Behavioral Health Practitioner, Bilingual (Spanish/English) Multiple Programs

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ABOUT THE POSITION

This Behavioral Health Practitioner (Associate or Licensed) recruitment is to establish an eligible list for Marin County Probation and all Behavioral Health Programs within Health and Human Services.

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.

Current vacancies:

Probation Department:

The Marin County Probation Department is excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as a Juvenile Behavioral Health Practitioner - Bilingual Required (Spanish/English). In this dynamic and rewarding role, you will play a vital part in supporting Behavioral Health mandates while providing critical services to youth and families.

As a Juvenile Behavioral Health Practitioner, you will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you will:

• Provide family therapy, case management, crisis intervention, individual therapy, substance use disorder therapy groups, and comprehensive assessments to young people on probation, youth in Marin County Juvenile Hall, and those in school-based settings.
• Deliver community-based therapy services to primarily Spanish-speaking families, offering culturally relevant support and bridging communication gaps.
• Partner with Juvenile Corrections Officers and Juvenile Services Deputy Probation Officers to assess and refer youth and construct psycho-social assessments and treatment plans using the DSM-V.
• Contribute to the continued growth and support of innovative youth programs in collaboration with community partners, creating lasting change for young people in need.
• Collaborate with the BHRS Supervisor to ensure the efficient documentation of service delivery, which supports quality assurance and maintains stringent audit readiness.

Telework privileges: may be extended to employees following the successful completion of their probationary period. The availability of these privileges will be assessed based on a range of factors, including workload demands, operational and facility requirements, and the discretion of the Supervisor. This role offers you a unique opportunity to engage with youth and families in diverse settings, making a direct impact on their mental health and well-being. You’ll have the chance to work on exciting programs designed to uplift vulnerable communities, all while gaining experience in a multidisciplinary, collaborative setting.

Behavioral Health and Recovery Services within Health and Human Services:

Access:

There is one (1) full-time, regular position available on the Access team. This role is located in Greenbrae and bilingual skills (Spanish/English) are highly desired.

The Access Team is the system-wide point of contact for information, screening, assessment, and referrals for mental health and substance use services and treatment for Marin County residents. Under the direction of the Access Team Unit Supervisor, the practitioner will provide telephonic information, screening and referral services as well as in-person assessments to Medi-Cal beneficiaries who are seeking mental health and substance use services. The practitioner will also provide mental health treatment services such as individual therapy, individual rehabilitation and case management. Callers may be in acute crisis or experiencing urgent concerns that require prompt intervention. In-person psychosocial assessments include a diagnostic formulation as well as a medical necessity and level of care determination. The practitioner will provide referrals and authorizations for treatment by county and contracted treatment programs. The practitioner works collaboratively with an array of treatment providers as well as a variety of safety net services throughout the county and is responsible for keeping timely electronic medical records and for meeting monthly productivity standards. These positions work to provide services to the Latinx community and reduces barriers to the services by using the client’s preferred language of Spanish in service delivery to the Health and Human Services programs.

Adult System of CARE, B.R.I.D.G.E Program:

There is one (1) vacancy within Adult System of Care, B.R.I.D.G.E. Program and bilingual skills (Spanish/English) are required. The B.R.I.D.G.E. Program offers recovery oriented and strengths-based services to residents of Marin that are 18 years of age or older, who are diagnosed with serious mental illness, may have cooccurring disorders, and require the services of a multi-disciplinary team to promote their path to recovery and wellbeing.

Under the direction of the Behavioral Health Unit Supervisor, the practitioner provides case management services to adult clients who suffer from chronic mental health issues and substance use issues and who may be medically complex. In addition, they provide on-going assessment, treatment planning and act as a client advocate when client is unable to advocate for themselves. The practitioner works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled professionals and is responsible for keeping electronic medical records current and for meeting monthly productivity standards.

