project coordination in a classification comparable to a Stanislaus County Staff Services Analyst; OR One (1) year of supervisory experience in a public or private agency performing duties involving contracts, organizing events (conferences, presentations and trainings), data analysis or researching evidence-based modalities/trainings DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application Lived experience as a consumer of behavioral health services or as a family member of a consumer of behavioral health services Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES / FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. Application Review and Screening . Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. Written Examination . Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. Oral Examination . Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. Eligible Lists . Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: April 3 , 2024 Oral Examination: Week of April 15, 2024 Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County . GENERAL INFORMATION Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary . Closing Date/Time: 4/3/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Solano County, CA
Fairfield, California, United States
Introduction WHY JOIN US AT SOLANO COUNTY? COMMITMENT TO SERVICE: Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play. We serve the public in many different ways, including: Providing primary medical, dental, substance abuse, mental health and social services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved, and administering federal, state, and local public assistance programs Providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated area of the county Protecting the community from public health threats such as communicable diseases Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence and terrorism or other emergencies Managing the criminal justice process after arrest (jail, prosecution, defense, probation) Supporting other local governments through efficient property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local jurisdictions; and, Administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, and land use planning OUR EMPLOYEES: Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day to day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership. WHY WE EXIST: Help us foster an environment where a well-qualified and trained workforce succeeds. The County of Solano recognizes that our employees are our biggest asset. We work collaboratively to solve problems and introduce creative solutions. If you are a creative team player with a broad human resources background and interest in a generalist position, we invite you to apply for this opportunity. The mission of the Human Resources Department is to be a strategic partner who provides our customers with high quality services and fosters an environment where a well-qualified and trained workforce succeeds. Click here to learn more about the Human Resources Department http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/hr/default.asp The Position Solano County is committed to encouraging the health and well-being of its workforce. A state of wellness is much more than the absence of illness; it is about making healthy lifestyle choices and learning to take care of yourself - mind, body, and spirit. The Wellness Coordinator plays an essential part in the planning, developing, administering, and promoting of a county-wide employee wellness and work/life balance program. The Coordinator works with other county services and community partners to coordinate program activities. The Department of Human Resources is recruiting for a regular part-time position (28 hours per week). POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education: An Associate of Art’s Degree in wellness, health, fitness or another related field; AND Experience: Two years of administrative level experience related to the area of assignment is required. A concentration in program and service delivery is desired. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the class may be substituted on a year-by-year basis. IDEAL EMPLOYEE WELLNESS COORDINATOR CANDIDATE STATEMENT Summary The Solano County Employee Wellness Coordinator position coordinates a wide variety of workplace wellness health promotion and health education programs for over 3,000 employees. The Coordinator creates and implements a range of workplace wellness services including financial wellness, mental health, digital wellness, as well as physical health and ergonomic health and injury prevention. The Coordinator regularly creates and conducts public presentations to employee groups and manages a digital platform and website content. Collaboration and Volunteer Management Working together in teams, committees and other partnerships is essential to support the scope and success of programs. Since 2007, an advisory Wellness Committee of County staff experts meet with the Coordinator to guide the direction of the program to meet employee needs. Inspiring and guiding 40-60 staff volunteer Wellness Ambassadors, who serve within their department worksites, has been a key to marketing and implementing programs in the many unique workplaces across the agency. Online Content and Digital Platform Management Creating content for, maintaining and administering the My Well Site App, a wellness platform/app for County employees, is the Coordinator’s responsibility, as is maintaining employee wellness content on the employee intranet. The Coordinator also creates a monthly wellness newsletter and awareness/educational flyers and materials for wellness and safety. Communications and Marketing Outreach, marketing and publicizing information is a large part of the work, so knowledge and technical skills in communications will be well utilized by the Coordinator. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises. To view the full job description which includes examples of duties, please visit http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=7244 BENEFITS The Wellness Coordinator is a part-time position (28 hours per week). Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible to participate in the County’s benefits plans. Contributions are prorated based on the full-time equivalency. (Full-time positions) Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage is $1,900.58 per month for 2023. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage. Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County. Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security. (Pro-rated for part-time positions) The County observes 12 full-day fixed, paid holidays per year and 2 half-day fixed holidays per year. Additionally, employees in this bargaining unit receive 2 paid floating holidays per year. (Pro-rated for part-time positions) Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 3 years. (Pro-rated for part-time positions) Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year. Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years. To view the benefits for a regular position, please visit: Benefits Summary Extra-help employees who work less than 29 hours per week do not typically receive or accrue benefits of regular employees during their period of employment. All extra-help employees accrue .034 hours of Paid Time Off for every full hour worked. To view the benefits for an extra-help position, please visit: Benefits Summary CULTURE OF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT Solano County is committed to “Invest In and For the Future” by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs: • Tuition Reimbursement Program • Annual Education Fair • County Mentoring Program • Leadership Academy • Supervisory Trainings • Skill Development Trainings • Self-paced learning opportunities Selection Process 01/03/24 - Deadline to submit application and required documents. Week of 1/22/24 - Tentative week for departmental interviews for most qualified candidates. Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. How to Apply Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com , to apply. Applications must be submitted through the JobAps system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the final filing date. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Wellness Coordinator) and the recruitment number (23-433310-01) in your email or fax. Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment . Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA. Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time. Document Submittal Requirements In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title (Wellness Coordinator) and the recruitment number (23-433310-01) in your email or fax. Supplemental Questionnaire This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants’ qualifications for this position and assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely. Omitted information will not be considered or assumed. Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank. Please note that the experience in your answers must be reflected in your employment history. 1 The following best describes my education: I have a degree (Associates of Arts; Bachelor’s; Masters) in Wellness, Health, Fitness, or a closely related field I do not have a Wellness degree, a Health degree, a Fitness degree, or a degree in a closely related field (Associates of Arts; Bachelor’s; Masters) I do not have a conferred degree 2 How many years of full-time experience do you have planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, promoting, and evaluating worksite wellness program and associated initiatives and activities? Less than 2 years of experience 2-3 years of experience More than 3 years of experience 3 If you have the experience listed in Question #2, please indicate the following: 1) Job Title(s), 2) Employer, 3) Dates of Employment, 4) What stakeholders you worked with, 5) Your level of involvement and responsibility with those systems. If you do not have this experience, please indicate “N/A.” 4 How many years of full-time experience do you have with developing and establishing wellness program objectives, priorities, and performance targets? Less than 2 years of experience 2-3 years of experience More than 3 years of experience 5 If you have experience listed in Question #4, please indicate the following: 1) Job Title(s), 2) Employer Name(s), 3) Employment Dates, 4) What stakeholders you worked with, 5) Your level of involvement, responsibility, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A". 6 How many years of fulltime experience do you have performing community outreach and developing partnerships and linkages with community groups? Less than 2 years of experience 2-3 years of experience More than 3 years of experience 7 If you have experience listed in Question #6, please indicate the following: 1) Job Title(s), 2) Employer Name(s), 3) Employment Dates, 4) What community groups, businesses, and other resources/services/providers you worked with, 5) Your level of involvement, responsibility, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A". Veterans Preference Points To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations. Americans With Disabilities Act It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215 . This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request. Solano County Click here to take a video tour of Solano County OUR COMMUNITY Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play. The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six consecutive years - the only California community with that distinction. • Live - Solano County, as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and affordability. • Learn - Higher education abounds! Within the County, education choices include Solano Community College, CSU Maritime, Brandman University, and Touro University. Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis. • Work - The blend of agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction of Solano County. Blessed with a thriving agricultural economy, the County is also home to biotechnology and other growth industries, and Travis Air Force Base. • Play - Situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento-the State capitol, Solano County is home to rolling hillsides, waterfronts, fertile farmland and recreational areas. County residents can enjoy day trips to the San Francisco Bay area, Sacramento, the Delta, Lake Tahoe region, and the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. County Population (2023): 465,536 The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 3/29/2024 5:00:00 PM
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Introduction WHY JOIN US AT SOLANO COUNTY? COMMITMENT TO SERVICE: Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play. We serve the public in many different ways, including: Providing primary medical, dental, substance abuse, mental health and social services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved, and administering federal, state, and local public assistance programs Providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated area of the county Protecting the community from public health threats such as communicable diseases Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence and terrorism or other emergencies Managing the criminal justice process after arrest (jail, prosecution, defense, probation) Supporting other local governments through efficient property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local jurisdictions; and, Administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, and land use planning OUR EMPLOYEES: Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day to day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership. WHY WE EXIST: Help us foster an environment where a well-qualified and trained workforce succeeds. The County of Solano recognizes that our employees are our biggest asset. We work collaboratively to solve problems and introduce creative solutions. If you are a creative team player with a broad human resources background and interest in a generalist position, we invite you to apply for this opportunity. The mission of the Human Resources Department is to be a strategic partner who provides our customers with high quality services and fosters an environment where a well-qualified and trained workforce succeeds. Click here to learn more about the Human Resources Department http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/hr/default.asp The Position Solano County is committed to encouraging the health and well-being of its workforce. A state of wellness is much more than the absence of illness; it is about making healthy lifestyle choices and learning to take care of yourself - mind, body, and spirit. The Wellness Coordinator plays an essential part in the planning, developing, administering, and promoting of a county-wide employee wellness and work/life balance program. The Coordinator works with other county services and community partners to coordinate program activities. The Department of Human Resources is recruiting for a regular part-time position (28 hours per week). POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education: An Associate of Art’s Degree in wellness, health, fitness or another related field; AND Experience: Two years of administrative level experience related to the area of assignment is required. A concentration in program and service delivery is desired. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the class may be substituted on a year-by-year basis. IDEAL EMPLOYEE WELLNESS COORDINATOR CANDIDATE STATEMENT Summary The Solano County Employee Wellness Coordinator position coordinates a wide variety of workplace wellness health promotion and health education programs for over 3,000 employees. The Coordinator creates and implements a range of workplace wellness services including financial wellness, mental health, digital wellness, as well as physical health and ergonomic health and injury prevention. The Coordinator regularly creates and conducts public presentations to employee groups and manages a digital platform and website content. Collaboration and Volunteer Management Working together in teams, committees and other partnerships is essential to support the scope and success of programs. Since 2007, an advisory Wellness Committee of County staff experts meet with the Coordinator to guide the direction of the program to meet employee needs. Inspiring and guiding 40-60 staff volunteer Wellness Ambassadors, who serve within their department worksites, has been a key to marketing and implementing programs in the many unique workplaces across the agency. Online Content and Digital Platform Management Creating content for, maintaining and administering the My Well Site App, a wellness platform/app for County employees, is the Coordinator’s responsibility, as is maintaining employee wellness content on the employee intranet. The Coordinator also creates a monthly wellness newsletter and awareness/educational flyers and materials for wellness and safety. Communications and Marketing Outreach, marketing and publicizing information is a large part of the work, so knowledge and technical skills in communications will be well utilized by the Coordinator. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises. To view the full job description which includes examples of duties, please visit http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=7244 BENEFITS The Wellness Coordinator is a part-time position (28 hours per week). Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible to participate in the County’s benefits plans. Contributions are prorated based on the full-time equivalency. (Full-time positions) Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage is $1,900.58 per month for 2023. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage. Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County. Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security. (Pro-rated for part-time positions) The County observes 12 full-day fixed, paid holidays per year and 2 half-day fixed holidays per year. Additionally, employees in this bargaining unit receive 2 paid floating holidays per year. (Pro-rated for part-time positions) Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 3 years. (Pro-rated for part-time positions) Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year. Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years. To view the benefits for a regular position, please visit: Benefits Summary Extra-help employees who work less than 29 hours per week do not typically receive or accrue benefits of regular employees during their period of employment. All extra-help employees accrue .034 hours of Paid Time Off for every full hour worked. To view the benefits for an extra-help position, please visit: Benefits Summary CULTURE OF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT Solano County is committed to “Invest In and For the Future” by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs: • Tuition Reimbursement Program • Annual Education Fair • County Mentoring Program • Leadership Academy • Supervisory Trainings • Skill Development Trainings • Self-paced learning opportunities Selection Process 01/03/24 - Deadline to submit application and required documents. Week of 1/22/24 - Tentative week for departmental interviews for most qualified candidates. Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. How to Apply Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com , to apply. Applications must be submitted through the JobAps system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the final filing date. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Wellness Coordinator) and the recruitment number (23-433310-01) in your email or fax. Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment . Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA. Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time. Document Submittal Requirements In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title (Wellness Coordinator) and the recruitment number (23-433310-01) in your email or fax. Supplemental Questionnaire This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants’ qualifications for this position and assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely. Omitted information will not be considered or assumed. Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank. Please note that the experience in your answers must be reflected in your employment history. 1 The following best describes my education: I have a degree (Associates of Arts; Bachelor’s; Masters) in Wellness, Health, Fitness, or a closely related field I do not have a Wellness degree, a Health degree, a Fitness degree, or a degree in a closely related field (Associates of Arts; Bachelor’s; Masters) I do not have a conferred degree 2 How many years of full-time experience do you have planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, promoting, and evaluating worksite wellness program and associated initiatives and activities? Less than 2 years of experience 2-3 years of experience More than 3 years of experience 3 If you have the experience listed in Question #2, please indicate the following: 1) Job Title(s), 2) Employer, 3) Dates of Employment, 4) What stakeholders you worked with, 5) Your level of involvement and responsibility with those systems. If you do not have this experience, please indicate “N/A.” 4 How many years of full-time experience do you have with developing and establishing wellness program objectives, priorities, and performance targets? Less than 2 years of experience 2-3 years of experience More than 3 years of experience 5 If you have experience listed in Question #4, please indicate the following: 1) Job Title(s), 2) Employer Name(s), 3) Employment Dates, 4) What stakeholders you worked with, 5) Your level of involvement, responsibility, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A". 6 How many years of fulltime experience do you have performing community outreach and developing partnerships and linkages with community groups? Less than 2 years of experience 2-3 years of experience More than 3 years of experience 7 If you have experience listed in Question #6, please indicate the following: 1) Job Title(s), 2) Employer Name(s), 3) Employment Dates, 4) What community groups, businesses, and other resources/services/providers you worked with, 5) Your level of involvement, responsibility, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A". Veterans Preference Points To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations. Americans With Disabilities Act It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215 . This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request. Solano County Click here to take a video tour of Solano County OUR COMMUNITY Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play. The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six consecutive years - the only California community with that distinction. • Live - Solano County, as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and affordability. • Learn - Higher education abounds! Within the County, education choices include Solano Community College, CSU Maritime, Brandman University, and Touro University. Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis. • Work - The blend of agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction of Solano County. Blessed with a thriving agricultural economy, the County is also home to biotechnology and other growth industries, and Travis Air Force Base. • Play - Situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento-the State capitol, Solano County is home to rolling hillsides, waterfronts, fertile farmland and recreational areas. County residents can enjoy day trips to the San Francisco Bay area, Sacramento, the Delta, Lake Tahoe region, and the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. County Population (2023): 465,536 The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 3/29/2024 5:00:00 PM