Youth and Family Services:

There is one (1) fixed term vacancy within Youth and Family Services. Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) are highly desired. We provide counseling and support to children, youth, and their families. Our goal is to provide services that address emotional, social, and mental health needs in a coordinated and collaborative manner. This position reports to a Unit Supervisor within the Youth Empowerment Services, Full-Service Partnership and provides assessments and direct behavioral health services to children, youth, and families. The BHP provides clinical and case management services to youth and families and works collaboratively with an intensive, multi-disciplinary team. The BHP is responsible for keeping electronic medical records current and meeting monthly productivity standards.

This is a 24 month fixed-term position. This position is budgeted through June 30, 2027. However, there may be opportunities for the hired individual during this time-period to move to a regular, ongoing position as other vacancies or promotional opportunities occur, or the position may be funded and convert to an ongoing position. Fixed-term employment ends when the position’s funding finishes, or the work is completed. Employees in these positions are exempt from the County’s policies regarding lay-off order and reduction-in-force rights.
Bilingual Testing:
Bilingual Testing/Certification: If you are hired for a bilingual position, the successful candidate must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to appointment. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidates possess the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements.

ABOUT YOU

Our Highly Qualified Candidate:

The ideal candidate has prior experience conducting comprehensive Behavioral health assessments, including lethality and risk assessments, and develop practical, actionable treatment or safety plans. The candidate has experience in case coordination, especially within multi-disciplinary teams, and understands the legal and ethical issues involved in Behavioral health services. Ideally, this person demonstrates cultural competence and sensitivity to diversity, with experience working with underrepresented communities, particularly Latinx families facing unique challenges like language barriers, acculturation, and limited resources. You thrive in dynamic, diverse environments, and you’re motivated to make a difference for communities impacted by systemic challenges like violence, poverty, and trauma.

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. The ideal candidate will understand the importance of collaboration and will strive to have strong working relationships with team members.

In addition, for the Probation Department: The ideal candidate has expertise in clinical family therapy practices and understands how to navigate the complex needs of youth and families. You are someone with a passion for serving youth, particularly those involved in the juvenile justice system or facing high-risk circumstances. Ideally, a candidate is well-versed in evidence-based approaches for supporting youth and families experiencing trauma, substance use challenges, and serious emotional disturbances.

In addition, for the Access Program: 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.

In addition, for the Adult System of CARE, B.R.I.D.G.E Program: The ideal candidate will have experience working collaboratively with psychiatric emergency services, acute psychiatric hospital units and long-term psychiatric care facilities.
In addition, for Youth and Family Services: The ideal candidate for this position will have education and experience in assessing and treating children and youth with behavioral health disorders. They will have training in child development, cross-cultural psychotherapy, and trauma-informed care.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Considerable knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends and literature of community mental health and the dynamics of human behavior; trauma informed care evidence-based practices and co-occurring disorders.
• Social aspects of mental and emotional disturbances.
• Community resources available for assistance to individuals suffering from behaviorial and/or emotional problems.
• The nature of problems calling for the use of public or private community resources.
• Scope and activities of health and welfare agencies.
• Methods and techniques of crisis assessment and intervention.
• Individual, family and/or group therapy.
• Charting or documentation standards such as, Short Doyle Medi-Cal/Drug Medi-Cal.

Ability to:

• Evaluate personal and psychological factors in the individual's and/or family situation and develop an appropriate service plan.
• Effectively counsel clients and conduct individual, family and/or group therapy or provide crisis intervention, case management or psychosocial rehabilitation services, depending upon assignment.
• Understand, interpret and apply procedures, regulations related to treatment services.
• Understand the legal implications of treatment.
• Communicate and interact in situations requiring instructing, persuading, consulting, counseling and motivating people.
• Prepare clear, concise and accurate case records, reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Assist in the formation of policies and procedures.
• Guide, orient,and train less experienced workers and interns.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the performance of duties.
• Obtain data and record such data systematically and interpret data.

Minimum Qualifications and Certifications & Licenses

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 and Licenses

Behavioral Health Practitioner

From the first date 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 an 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 Behavioral Health Practitioner.

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 have a waiver from the California Department of Health Care Services.

Failure to obtain licensure within the specified timelines will result in termination of employment. 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.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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 may 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.

LiveScan: 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 the Probation position, a Background Investigation is required:
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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095. If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Cassie Folan at cassie.folan@marincounty.gov .

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

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