MARIN COUNTY, CA
San Rafael, California, United States
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES : At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service. ABOUT THE POSITION This Behavioral Health Practitioner (Associate or Licensed) recruitment is to establish an eligible list for all Behavioral Health and Social Services Programs. (Some roles below are Bilingual desired - Spanish/English and some roles are Bilingual Required - Spanish/English) This list may be used to fill Behavioral Health Practitioner, (Associate or Licensed) vacancies as long as the list is active. As such, you are encouraged to apply even if a vacancy doesn’t exist in the program for which you are interested. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Behavioral Health Practitioner, Monolingual salary range: $3,466 biweekly- $4,178 biweekly for 1 FTE positions Behavioral Health Practitioner, Bilingual salary range: $3,693 biweekly- $4,452 biweekly for 1 FTE positions There are positions within Behavioral Health and Recovery Services and Social Services. Social Services Program: Under the umbrella of Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS), the Behavioral Health Practitioner will work as part of the CalWORKs team and would be co-supervised by the CalWORKs Social Service Unit Supervisor and the BHRS Supervisor. CalWORKs is a cash assistance program for families with children and includes the Welfare to Work program which provides case management, supportive services, and referrals to outside community agencies to assist in addressing any barriers to employment. The Behavioral Health Practitioner provides short-term case management services to CalWORKs clients and their families who have significant barriers inhibiting their ability to secure employment and become self-sufficient. This position includes working with various community groups, providing appropriate referrals, and collaboration amongst other staff (employment counselors, social service workers, program coordinator). Typical tasks include extensive interviewing to identify barriers, assessing needs, and creating case plans for progression. Utilizes statewide computer database system to input client information and interpreting and applying all state/federal programmatic policies and regulations. The position requires the BHP to be responsible for carrying a caseload of CalWORKs clients and will provide services to English speaking and the Latinx community to reduce barriers and address issues using the client’s preferred language of English or Spanish in service delivery within the Health and Human Services programs. Fluency in Spanish is required. There is currently one full-time (1 FTE) vacancy in the Division of Employment and Training. Behavioral Health and Recovery Services: Children’s Mental Health Services There is one (1) vacancy which will be filled with a Behavioral Health Practitioner (associate or licensed). Children’s Mental Health Services provides outpatient individual and family therapy as well as targeted case management. The position will report to a Children’s Mental Health Unit Supervisor who manages the day-to-day operations. This position will be assessing children and youth referred to Youth and Family Services (YFS) per their level of care needed and meeting the medical necessity. This role will be completing clinical assessments, ongoing trauma screenings, with formulating diagnostic impressions, and co-creating treatment plans with client/parents. Maintaining ongoing, timely documentation for each client is a must, and flexibility to work in the community, clinic and schools is needed, along with a strong sense of collaboration. This position is responsible for carrying a caseload of clients/families providing services in Spanish and English. This position will also be providing clinical consultation to school staff, community members and other groups as needed and approved by their supervisor. This role requires bilingual skills (Spanish and English). S ome duties of this position may be performed remotely and options to telework up to three days per week and work remaining days onsite are available; however, the successful candidate must be able to report to County facilities for meetings, work assignments, and/or disaster service work upon short notice, as needed and deemed appropriate. While onboarding and training, the successful candidate may be required to work primarily onsite before establishing a hybrid work schedule. Forensic System of Care There is one (1) vacancy which will be filled with a Behavioral Health Practitioner (associate or licensed). The Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Coordinator position will be an opportunity to have a significant and meaningful impact on all communities within the County of Marin. The vision for this unique position is to serve as a connection between community-based programs (988, schools, shelters, etc.), county BHRS services (MCRT/TOT, jail mental health, collaborative courts, full-service partnerships, etc.) and local law enforcement departments (department briefings, etc.). The position will include client coordination, CIT Stakeholder Committee oversight, and to act as a liaison between law enforcement and mental health professionals, with the goal of avoiding unnecessary incarceration. Community collaboration through the continued integration of 988, school-based services and the creation of joint-response protocols. The support of critical incident response, with effective trauma-informed communication, collaboration and coordination. The position also organizes, designs, and manages the oversight of the biannual CIT Training, which is a 40-hour/weeklong training for law enforcement on crisis de-escalation techniques, common severe mental illnesses observed in the field, cultural competence, self-care, etc. Data collection and outcome gathering will be required supported by quality management. Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are desired but not required. The position is Monday-Friday, business hours, and largely community-based with some opportunity for hybrid work. IMPACT South Program There is one (1) vacancy in which will be filled with a Behavioral Health Practitioner (associate or licensed). The IMPACT, South program is a multidisciplinary team that provides mental health treatment services to Marin Medi-Cal beneficiaries diagnosed with severe mental illness. Under the direction of the assigned Unit Supervisor and based on business needs, the practitioner will be assigned across a variety of BHRS programs. The practitioner will provide intensive case management or screening and referral services to the adult/older adult population across the age spectrum of 18 y.o. and up. Duties will include ongoing comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and acting as client advocates when clients are not able to advocate for themselves. This position will also be providing services to the Latinx community in order to reduce barriers to service within this community; thus, bilingual/bicultural experience in Spanish is needed. This role will work regularly with the ACASA program to provide clinical supervision to program volunteers. This role is required to be in the office or in the field/community and bilingual skills (Spanish and English) are highly desired. ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: The ideal candidate has experience in providing clinical assessment and/or diagnosis of mental health disorders and will be comfortable working with diverse, vulnerable, urban and rural populations. Experience working with clients across the lifespan in a mental health setting and/or clients who meet criteria for serious mental health/serious emotional disturbance is ideal. Written and oral communication skills should be excellent. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently and be self-directed as well as work well with a team of highly skilled professionals. The candidate should have excellent judgment and decision-making skills, should be well versed in community resources, and have excellent computer and documentation skills in addition to excellent work habits. The ideal candidate will be able to work successfully in a high volume, fast paced work environment and be able to manage psychiatric crisis and meet productivity standards. The ideal candidate will understand the importance of collaboration and will strive to have strong working relationships with team members, clients, families, volunteers, other Health & Human Services providers, and community partners. In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience working collaboratively with psychiatric emergency services and acute psychiatric hospital units. Additionally, the ideal candidate will need to possess effective working skills such as, organization, time management and communication, both verbal and written. The candidate also possesses the ability to manage/consult around complex clinical issues, identify/implement goals, and be a collaborative team member. The ideal candidate has experience providing clinical services including assessment, diagnosis or ongoing treatment using Spanish language skills with the Latinx community. For Social Services: The ideal candidate for this position will have specific experience providing clinical assessment and/or diagnosis of mental health disorders as well as providing short-term individual and group therapy services to clients receiving CalWORKs benefits and their families who are experiencing several barriers such as: homelessness, domestic abuse, mental and physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and substance use, to name a few. They have knowledge of the Welfare-to-Work program within the CalWORKs program and understand the goals of the program. For Children’s Mental Health Services : The ideal candidate will have experience with both latency and adolescent age youth, experience in completing clinical assessments, providing individual, family and group therapy in both public service system (government) and school systems. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience working with serious and challenging at risk young children and youth, and work with a trauma informed lens. The ideal candidate will be able to case manage and work well with diverse and low-income families who are marginalized, present with multiple stressors, language barriers, have significant trauma histories, and many other challenges they face daily. For Forensic System of Care: The person in the CIT Coordinator position must be comfortable in a new position, with the flexibility to take direction and make innovative contributions to help develop the role. The ability to successfully multi-task and track various projects is required. The ability to have both a large-scale understanding of county-wide services, as well as the interpersonal ability to collaborate with community partners will be a helpful skill to have and develop. The CIT Coordinator will be clinically competent with prior direct-client care, as well as have some experience managing projects, reporting outcomes, and public-speaking/presenting. The ideal candidate will see this position as an opportunity to create a network of partnerships using a multi-agency approach and have a mix of primarily professional collaboration and coordination with occasional direct service work when needed. For IMPACT South: The ideal candidate will have experience working independently and be self-directed as well as work well with an intensive, multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled professionals. The ideal candidate will understand the importance of collaboration and will strive to have strong working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be able to work successfully in a high volume, fast paced work environment. The candidate will have the ability to work with workgroups with stakeholders from different parts of the organization and community. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clear and effective communication skills, both oral and written. The candidate will have a record of meeting deadlines and maintaining productivity standards. We recognize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required Minimum Qualifications: EITHER possession of a Master's degree from an accredited institution in social work, psychology, counseling or a closely related field by first date of employment OR possession of a Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or a closely related field by first date of employment AND equivalent to one year of clinical behavioral health experience under qualified supervision in a behavioral health setting appropriate to the assignment. Certificates & Licenses Behavioral Health Practitioner From the first day of employment, an employee must be registered with the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist OR Associate Professional Clinical Counselor AND employees must successfully pass the licensing exam within six years from the date of employment. From the first date of employment, an employee who is an unlicensed Psychologist is required to be waiver-eligible AND must successfully pass the licensing exam within the five-year waiver period. Failure to obtain licensure within specified timelines will result in termination of employment. Incumbents must acquire the appropriate licensure before advancing to the Licensed Crisis Specialist. Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner Must be professionally licensed by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor OR must be professionally licensed as a Clinical Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology. Qualified non-California residents must submit proof of license eligibility in California that meets the requirement of their prospective licensing board and be waiver eligible from the California Department of Health Care Services. Failure to obtain licensure within the specified timelines, and/or loss of State registration at any time, will result in termination of employment. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver’s license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County including review of a recent DMV history. At the time of the selection interview b y the appointing authority, applicants will have to furnish a recent DMV driving record. ABOUT THE PROCESS All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. OPEN & CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT : Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for an Open and Continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment. For Some Forensics roles, Background Investigation: Successful applicants will be subject to a thorough and rigorous background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, a criminal records check, interviews with friends, relatives, neighbors and employers; verification of DMV records; and overall employment and education history. An applicant may be disqualified for past criminal convictions, poor driving record, providing false background information, and other reasons. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency . PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 18, 2024
Full Time
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES : At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service. ABOUT THE POSITION This Behavioral Health Practitioner (Associate or Licensed) recruitment is to establish an eligible list for all Behavioral Health and Social Services Programs. (Some roles below are Bilingual desired - Spanish/English and some roles are Bilingual Required - Spanish/English) This list may be used to fill Behavioral Health Practitioner, (Associate or Licensed) vacancies as long as the list is active. As such, you are encouraged to apply even if a vacancy doesn’t exist in the program for which you are interested. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Behavioral Health Practitioner, Monolingual salary range: $3,466 biweekly- $4,178 biweekly for 1 FTE positions Behavioral Health Practitioner, Bilingual salary range: $3,693 biweekly- $4,452 biweekly for 1 FTE positions There are positions within Behavioral Health and Recovery Services and Social Services. Social Services Program: Under the umbrella of Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS), the Behavioral Health Practitioner will work as part of the CalWORKs team and would be co-supervised by the CalWORKs Social Service Unit Supervisor and the BHRS Supervisor. CalWORKs is a cash assistance program for families with children and includes the Welfare to Work program which provides case management, supportive services, and referrals to outside community agencies to assist in addressing any barriers to employment. The Behavioral Health Practitioner provides short-term case management services to CalWORKs clients and their families who have significant barriers inhibiting their ability to secure employment and become self-sufficient. This position includes working with various community groups, providing appropriate referrals, and collaboration amongst other staff (employment counselors, social service workers, program coordinator). Typical tasks include extensive interviewing to identify barriers, assessing needs, and creating case plans for progression. Utilizes statewide computer database system to input client information and interpreting and applying all state/federal programmatic policies and regulations. The position requires the BHP to be responsible for carrying a caseload of CalWORKs clients and will provide services to English speaking and the Latinx community to reduce barriers and address issues using the client’s preferred language of English or Spanish in service delivery within the Health and Human Services programs. Fluency in Spanish is required. There is currently one full-time (1 FTE) vacancy in the Division of Employment and Training. Behavioral Health and Recovery Services: Children’s Mental Health Services There is one (1) vacancy which will be filled with a Behavioral Health Practitioner (associate or licensed). Children’s Mental Health Services provides outpatient individual and family therapy as well as targeted case management. The position will report to a Children’s Mental Health Unit Supervisor who manages the day-to-day operations. This position will be assessing children and youth referred to Youth and Family Services (YFS) per their level of care needed and meeting the medical necessity. This role will be completing clinical assessments, ongoing trauma screenings, with formulating diagnostic impressions, and co-creating treatment plans with client/parents. Maintaining ongoing, timely documentation for each client is a must, and flexibility to work in the community, clinic and schools is needed, along with a strong sense of collaboration. This position is responsible for carrying a caseload of clients/families providing services in Spanish and English. This position will also be providing clinical consultation to school staff, community members and other groups as needed and approved by their supervisor. This role requires bilingual skills (Spanish and English). S ome duties of this position may be performed remotely and options to telework up to three days per week and work remaining days onsite are available; however, the successful candidate must be able to report to County facilities for meetings, work assignments, and/or disaster service work upon short notice, as needed and deemed appropriate. While onboarding and training, the successful candidate may be required to work primarily onsite before establishing a hybrid work schedule. Forensic System of Care There is one (1) vacancy which will be filled with a Behavioral Health Practitioner (associate or licensed). The Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Coordinator position will be an opportunity to have a significant and meaningful impact on all communities within the County of Marin. The vision for this unique position is to serve as a connection between community-based programs (988, schools, shelters, etc.), county BHRS services (MCRT/TOT, jail mental health, collaborative courts, full-service partnerships, etc.) and local law enforcement departments (department briefings, etc.). The position will include client coordination, CIT Stakeholder Committee oversight, and to act as a liaison between law enforcement and mental health professionals, with the goal of avoiding unnecessary incarceration. Community collaboration through the continued integration of 988, school-based services and the creation of joint-response protocols. The support of critical incident response, with effective trauma-informed communication, collaboration and coordination. The position also organizes, designs, and manages the oversight of the biannual CIT Training, which is a 40-hour/weeklong training for law enforcement on crisis de-escalation techniques, common severe mental illnesses observed in the field, cultural competence, self-care, etc. Data collection and outcome gathering will be required supported by quality management. Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are desired but not required. The position is Monday-Friday, business hours, and largely community-based with some opportunity for hybrid work. IMPACT South Program There is one (1) vacancy in which will be filled with a Behavioral Health Practitioner (associate or licensed). The IMPACT, South program is a multidisciplinary team that provides mental health treatment services to Marin Medi-Cal beneficiaries diagnosed with severe mental illness. Under the direction of the assigned Unit Supervisor and based on business needs, the practitioner will be assigned across a variety of BHRS programs. The practitioner will provide intensive case management or screening and referral services to the adult/older adult population across the age spectrum of 18 y.o. and up. Duties will include ongoing comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and acting as client advocates when clients are not able to advocate for themselves. This position will also be providing services to the Latinx community in order to reduce barriers to service within this community; thus, bilingual/bicultural experience in Spanish is needed. This role will work regularly with the ACASA program to provide clinical supervision to program volunteers. This role is required to be in the office or in the field/community and bilingual skills (Spanish and English) are highly desired. ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: The ideal candidate has experience in providing clinical assessment and/or diagnosis of mental health disorders and will be comfortable working with diverse, vulnerable, urban and rural populations. Experience working with clients across the lifespan in a mental health setting and/or clients who meet criteria for serious mental health/serious emotional disturbance is ideal. Written and oral communication skills should be excellent. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently and be self-directed as well as work well with a team of highly skilled professionals. The candidate should have excellent judgment and decision-making skills, should be well versed in community resources, and have excellent computer and documentation skills in addition to excellent work habits. The ideal candidate will be able to work successfully in a high volume, fast paced work environment and be able to manage psychiatric crisis and meet productivity standards. The ideal candidate will understand the importance of collaboration and will strive to have strong working relationships with team members, clients, families, volunteers, other Health & Human Services providers, and community partners. In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience working collaboratively with psychiatric emergency services and acute psychiatric hospital units. Additionally, the ideal candidate will need to possess effective working skills such as, organization, time management and communication, both verbal and written. The candidate also possesses the ability to manage/consult around complex clinical issues, identify/implement goals, and be a collaborative team member. The ideal candidate has experience providing clinical services including assessment, diagnosis or ongoing treatment using Spanish language skills with the Latinx community. For Social Services: The ideal candidate for this position will have specific experience providing clinical assessment and/or diagnosis of mental health disorders as well as providing short-term individual and group therapy services to clients receiving CalWORKs benefits and their families who are experiencing several barriers such as: homelessness, domestic abuse, mental and physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and substance use, to name a few. They have knowledge of the Welfare-to-Work program within the CalWORKs program and understand the goals of the program. For Children’s Mental Health Services : The ideal candidate will have experience with both latency and adolescent age youth, experience in completing clinical assessments, providing individual, family and group therapy in both public service system (government) and school systems. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience working with serious and challenging at risk young children and youth, and work with a trauma informed lens. The ideal candidate will be able to case manage and work well with diverse and low-income families who are marginalized, present with multiple stressors, language barriers, have significant trauma histories, and many other challenges they face daily. For Forensic System of Care: The person in the CIT Coordinator position must be comfortable in a new position, with the flexibility to take direction and make innovative contributions to help develop the role. The ability to successfully multi-task and track various projects is required. The ability to have both a large-scale understanding of county-wide services, as well as the interpersonal ability to collaborate with community partners will be a helpful skill to have and develop. The CIT Coordinator will be clinically competent with prior direct-client care, as well as have some experience managing projects, reporting outcomes, and public-speaking/presenting. The ideal candidate will see this position as an opportunity to create a network of partnerships using a multi-agency approach and have a mix of primarily professional collaboration and coordination with occasional direct service work when needed. For IMPACT South: The ideal candidate will have experience working independently and be self-directed as well as work well with an intensive, multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled professionals. The ideal candidate will understand the importance of collaboration and will strive to have strong working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be able to work successfully in a high volume, fast paced work environment. The candidate will have the ability to work with workgroups with stakeholders from different parts of the organization and community. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clear and effective communication skills, both oral and written. The candidate will have a record of meeting deadlines and maintaining productivity standards. We recognize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required Minimum Qualifications: EITHER possession of a Master's degree from an accredited institution in social work, psychology, counseling or a closely related field by first date of employment OR possession of a Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or a closely related field by first date of employment AND equivalent to one year of clinical behavioral health experience under qualified supervision in a behavioral health setting appropriate to the assignment. Certificates & Licenses Behavioral Health Practitioner From the first day of employment, an employee must be registered with the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist OR Associate Professional Clinical Counselor AND employees must successfully pass the licensing exam within six years from the date of employment. From the first date of employment, an employee who is an unlicensed Psychologist is required to be waiver-eligible AND must successfully pass the licensing exam within the five-year waiver period. Failure to obtain licensure within specified timelines will result in termination of employment. Incumbents must acquire the appropriate licensure before advancing to the Licensed Crisis Specialist. Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner Must be professionally licensed by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor OR must be professionally licensed as a Clinical Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology. Qualified non-California residents must submit proof of license eligibility in California that meets the requirement of their prospective licensing board and be waiver eligible from the California Department of Health Care Services. Failure to obtain licensure within the specified timelines, and/or loss of State registration at any time, will result in termination of employment. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver’s license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County including review of a recent DMV history. At the time of the selection interview b y the appointing authority, applicants will have to furnish a recent DMV driving record. ABOUT THE PROCESS All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. OPEN & CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT : Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for an Open and Continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment. For Some Forensics roles, Background Investigation: Successful applicants will be subject to a thorough and rigorous background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, a criminal records check, interviews with friends, relatives, neighbors and employers; verification of DMV records; and overall employment and education history. An applicant may be disqualified for past criminal convictions, poor driving record, providing false background information, and other reasons. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency . PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction This examination is being given to fill one vacancy in the Emergency Medical 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. INCENTIVES for HARD to RECRUIT/Retention The 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: $2,000 upon 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 Plans, coordinates, and implements the County’s trauma care system and other critical care systems; evaluates trauma/specialty care performance and makes recommendations to the Emergency Medical Services Administrator. Develops, organizes, implements, reviews and maintains trauma and specialty care quality improvement program functions and activities; identifies trends for improvement; prepares statistical indicators, narrative reports and collateral. Monitors trauma and specialty care center contracts for compliance; conducts audits and site visits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and policies; assists with investigations of emergency medical services personnel and the disciplinary review process pursuant to state guidelines and regulations; makes recommendations for disciplinary actions. Compiles, analyzes, and prepares a variety of statistical and analytical documents and reports to meet standards and compliance; maintains the EMS Agency’s central trauma registry; evaluates documents and forms to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures and to determine quality of patient care; maintains data and records. Participates in development and implementation of policies, procedures and treatment guidelines for the County pre-hospital and trauma care systems and for other Agency plans; researches and analyzes laws, policies, and relevant regulatory requirements; develops policy statements for approval. Designs and conducts training for the system participants and the public; facilitates the coordination of injury prevention programs. Acts as a liaison with agencies related to trauma and specialty care; leads the trauma audit committee and serves on various committees as assigned; speaks before groups; may disseminate information on Emergency Medical Service programs to the public. May design grant projects; prepare grant proposals and implement and monitor grant projects; may assist with drafting contracts. Assists other Emergency Medical Services staff during disaster and multi-casualty incidents, as required. Performs related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in nursing or health services administration or a closely related field. Experience : Three years of experience in the delivery of emergency medicine, intensive care, or prehospital care; preferably in a designated trauma center or critical care transport environment. Substitution: Graduation from an accredited two-year college with 2 years of direct experience administering or managing: 1) a trauma program for a local EMS agency or; 2) a trauma service, or emergency department, or intensive care service in a designated trauma center may substitute for graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in nursing or health services administration or a closely related field. Certification: Possession of certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required. Certification as Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN), or Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) is desirable. Licenses : Possession of a valid California registered nursing license and driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE Theory, techniques, and practices of emergency medical and trauma care; developments in patient care; principles and practices of emergency medical services quality improvement programs; principles of planning and management of emergency medical services; principles and practices of applicable laws, rules and regulations for emergency medical services; methods of research and statistical gathering, analysis and presentation; basic computer operations, including software pertinent to statistical analysis and data collection; principles and practices of developing, writing and negotiating contracts and grants; basic principles of record keeping. ABILITY Plan, coordinate and implement quality improvement and trauma systems; plan, organize and conduct training and other programs; develop basic teaching plans; interpret, explain and apply complex rules and regulations, policies, and contract provisions; conduct regulatory audits and prepare analysis of findings; make effective presentations to individuals and groups; write contracts and grants; prepare complex reports and statistical data; utilize computers and office automation equipment; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of agencies, organizations, and individuals; perform public speaking. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting for long periods; occasional standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, driving; Lifting -Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; read computer screens; frequent color perception and eye/hand coordination; occasional depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity -Occasional holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact/speaking; occasional travel; Special requirements: may require working weekends/nights/overtime; working alone; Environment -May require working in cold, heat, rain; poor ventilation; occasional noise. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides full-time employees and part-time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premiums.Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 15 days each year up to 10 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Accrual rate is prorated for part-time employees eligible for benefits. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Educational Leave : Each fiscal year, department heads grant 40 hours to full-time employees or 24 hours to part-time employees eligible for benefits of educational leave that are not carried beyond the end of the fiscal year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range (1840 hours for part-time employees), they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Standby Pay : Employees designated by appointing authority to be in standby status is compensated at 33.33% of their regular hourly rate. Educational Supplement: Any bargaining unit nurse who meets at least one of the following criteria will receive an Educational Supplement equal to 5% of their base salary: For those classifications that require an Associate's Degree of Nursing, the nurse has a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. (Nurses who work in Mental Health may substitute a Bachelor's Degree in Pyschology or Social Worker for a degree in Nursing.) For those classifications that require a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, the nurse has a Master's of Science in Nursing. Possess National or approved International certification in the specialty area in which the nurse currently is assigned. Possess CCRN Certification and active ACLS Certificate. Provide proof of completion of a critical care class and active ACLS Certificate. License/Certificate Fees : The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the CNA MOU for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at San Joaquin County General Hospital at no cost to the employee. Job Sharing : Any regular, permanent full-time employee may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program. Eligible employees (civil service and part-time eligible for benefits) may be reimbursed for career-related course work taken on the employee’s own time up to $850 per fiscal year; an employee enrolled in an approved degree program may be reimbursed up to$800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal yearper fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 23, 2024
Full Time
Introduction This examination is being given to fill one vacancy in the Emergency Medical 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. INCENTIVES for HARD to RECRUIT/Retention The 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: $2,000 upon 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 Plans, coordinates, and implements the County’s trauma care system and other critical care systems; evaluates trauma/specialty care performance and makes recommendations to the Emergency Medical Services Administrator. Develops, organizes, implements, reviews and maintains trauma and specialty care quality improvement program functions and activities; identifies trends for improvement; prepares statistical indicators, narrative reports and collateral. Monitors trauma and specialty care center contracts for compliance; conducts audits and site visits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and policies; assists with investigations of emergency medical services personnel and the disciplinary review process pursuant to state guidelines and regulations; makes recommendations for disciplinary actions. Compiles, analyzes, and prepares a variety of statistical and analytical documents and reports to meet standards and compliance; maintains the EMS Agency’s central trauma registry; evaluates documents and forms to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures and to determine quality of patient care; maintains data and records. Participates in development and implementation of policies, procedures and treatment guidelines for the County pre-hospital and trauma care systems and for other Agency plans; researches and analyzes laws, policies, and relevant regulatory requirements; develops policy statements for approval. Designs and conducts training for the system participants and the public; facilitates the coordination of injury prevention programs. Acts as a liaison with agencies related to trauma and specialty care; leads the trauma audit committee and serves on various committees as assigned; speaks before groups; may disseminate information on Emergency Medical Service programs to the public. May design grant projects; prepare grant proposals and implement and monitor grant projects; may assist with drafting contracts. Assists other Emergency Medical Services staff during disaster and multi-casualty incidents, as required. Performs related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in nursing or health services administration or a closely related field. Experience : Three years of experience in the delivery of emergency medicine, intensive care, or prehospital care; preferably in a designated trauma center or critical care transport environment. Substitution: Graduation from an accredited two-year college with 2 years of direct experience administering or managing: 1) a trauma program for a local EMS agency or; 2) a trauma service, or emergency department, or intensive care service in a designated trauma center may substitute for graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in nursing or health services administration or a closely related field. Certification: Possession of certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required. Certification as Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN), or Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) is desirable. Licenses : Possession of a valid California registered nursing license and driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE Theory, techniques, and practices of emergency medical and trauma care; developments in patient care; principles and practices of emergency medical services quality improvement programs; principles of planning and management of emergency medical services; principles and practices of applicable laws, rules and regulations for emergency medical services; methods of research and statistical gathering, analysis and presentation; basic computer operations, including software pertinent to statistical analysis and data collection; principles and practices of developing, writing and negotiating contracts and grants; basic principles of record keeping. ABILITY Plan, coordinate and implement quality improvement and trauma systems; plan, organize and conduct training and other programs; develop basic teaching plans; interpret, explain and apply complex rules and regulations, policies, and contract provisions; conduct regulatory audits and prepare analysis of findings; make effective presentations to individuals and groups; write contracts and grants; prepare complex reports and statistical data; utilize computers and office automation equipment; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of agencies, organizations, and individuals; perform public speaking. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting for long periods; occasional standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, driving; Lifting -Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; read computer screens; frequent color perception and eye/hand coordination; occasional depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity -Occasional holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact/speaking; occasional travel; Special requirements: may require working weekends/nights/overtime; working alone; Environment -May require working in cold, heat, rain; poor ventilation; occasional noise. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides full-time employees and part-time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premiums.Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 15 days each year up to 10 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Accrual rate is prorated for part-time employees eligible for benefits. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Educational Leave : Each fiscal year, department heads grant 40 hours to full-time employees or 24 hours to part-time employees eligible for benefits of educational leave that are not carried beyond the end of the fiscal year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range (1840 hours for part-time employees), they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Standby Pay : Employees designated by appointing authority to be in standby status is compensated at 33.33% of their regular hourly rate. Educational Supplement: Any bargaining unit nurse who meets at least one of the following criteria will receive an Educational Supplement equal to 5% of their base salary: For those classifications that require an Associate's Degree of Nursing, the nurse has a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. (Nurses who work in Mental Health may substitute a Bachelor's Degree in Pyschology or Social Worker for a degree in Nursing.) For those classifications that require a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, the nurse has a Master's of Science in Nursing. Possess National or approved International certification in the specialty area in which the nurse currently is assigned. Possess CCRN Certification and active ACLS Certificate. Provide proof of completion of a critical care class and active ACLS Certificate. License/Certificate Fees : The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the CNA MOU for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at San Joaquin County General Hospital at no cost to the employee. Job Sharing : Any regular, permanent full-time employee may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program. Eligible employees (civil service and part-time eligible for benefits) may be reimbursed for career-related course work taken on the employee’s own time up to $850 per fiscal year; an employee enrolled in an approved degree program may be reimbursed up to$800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal yearper fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Kitsap County, WA
Port Orchard, Washington, United States
OVERVIEW Kitsap County Department of Human Services and Salish Behavioral Health The Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization (SBH- ASO) Division of Human Services has an exciting opportunity for a Children's Care Manager and Systems Coordinator to join our team. Our new team member will perform advanced level professional human services planning to assist with the administration of regional behavioral health programming across the 3-county region, with a focus on youth programming and child serving systems. This team member’s duties will include: ensuring the quality of behavioral health services within our community to include coordination with youth and families, treatment providers/facilities, and participation in statewide planning initiatives; assisting with behavioral health systems coordination; serving as a liaison for provider agencies and subcontractors by providing technical assistance and clinical consultation; and assisting in the development and implementation of new behavioral health programming. The successful candidate will have knowledge of Washington State behavioral health regulations and behavioral health diagnosis, treatment techniques and practices. Must have experience with program development and implementation to include monitoring grant requirements and subcontractor compliance, and the ability to administer plans based on identified community priorities. The SBH-ASO was formed through an Interlocal Agreement between Kitsap, Jefferson, and Clallam Counties. This consortium of counties provides planning, contracting and administration for the regional crisis system and limited behavioral health programs and services to low-income/uninsured individuals in the three-county region. Kitsap County serves as the Administrative Entity for SBH-ASO. The SBH-ASO Division of the Human Services Department administers an annual operating budget in excess of $17 million, including State Funding, Federal Grants and Apple Health Medicaid. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Master's Degree in the social sciences or closely related field and Four years of program related experience and One year of lead or supervisory experience Any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills and ability required to perform the work PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OR QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working in the community behavioral health system Active licensure as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), or Social Work (LICSW) If you use education to meet the requirements for the position, a copy of your official transcripts must be submitted prior to your first day of employment. Driving Requirements The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver’s License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as: Category 2 : Driver may operate a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver’s license. If driving on county business the incumbent must meet and follow the Fleet Risk Control Policies to operate a motor vehicle on County Business. Criminal Conviction Standards: The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised access to children under 18 years of age, a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which may include fingerprinting. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ffa/disqualifying-list-crimes-and-negative-actions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) The duties in this position are performed in an office setting utilizing standard office equipment. Travel will be required for offsite meetings with local, regional, and statewide groups as needed. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Act as clinical treatment liaison between the SBH-ASO and providers, state hospitals, inpatient facilities, and residential treatment facilities. Participate in the resolution of sensitive or complex inquiries, problems, complaints, or emergencies affecting the availability or quality of behavioral health services. Conduct utilization management reviews Address over and under-utilization through clinical consultation with providers and through review of utilization management data. Represent the SBH-ASO in local, regional, and statewide meetings as needed. Direct on-going comprehensive needs assessment, audits, and program evaluation. Audit program for compliance with federal, state, and SBH-ASO requirements. Analyze programs for effectiveness and recommend improvements to existing services and system operations. Provide planning leadership and direction and develop short and long-range plans, goals, and objectives for the behavioral health system. Work with provider agencies, consumers, and other stakeholders to plan and implement changes across the region. Serve as a liaison for provider agencies and subcontractors, providing technical assistance, consultation, and training OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months. Work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Flexible hours are available, as approved by management. This position is open until filled, but interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. This position will be screened weekly beginning the week of February 19, 2024. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
OVERVIEW Kitsap County Department of Human Services and Salish Behavioral Health The Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization (SBH- ASO) Division of Human Services has an exciting opportunity for a Children's Care Manager and Systems Coordinator to join our team. Our new team member will perform advanced level professional human services planning to assist with the administration of regional behavioral health programming across the 3-county region, with a focus on youth programming and child serving systems. This team member’s duties will include: ensuring the quality of behavioral health services within our community to include coordination with youth and families, treatment providers/facilities, and participation in statewide planning initiatives; assisting with behavioral health systems coordination; serving as a liaison for provider agencies and subcontractors by providing technical assistance and clinical consultation; and assisting in the development and implementation of new behavioral health programming. The successful candidate will have knowledge of Washington State behavioral health regulations and behavioral health diagnosis, treatment techniques and practices. Must have experience with program development and implementation to include monitoring grant requirements and subcontractor compliance, and the ability to administer plans based on identified community priorities. The SBH-ASO was formed through an Interlocal Agreement between Kitsap, Jefferson, and Clallam Counties. This consortium of counties provides planning, contracting and administration for the regional crisis system and limited behavioral health programs and services to low-income/uninsured individuals in the three-county region. Kitsap County serves as the Administrative Entity for SBH-ASO. The SBH-ASO Division of the Human Services Department administers an annual operating budget in excess of $17 million, including State Funding, Federal Grants and Apple Health Medicaid. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Master's Degree in the social sciences or closely related field and Four years of program related experience and One year of lead or supervisory experience Any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills and ability required to perform the work PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OR QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working in the community behavioral health system Active licensure as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), or Social Work (LICSW) If you use education to meet the requirements for the position, a copy of your official transcripts must be submitted prior to your first day of employment. Driving Requirements The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver’s License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as: Category 2 : Driver may operate a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver’s license. If driving on county business the incumbent must meet and follow the Fleet Risk Control Policies to operate a motor vehicle on County Business. Criminal Conviction Standards: The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised access to children under 18 years of age, a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which may include fingerprinting. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ffa/disqualifying-list-crimes-and-negative-actions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) The duties in this position are performed in an office setting utilizing standard office equipment. Travel will be required for offsite meetings with local, regional, and statewide groups as needed. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Act as clinical treatment liaison between the SBH-ASO and providers, state hospitals, inpatient facilities, and residential treatment facilities. Participate in the resolution of sensitive or complex inquiries, problems, complaints, or emergencies affecting the availability or quality of behavioral health services. Conduct utilization management reviews Address over and under-utilization through clinical consultation with providers and through review of utilization management data. Represent the SBH-ASO in local, regional, and statewide meetings as needed. Direct on-going comprehensive needs assessment, audits, and program evaluation. Audit program for compliance with federal, state, and SBH-ASO requirements. Analyze programs for effectiveness and recommend improvements to existing services and system operations. Provide planning leadership and direction and develop short and long-range plans, goals, and objectives for the behavioral health system. Work with provider agencies, consumers, and other stakeholders to plan and implement changes across the region. Serve as a liaison for provider agencies and subcontractors, providing technical assistance, consultation, and training OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months. Work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Flexible hours are available, as approved by management. This position is open until filled, but interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. This position will be screened weekly beginning the week of February 19, 2024. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class. This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 1/1/24, 2/5/24, 2/14/24, 3/4/24, 4/2/24, 5/6/24, 6/3/24, 7/1/24, 8/5/24, 9/3/24, 10/7/24, 11/4/24, 12/2/24 Under direction, performs a wide range of supervisory and administrative duties, including administration of direct acute care programs, related contracts, and County-operated mental health programs and services at the Mental Health Treatment Center (MHTC). Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Current principles and practices of mental health administration Principles of organization and supervision Principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and federal and state funding Techniques of contract negotiation and monitoring Principles and techniques of public personnel management with emphasis on health occupations Principles and techniques of clinical interviewing, diagnosis, and treatment Most current version of the Diagnosis and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. The purposes, functions, and activities of various public and private health care entities, including advocacy groups, involved in mental health and substance abuse State of California laws and regulations governing mental health care workers, nurses, physicians, and other licensed health professionals The Lanterman-Petris-Short Act, the Short-Doyle Act, and other laws and regulations regarding the delivery of mental health services Psychiatric treatment modalities Current trends in prevention and treatment of mental illness and substance abuse Principles and techniques for on-site reviews and program evaluations Techniques of planning, evaluating, and organizing a training program Current social and economic factors and trends influencing community mental health and substance abuse care services Differing cultural, religious, and social attitudes about mental health and substance abuse Ability to Manage the operations of a 24-hour mental health treatment facility in the absence of higher-level administrators Ensure the welfare and safety of staff and patients in a high-risk setting Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the activities of mental health care programs and activities Supervise, directly and through subordinates, a multi-disciplinary staff, including licensed mental health care providers, physicians, nurses, support staff, and service providers under contract Integrate the Division of Mental Health's philosophical principles regarding consumer empowerment, family involvement, and cultural competency into patient care, treatment, and staff training Analyze and accurately evaluate management and organizational situations, and make recommendations for effective improvements Analyze and effectively evaluate the operations and services of mental health and substance abuse programs, including those of contract providers Analyze and interpret laws and regulations governing health services Monitor complex budget activities Establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, subordinates, and the staffs of public and private agencies and groups involved in health programs Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and before large groups Make effective recommendations regarding staffing and other personnel matters Promote the integration of students, interns, and residents from various disciplines into the milieu Make effective decisions in crisis situations. Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Possession of a current valid license issued by the State of California to practice as a Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Registered Nurse. AND Either: Two years of experience coordinating and/or supervising mental health program(s) which included experience in a direct care program, such as a mental health in-patient facility or mental health clinic. OR: Two years of experience in the class of Mental Health Counselor, Psychiatric Nurse, Senior Mental Health Counselor, Senior Psychiatric Nurse, or Supervising Deputy Public Guardian/Conservator in Sacramento County service. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements Positions in this class involve responsibility for direct patient care. All persons appointed to this class must possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage Family Therapist, or Registered Nurse. Note: Failure to maintain a required license may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service rule 11.4 (q). Criminal History: Persons appointed to this class will be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. General Qualifications Specified positions may require possession of a Valid California Class C driver license. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Physical Requirements: Assist in patient ambulation and restraint in which holding, reaching, grasping, bending and lifting of 30 lbs or more may be required. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 05, 2024
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class. This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 1/1/24, 2/5/24, 2/14/24, 3/4/24, 4/2/24, 5/6/24, 6/3/24, 7/1/24, 8/5/24, 9/3/24, 10/7/24, 11/4/24, 12/2/24 Under direction, performs a wide range of supervisory and administrative duties, including administration of direct acute care programs, related contracts, and County-operated mental health programs and services at the Mental Health Treatment Center (MHTC). Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Current principles and practices of mental health administration Principles of organization and supervision Principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and federal and state funding Techniques of contract negotiation and monitoring Principles and techniques of public personnel management with emphasis on health occupations Principles and techniques of clinical interviewing, diagnosis, and treatment Most current version of the Diagnosis and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. The purposes, functions, and activities of various public and private health care entities, including advocacy groups, involved in mental health and substance abuse State of California laws and regulations governing mental health care workers, nurses, physicians, and other licensed health professionals The Lanterman-Petris-Short Act, the Short-Doyle Act, and other laws and regulations regarding the delivery of mental health services Psychiatric treatment modalities Current trends in prevention and treatment of mental illness and substance abuse Principles and techniques for on-site reviews and program evaluations Techniques of planning, evaluating, and organizing a training program Current social and economic factors and trends influencing community mental health and substance abuse care services Differing cultural, religious, and social attitudes about mental health and substance abuse Ability to Manage the operations of a 24-hour mental health treatment facility in the absence of higher-level administrators Ensure the welfare and safety of staff and patients in a high-risk setting Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the activities of mental health care programs and activities Supervise, directly and through subordinates, a multi-disciplinary staff, including licensed mental health care providers, physicians, nurses, support staff, and service providers under contract Integrate the Division of Mental Health's philosophical principles regarding consumer empowerment, family involvement, and cultural competency into patient care, treatment, and staff training Analyze and accurately evaluate management and organizational situations, and make recommendations for effective improvements Analyze and effectively evaluate the operations and services of mental health and substance abuse programs, including those of contract providers Analyze and interpret laws and regulations governing health services Monitor complex budget activities Establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, subordinates, and the staffs of public and private agencies and groups involved in health programs Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and before large groups Make effective recommendations regarding staffing and other personnel matters Promote the integration of students, interns, and residents from various disciplines into the milieu Make effective decisions in crisis situations. Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Possession of a current valid license issued by the State of California to practice as a Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Registered Nurse. AND Either: Two years of experience coordinating and/or supervising mental health program(s) which included experience in a direct care program, such as a mental health in-patient facility or mental health clinic. OR: Two years of experience in the class of Mental Health Counselor, Psychiatric Nurse, Senior Mental Health Counselor, Senior Psychiatric Nurse, or Supervising Deputy Public Guardian/Conservator in Sacramento County service. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements Positions in this class involve responsibility for direct patient care. All persons appointed to this class must possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage Family Therapist, or Registered Nurse. Note: Failure to maintain a required license may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service rule 11.4 (q). Criminal History: Persons appointed to this class will be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. General Qualifications Specified positions may require possession of a Valid California Class C driver license. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Physical Requirements: Assist in patient ambulation and restraint in which holding, reaching, grasping, bending and lifting of 30 lbs or more may be required. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous