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Description Refer to the Job Announcement for more information DEFINITION Under general supervision, the Crisis Intervention Specialist works with the Livermore Police Department in a co-responder model to provide emergency crisis assessment and intervention services in the field to resolve complex or difficult client cases, help stabilize individuals and connect them with additional resources and provide community outreach; and perform other duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This classification is distinguished by having principal responsibility for working with Livermore Police Department personnel to provide crisis intervention and follow-up services to high-risk clients, often with severe mental health needs including homelessness and high utilizers of public services. The primary goal of the co-responder model is to provide a more comprehensive response to calls for service involving community members going through a mental health crisis and to be a resource for community members struggling with mental illness, including extended family members. Most of the work is completed in the field and requires evening and weekend hours. Appointees will carry a client caseload including a broad range of clients ranging from seniors to juveniles. SUPERVISION RECEIVED General supervision is provided by the Youth & Family Services Clinical Manager. Field supervision may also be provided by police department supervisory personnel. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May provide lead direction to professional, clerical, temporary employees, and volunteers. May provide clinical supervision to student interns/trainees. Examples of Important and Essential Functions Clinical Functions Partners with a police officer(s) to provide on-scene crisis intervention and referrals. Provides advice on behavioral health related service calls related to Welfare and Institution Code Section 5150. Provides documentation for involuntary psychiatric hospitalizations when applicable. Provides crisis intervention response when community members are undergoing a mental health crisis, avoids using involuntary psychiatric hospitalization when appropriate by providing alternative treatment resources which may include consultation, crisis intervention and referral to brief treatment and/or diversion or other voluntary crisis services as available. Explains treatment facility procedures and clients' rights and responsibilities. Provides individual crisis intervention as needed, stabilizes clients in crisis including brief intervention in clinic; arranges for hospitalization and coordinates treatment elements. Conducts follow up appointments and referrals as appropriate. Provides outreach with known individuals who have recently been placed on a 72-hour hold under a 5150 or to high-risk populations, such as the homeless, providing mental health follow-up referrals for assistance with other needs leading to client stabilization including housing assessment, if homeless. Testifies in court, when required, for determination of client's legal status regarding outpatient court-ordered treatment. Completes Crisis Intervention Training (CIT), Attends regular and ongoing coordination meetings with other co-responder team members Case Management Functions Conducts comprehensive client assessments to collect functional, psycho-social, environmental, employment, financial, housing and family information to develop a stabilization plan. Performs outreach services to individuals experiencing mental health and/or housing insecurity issues by providing linkages to services provided by local organizations Maintains current knowledge of public benefit programs and community resources for all age groups. Accompanies or assists clients in accessing needed services. Serves as a liaison between the Police Department, public and private community-based organizations that provide mental health, crisis intervention, and homeless and supportive housing services. Administrative Functions Maintains accurate, and confidential client records. Prepares oral and written studies, reports, and recommendations according to established policy and procedures as required. Works cooperatively with other departments and agencies. Utilizes a computer and specialized software. Job Related and Essential Qualifications Demonstrated Knowledge of : General fields of psychology and sociology or social work; child and adult development; personality theory; psychopathology; theory and practice of counseling, including the family as an interactional system; causes and treatment of juvenile delinquency; law and organization of the juvenile justice system; effective communication techniques; operation of modern office equipment; and computer operating systems and software applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Demonstrated Skills to : Understanding human behavior and family dynamics especially of high-risk vulnerable populations with Mental Health needs or dual diagnosis, who may be homeless; understanding the functions and organizations of public assistance; medical and psychological, educational and social service resources, especially access to dignity and housing resources. Ability to : Conduct mental health and other related needs assessments in the field, community, school, office or home; determine and implement the appropriate course of action in emergency or stressful situation; develop and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, agencies, service providers, and institutions; participate in the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures; establish effective relationships with clients from a variety of socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds and age groups; prepare concise narrative and statistical reports and evaluations, using appropriate word processing and spreadsheet technology; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Experience, Education and Training Guidelines: Any combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Experience : Two years of experience counseling families and youth including crisis intervention and family therapy. Education : Equivalent to a Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field. Training : Any recent training such as academic courses and certification programs which are relevant to this job classification. Certification : Current licensure or eligibility for state professional licensing required (Marriage and Crisis Intervention Specialist (M.F.T.), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) or Clinical Psychologist), as confirmed by state registration. License : A LCSW, Psychologist, Registered Nurse, MFT or MSW is required for placement into this class and a valid California driver’s license, and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City of Livermore. Other Requirements :Willingness and ability to work other than traditional office hours including scheduled and emergency overtime; evening hours, holidays, and weekends; be available on stand-by and call back, as required; travel out of town and attend meetings, conferences, and seminars during work and non-work hours. Appointees must also pass a full Police style background investigation including fingerprints and a personal history questionnaire. Special Requirements : Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to work in a standard office environment as well as outdoors; utilize a computer; converse and listen to clients by telephone and in person; speak to large groups and be clearly understood; safely lift and maneuver required supplies weighing up to 10 pounds; ability to sit for hours at a time; and take notes and fill in report forms. Additional Information Non-exempt CITY OF LIVERMORE BENEFITS SUMMARY Association of Livermore Employees Please click here for a copy of the current Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Association of Livermore Employees. The information contained here is a summary of benefits. For a more detailed summary of benefits for all employee groups, click here . Any errors or omissions do not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Updated 5/2023 MOU TERM 10/01/2021 - 09/30/2025 SCHEDULED INCREASES 10/11/2021 2.0% + $725.40/year 10/10/2022 3.5% + $754.56/year 10/09/2023 2.5% + $777.36/year 10/07/2024 2.0% + $796.80/year CAFETERIA PLAN (MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION) $1,950/month towards medical, dental, and vision; unused balance paid in cash to employee. BASIC LIFE INSURANCE& ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE (AD & D) FT - $60,000 EE coverage or PT - $30,000 EE coverage, ER paid $1,000 dependent coverage, ER paid EE option to purchase $25,000 additional life insurance& supplemental life to $500,000 (not to exceed 5x annual earnings). LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD) ER paid 60% of base monthly earnings to $5,000/month max. (180 day waiting period) PERS New City of Livermore EEs are enrolled in the 2% at 60 formula or 2% at 62 formula, depending on eligibility, as per AB 340. Classic PERS Misc Member - 2% at 60 Member Rate = 7% EE paid Employer Rate = 38.31% ER paid 36 consecutive months Final Comp Sick Leave Credit 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben. Military Service Credit New PERS Misc Member - 2% at 62 Member Rate = 6.75% EE paid Employer Rate = 38.31% ER paid 36 consecutive months Final Comp Sick Leave Credit 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben. Military Service Credit MEDICARE (Hired after 3/31/86) EE paid 1.45% ER paid 1.45% RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS) ER contribution of 4% of base pay into RHS account. VACATION ACCRUAL Years of ServiceTotal Accrual Per Year 180.6 hrs 2-5120.12 hrs 6-10135.98 hrs 11-15160.94 hrs 16-19180.18 hrs 20+192.4 hrs Prorated for part-time EE. Maximum accrual: 340 hours HOLIDAYS & HOLIDAY-IN-LIEU PAY Holidays: 12 observed holidays or in lieu day off or if work 2.5 times pay. Holiday-In-Lieu Pay: EE's assigned receive 7.5% of base salary, paid per pay period SICK LEAVE ACCRUAL 96.2 hours/year Pro-rated for part-time EE SICK LEAVE USAGE: FAMILY SICK LEAVE : For immediate Family Illness- ½ Annual Sick Leave Accrual. PARENTAL LEAVE : For non-birthing parentwho becomes a parent due to adoption, foster care placement, or birth of a child- 48 hours BEREAVEMENT/ FUNERAL LEAVE (non-immediate family) : 3 regularly scheduled workdays of sick leavecanbe used foraunt or uncle. FUNERAL LEAVE 3 regularly scheduled workdays max for immediate family. PERSONAL LEAVE Full-Time: 16 hours per year Pro-rated for part-time EE. PREGNANCY LEAVE & FMLA/CFRA EE may use accrued leaves in compliance with City Rules & Regs Benefit provided as per regulations: Federal Family and Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, and California Pregnancy Disability Act DEFERRED COMPENSATION 457(b) ER contributes $75 per pay period, with required matching of $75 by EE 2023 Maximum : Normal = $22,500 Age 50+ = $7,500 Catchup Limits = $45,000 Voluntary EE Participation SECTION 125 PLAN No ER contribution 2023 Maximum Dependent Care*: Up to $5,000/year -- *See IRS Pub #503 Unreimbursed Medical: Up to $3,050/year Pre-tax Health Care Premiums FSA's for Dependent Care Unreimbursed Medical Expenses Other options offered by plan administrator UNIFORM ALLOWANCE $850 per year/ paid in equal amounts per pay period For Public Safety Dispatchers, Senior Public Safety Dispatchers, Supervising Public Safety Dispatchers, Police Clerks, Senior Police Clerk, Supervising Police Clerk, Animal Control Officers, Police Identification Technician, Supervising Property and Evidence Specialist, Property and Evidence Specialist, Community Service Specialists, Crime & Intelligence Analysts, and Crime Prevention Specialist. SAFETY SHOE ALLOWANCE Paid annually in July: $200/year for Meter Readers, and employees in Engineering Technician, Neighborhood Preservation Officer, and Building Inspector series who perform field work, and Public Works employees that are required to wear safety shoes or boots. PRESCRIPTION SAFETY GLASSES Reimbursement of up to $150/year for purchase of safety prescription glasses for EEs working in locations where there is a risk of eye injuries. SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL EEs regularly assigned to city facilities operating 24/7 - $2.50/hour for all hours worked when assigned to a shift requiring EE work at least 4 hours between 4:00 p.m.- 6:00 a.m. EQUIPMENT OPERATION Public Works EEs: $12.00/day for EE who operates Class A vehicle, min of 50%+ operation/day. STANDBY PAY 2 hours straight-time for standby on regularly scheduled work day 3 hours straight-time for standby on regularly scheduled days off and fixed City holidays CALL BACK PAY 3 hours min @ OT rate for FLSA nonexempt. First 3 hours can't be taken as comp time but paid to EE. WORK IN A HIGHER CLASS If work min of 3 consecutive workdays, paid @ 5% differential or the minimum of the salary range of the higher classification. COURT PAY/COURT CANCELLATION PAY If in connection with EE's usual official duties, 3 hrs min @ OT, or 4 hrs min @ OT for those required to appear on normal day off or on graveyard shift. SUPPORT SERVICES TRAINING OFFICER PAY $90/pay period for full pay period while assigned. BILINGUAL PAY $60/pay period for both written & conversational. Must be certified by Department Head and approved by Admin Services Director, and used on the job. $35/pay period for conversation level as certified by Department Head and approved by Admin Services Director. TELEPHONE PAY 20 minutes and for each minute exceeding 20 minutes at OT rate. CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE Standard = $40/month (if authorized) See Administrative Regulation 36 for details. COMMERCIAL DRIVERS' LICENSE PAY $35/pay period with valid CA Commercial Driver's License and valid DOT medical card. OT COMP & COMP TIME OFF OT for > 40 hrs/week or > 8 hrs/day in a reg scheduled day or hrs in excess of those normally scheduled & worked/day @ 1 ½ x reg. pay or Comp Time in lieu of OT for FLSA nonexempt. Accrued Comp Time in excess of 100 hours must be paid out. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT 75% reimbursement fortuition & books For undergraduate studies, $4,000 FY max; $16,000 lifetime max For graduate studies, $5,000 FY max; $10,000 lifetime max LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS 100% reimbursement for required licenses and certifications EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Three (3) sessions per incident per family member. Unlimited telephonic consultations. FLSA WORK PERIOD 168 hour pay period beginning Monday at 12:01 a.m., ending 7 days later on Sunday at 12:00 midnight. If an EE is not on this work week schedule, something must be in writing documenting EE's work week. For WR Operator series : 168 hour period beginning Sunday at 12:00 midnight, ending 7 days later on Saturday at 11:59 p.m. PAY PERIODS 26 pay periods per year Benefits listed are for regular full-time employees. Benefits are prorated for 30-hour and 20-hour employees. ER = Employer EE = Employee FT = Full-Time PT = Part-Time Closing Date/Time: Continuous

EXAM NUMBER b8163A FIRST DAY OF FILING: 04/26/2016 at 8:00 A.M. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOSTING TO ADD SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS This examination will remain open until needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity DEFINITION Provides specialized services to departmental multi-disciplinary teams, other County departments, and community agencies in the delivery of mental health treatment. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this senior-level class are assigned to a line operation responsible for the delivery of psychological rehabilitation, case management and/or Psychiatric Emergency Service of the Department of Mental Health or to a hospital or clinic of the Department of Health Services. Incumbents assigned to Mental Health Department program support and training provide consultation and training to departmental staff or to staff of other departments and agencies. Incumbents assigned to line operations work as team leaders reporting to a mental health clinical program manageror a physician manager. Positions allocable to hospitals or clinics of the Department of Health Services report to a psychiatrist or other licensed physician, a psychologist, or work at the direction of a rehabilitation therapist, social worker, or registered nurse. Incumbents are typically responsible for providing technical direction to less experienced psychiatric technicians and providing care and protective services to clients most prone to assaultive behavior or requiring more extensive monitoring and review of their condition and progress. Essential Job Functions Administers, either orally or by injection, prescribed medications to clients in acute psychiatric settings. Interviews the clients, family members, and friends to obtain collateral information that may have bearing on the clients, treatment. Makes program services referrals for persons identified as mentally ill. Conducts the auditing of client records for compliance with documentation guidelines. Participates in multidisciplinary team conferences and collaborates with other mental health staff to develop the most effective treatment plan. Provides direct client care, completes required documentation, updates treatment team regarding client progress. Provides client, family members and significant others with referrals and linkage to community resources. Provides consultation to community agencies in the utilization of mental health and supportservices provided by directly operated clinics, in-patient facilities and contractors of the department. Provides in-service training to departmental staff and volunteers in the identification and treatment of mentally disordered individuals, principles of crisis intervention and management of assaultive behavior. Participates as a member of a Crisis Response Team in an inpatient psychiatric setting. Coordinate the activities of a Psychiatric Mobile Response Team or similar service teamwith law enforcement, courts, schools and other agencies, to assist and evaluate clients who are deemed to be a danger to themselves or others. Serve as a member of a Homeless Outreach and Engagement Team, providing initial assessments in the field and linking homeless mentally ill to mental health services. Coordinate the work of Psychiatric Technicians or others in the delivery of mental health services at an in-patient or out-patient facility. Coordinate or develop psychological rehabilitation programs for the chronically and persistently mentally ill. Lead and provide technical supervision to lower-level psychiatric technicians and supportstaff assigned to provide mental health services at an inpatient or outpatient facility. Serve as mental health service gatekeeper at the mental health ACCESS and Telecommunications Center, performing triage on caller requests for service, referring caller to an appropriate treatment source, and/or dispatching a psychiatric mobile response team. Assists Psychiatrists in completing and checking for accuracy on Treatment Authorization Request (TAR) and Prior Authorization (PA) forms. Promptly responds to phone calls / walk ins from clients regarding medication-related issues (i.e. medication side effects, pharmacy dispensing issues, refill needs) and consults with Psychiatrists and/or Register Nurses regarding those issues. Maintains medication inventory, organization, expiration dates, room/refrigerator temperature logs in the Medication Room. Orders supplies for Medication Room (i.e. sharps containers, syringes, needles, gloves, alcohol swabs, etc.) Maintains a caseload of clients and facilitate routine follow up and case management services as needed. Works in conjunction with other team members to facilitate services within Care Clinic Model. Prepares and signs the application for immediate 72-hour detention of disturbed psychiatric clients if Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) designated by the Office of Medical Director. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Two years of experience at the level of Psychiatric Technician II in the County of Los Angeles * . LICENSE(S) REQUIRED Possession of a current, active and valid California State License to practice as a Psychiatric Technician ** . Some positions in this classification, depending upon assignment, require possession of a valid California Class C Driver License to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates offered these positions will be required to show proof of a valid driver license before appointment. PHYSICAL CLASS 4 - Arduous . Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION * Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Psychiatric Technician II is defined as: Actively participates with professional staff members in the delivery of mental health services or the delivery of indirect and direct patient care to clients who are mentally ill or emotionally disturbed. ** Applicants must submit a legible copy of official proof of the required license at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the time of application submission. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT An evaluation of experience based upon application and Supplemental Questionnaire information weighted 100% Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher 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 grade 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. Retake: No person may compete for this examination more than once in a twelve (12) month period. SPECIAL INFORMATION 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. 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 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, Pacific Standard Time (PST), on the last day of filing. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. Applicants must complete and submit their online applications and upload required documents (e.g. License, Resume, etc.) 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 Selection Requirements. Utilizing verbiage from bulletin, class specifications, and minimum requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to meet requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified . Your online application must show complete license, education and work experience information necessary to evaluate your qualifications. License information section must show title of license, license number, original date of issue, and expiration date. 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. 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Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Updated April 2023 Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Description Under general direction, provides psychological services in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients as assigned in a community program, correctional facility, primary care clinic, hospital and/or other clinical settings within the County of Santa Clara. This includes psychological assessment and diagnosis, psychotherapeutic interventions and treatments, disposition and planning of treatment, and neuropsychological and psychological consultation services and preparation of reports relating to diagnosis. This position will be a dedicated Psychologist with demonstrated experience working with pediatric (ages 0-18) patients with developmental diagnoses and/or have experienced significant trauma. Psychologists in this role will need to possess all the knowledge and abilities listed in the specifications for this class, specifically for pediatric patients and their families/caregivers that have developmental diagnoses and/or have experienced significant trauma. The primary function of the Psychologist in this role will be to treat patients of SCVMC’s Pediatric Diagnostic Specialty Center (PDSC) who have been diagnosed with a developmental condition, such as intellectual disability or autism. In addition to the developmental diagnosis, PDSC patients often experience anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns that may be addressed or alleviated through additional psychological treatment. Additionally, the Psychologist in this role will consult and collaborate with the therapy team of Licensed Clinical Social Workers at the Children’s Advocacy Center Medical Clinic which provides forensic evaluations to survivors of child sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, and the Supporting Protecting and Respecting Kids (SPARK) Clinic which provides pediatric medical care to children in foster care. The psychologist may also provide some therapeutic services and care coordination/education to the families/caregivers of the patients. Covid 19 Risk Tier- High Risk Learn more about Santa Clara Valley Medical Center: Hospital and Clinics at www.scvmc.org and follow us on: Facebook I facebook.com/SCVMC LinkedIn | linkedin.com/ scvmc #INDVMC Typical Tasks Provides individual and/or group psychotherapy, health and behavioral intervention, and consulting services; Performs psychological work involving the examination, classification and diagnosis of patients, which may include diagnostic clinical interviews and the selection, administration, scoring and interpretation of a wide range of psychological and neuropsychological, intelligence, aptitude, personality, and highly specialized assessments in the evaluation of patients; Prepares interpretive reports presenting diagnostic findings, interview findings, clinical evaluations and recommendations for the treatment and rehabilitation of patients; Develops, implements, coordinates and evaluates advanced clinical treatment programs to assist patients and staff in obtaining the maximum yield from the psychometric assessment, psychodiagnostic evaluation, psychotherapeutic intervention and treatment; Consults with other departments to develop triage and treatment programs for patients with complex and/or multi-layered medical, psychological and psychosocial needs; Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating patients for psychotropic medications, within the scope of practice; Provides consultation and clinical guidance to other mental health professionals, medical providers, care team members/care managers, and health educators on matters relating to mental health, health psychology and neuropsychology; Provides training and supervision of unlicensed doctoral psychology trainees; Participates in developing mental health procedures within assigned population or segments of the community; Works to identify and reduce risk factors for suicide, homicide, and chemical dependency; Conducts capacity evaluations, mental status examinations and completes conservatorship affidavits under the Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act as well as probate conservatorship; Conducts evaluations, responds to subpoenas, and provides testimony in cases involving custody, guardianship, liability and/or personal injury; Participates in patient, family, and team debriefing; Performs special projects related to community outreach and public information duties, inter-agency liaison activities, and research projects; Collaborates with other psychologists working on special projects; May initiate, design, collaborate and report on psychological research or programs; May assist in the development of training programs for staff and interns; Participates in and may lead patient care review conferences; Completes administrative responsibilities related to intake/admissions, scheduling, authorization, documentation, billing and related areas required within the scope of work; Works with family members of patients, staff members, outside agencies, and community groups on a consultative basis; Participates in internal and external professional and educational activities to enhance personal and professional competence; Participates in Medical Staff committees as appropriate; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; Performs other related duties as required. Employment Standards Sufficient experience and education to demonstrate the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities: Training and Experience Note: The knowledge and abilities required to perform this function are acquired through possession of a Doctoral level degree in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Educational Psychology, Education with a specialization in Counseling Psychology, or Education with a specialization in Educational Psychology per Section 2914 of the Business and Professions Code, preferably from an American Psychological Association (APA) or Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) accredited graduate program. AND Possession of a current, unrestricted, and valid license to practice psychology at the doctoral level issued by the California Board of Psychology. Possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to obtain and maintain a County driver's authorization. Knowledge of: Principles of clinical supervision; Signs and symptoms of abnormal behavior, developmental, and psychiatric pathology, in child and/or adult populations; The current principles and methods of diagnosing and treating behavioral health disorders; Evidenced-based practices; Statistical procedures, research design, and methodology and their applications; Techniques of mental health consultation; Risk assessment and legal responsibilities related to suicidal and homicidal behavior; Federal, State, and County regulations and APA standards as they relate to patient treatment, patient rights and client/patient confidentially and other ethical issues; Cultural competency. Ability to: Exercise initiative and tact and balance competing demands and priorities for resources; Exercise analytical and problem solving skills; collect and evaluate data, develop solutions and make recommendations; Assess, diagnose, and treat a full range of illnesses common to the population served; Effectively and accurately interpret clinical data and make judgements regarding diagnosis and prognosis; Prepare appropriate supporting documentation for the treatment provided, including findings and recommendations; Maintain proficiency in psychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensory-motor function, language, learning and memory; Demonstrate appropriate patient crisis handling skills; Coordinate patient care in a complex, matrixed system of care; Work effectively and demonstrate sensitivity with culturally and ethnically diverse patient populations; Evaluate patient response to treatments and team interventions and take corrective action to meet and/or modify goals and improve effectiveness of patient response; Work effectively and independently within a team; Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; Maintain confidential records and reports; Effectively manage time, schedule and resources; Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and other health professionals. Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts. Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes. Closing Date/Time: 9/29/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Description Under general direction, provides psychological services in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients as assigned in a community program, correctional facility, primary care clinic, hospital and/or other clinical settings within the County of Santa Clara. This includes psychological assessment and diagnosis, psychotherapeutic interventions and treatments, disposition and planning of treatment, and neuropsychological and psychological consultation services and preparation of reports relating to diagnosis. Are you a skilled and empathetic psychologist looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in your community? Look no further than the Santa Clara County Health System! We are the local healthcare safety net and primary provider of comprehensive care, services, and programs to the residents of Santa Clara County. Possible roles are available in our Health System departments, including the Behavioral Health Services Department, Custody Health Services Department , and Santa Clara Valley Medical Center hospital and clinics. Our mission is to uphold the health and well-being of all communities in Santa Clara County. As a psychologist within our system, you will play an essential role in supporting the mental health needs of our diverse population. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated professionals, utilizing evidence-based practices to deliver high-quality care to patients of all ages. Psychologists who have completed recognized training in neuropsychology may be eligible to receive a differential of seven and a half percent (7.5%) above the employee’s salary range and step when assigned in writing by a Chief Psychologist or Medical Director, to primarily perform, on a regular ongoing basis Neuropsychological Services in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and/or rehabilitation of patients across the lifespan with neurological, medical, neurodevelopmental and psychiatric conditions, as well as other cognitive and learning disorders. COVID-19 Risk Tier - High Risk Typical Tasks Provides individual and/or group psychotherapy, health and behavioral intervention, and consulting services; Performs psychological work involving the examination, classification and diagnosis of patients, which may include diagnostic clinical interviews and the selection, administration, scoring and interpretation of a wide range of psychological and neuropsychological, intelligence, aptitude, personality, and highly specialized assessments in the evaluation of patients; Prepares interpretive reports presenting diagnostic findings, interview findings, clinical evaluations and recommendations for the treatment and rehabilitation of patients; Develops, implements, coordinates and evaluates advanced clinical treatment programs to assist patients and staff in obtaining the maximum yield from the psychometric assessment, psychodiagnostic evaluation, psychotherapeutic intervention and treatment; Consults with other departments to develop triage and treatment programs for patients with complex and/or multi-layered medical, psychological and psychosocial needs; Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating patients for psychotropic medications, within the scope of practice; Provides consultation and clinical guidance to other mental health professionals, medical providers, care team members/care managers, and health educators on matters relating to mental health, health psychology and neuropsychology; Provides training and supervision of unlicensed doctoral psychology trainees; Participates in developing mental health procedures within assigned population or segments of the community; Works to identify and reduce risk factors for suicide, homicide, and chemical dependency; Conducts capacity evaluations, mental status examinations and completes conservatorship affidavits under the Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act as well as probate conservatorship; Conducts evaluations, responds to subpoenas, and provides testimony in cases involving custody, guardianship, liability and/or personal injury; Participates in patient, family, and team debriefing; Performs special projects related to community outreach and public information duties, inter-agency liaison activities, and research projects; Collaborates with other psychologists working on special projects; May initiate, design, collaborate and report on psychological research or programs; May assist in the development of training programs for staff and interns; Participates in and may lead patient care review conferences; Completes administrative responsibilities related to intake/admissions, scheduling, authorization, documentation, billing and related areas required within the scope of work; Works with family members of patients, staff members, outside agencies, and community groups on a consultative basis; Participates in internal and external professional and educational activities to enhance personal and professional competence; Participates in Medical Staff committees as appropriate; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; Performs other related duties as required. Employment Standards Sufficient experience and education to demonstrate the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities: Training and Experience Note: The knowledge and abilities required to perform this function are acquired through possession of a Doctoral level degree in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Educational Psychology, Education with a specialization in Counseling Psychology, or Education with a specialization in Educational Psychology per Section 2914 of the Business and Professions Code, preferably from an American Psychological Association (APA) or Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) accredited graduate program. AND Possession of a current, unrestricted, and valid license to practice psychology at the doctoral level issued by the California Board of Psychology. Possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to obtain and maintain a County driver's authorization. Knowledge of: Principles of clinical supervision; Signs and symptoms of abnormal behavior, developmental, and psychiatric pathology, in child and/or adult populations; The current principles and methods of diagnosing and treating behavioral health disorders; Evidenced-based practices; Statistical procedures, research design, and methodology and their applications; Techniques of mental health consultation; Risk assessment and legal responsibilities related to suicidal and homicidal behavior; Federal, State, and County regulations and APA standards as they relate to patient treatment, patient rights and client/patient confidentially and other ethical issues; Cultural competency. Ability to: Exercise initiative and tact and balance competing demands and priorities for resources; Exercise analytical and problem solving skills; collect and evaluate data, develop solutions and make recommendations; Assess, diagnose, and treat a full range of illnesses common to the population served; Effectively and accurately interpret clinical data and make judgements regarding diagnosis and prognosis; Prepare appropriate supporting documentation for the treatment provided, including findings and recommendations; Maintain proficiency in psychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensory-motor function, language, learning and memory; Demonstrate appropriate patient crisis handling skills; Coordinate patient care in a complex, matrixed system of care; Work effectively and demonstrate sensitivity with culturally and ethnically diverse patient populations; Evaluate patient response to treatments and team interventions and take corrective action to meet and/or modify goals and improve effectiveness of patient response; Work effectively and independently within a team; Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; Maintain confidential records and reports; Effectively manage time, schedule and resources; Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and other health professionals. Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts. Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes. Closing Date/Time: 9/23/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Description Under general direction, provides psychological services in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients as assigned in a community program, correctional facility, primary care clinic, hospital and/or other clinical setting within the County of Santa Clara. This includes psychological assessment and diagnosis, psychotherapeutic interventions and treatments, disposition and planning of treatment, and neuropsychological and psychological consultation services and preparation of reports relating to diagnosis. The Custody Health Services Department is looking for talented Psychologists to fill multiple opportunities that are currently available. Custody Health Services (CHS) provides medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in custody at the 3 County Jail facilities: Main Jail, Elmwood and Juvenile Detention facilities. CHS provides on-site routine and urgent/emergent medical services at both Main Jail and Elmwood adult detention facilities in Santa Clara County. Health care of incarcerated men and women includes care of acute and chronic illness as well as preventative and specialty care. CHS also runs a 39 single-bed acute psychiatric inpatient housing unit at the Main Jail. The services are provided for adult male and female patients who require acute inpatient services for stabilization. Juvenile Custody Health provides integrated medical services to justice involved youth housed in Juvenile Hall and in James Ranch including comprehensive pediatric medical, mental health, and dental care. Psychologists who have completed recognized training in neuropsychology may be eligible to receive a differential of seven and a half percent (7.5%) above the employee’s salary range and step when assigned in writing by a Chief Psychologist or Medical Director, to primarily perform, on a regular ongoing basis Neuropsychological Services in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and/or rehabilitation of patients across the lifespan with neurological, medical, neurodevelopmental and psychiatric conditions, as well as other cognitive and learning disorders. The selected candidate(s) must be able to obtain and maintain Department of Correction Security Clearance to work in locked facilities throughout the term of employment. COVID-19 Risk Tier - Higher Risk #INDCUS #LINKEDIN Typical Tasks Provides individual and/or group psychotherapy, health and behavioral intervention, and consulting services; Performs psychological work involving the examination, classification and diagnosis of patients, which may include diagnostic clinical interviews and the selection, administration, scoring and interpretation of a wide range of psychological and neuropsychological, intelligence, aptitude, personality, and highly specialized assessments in the evaluation of patients; Prepares interpretive reports presenting diagnostic findings, interview findings, clinical evaluations and recommendations for the treatment and rehabilitation of patients; Develops, implements, coordinates and evaluates advanced clinical treatment programs to assist patients and staff in obtaining the maximum yield from the psychometric assessment, psychodiagnostic evaluation, psychotherapeutic intervention and treatment; Consults with other departments to develop triage and treatment programs for patients with complex and/or multi-layered medical, psychological and psychosocial needs; Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating patients for psychotropic medications, within the scope of practice; Provides consultation and clinical guidance to other mental health professionals, medical providers, care team members/care managers, and health educators on matters relating to mental health, health psychology and neuropsychology; Provides training and supervision of unlicensed doctoral psychology trainees; Participates in developing mental health procedures within assigned population or segments of the community; Works to identify and reduce risk factors for suicide, homicide, and chemical dependency; Conducts capacity evaluations, mental status examinations and completes conservatorship affidavits under the Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act as well as probate conservatorship; Conducts evaluations, responds to subpoenas, and provides testimony in cases involving custody, guardianship, liability and/or personal injury; Participates in patient, family, and team debriefing; Performs special projects related to community outreach and public information duties, inter-agency liaison activities, and research projects; Collaborates with other psychologists working on special projects; May initiate, design, collaborate and report on psychological research or programs; May assist in the development of training programs for staff and interns; Participates in and may lead patient care review conferences; Completes administrative responsibilities related to intake/admissions, scheduling, authorization, documentation, billing and related areas required within the scope of work; Works with family members of patients, staff members, outside agencies, and community groups on a consultative basis; Participates in internal and external professional and educational activities to enhance personal and professional competence; Participates in Medical Staff committees as appropriate; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; Performs other related duties as required. Employment Standards Sufficient experience and education to demonstrate the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities: Training and Experience Note: The knowledge and abilities required to perform this function are acquired through possession of a Doctoral level degree in Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Educational Psychology, Education with a specialization in Counseling Psychology, or Education with a specialization in Educational Psychology per Section 2914 of the Business and Professions Code, preferably from an American Psychological Association (APA) or Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) accredited graduate program. AND Possession of a current, unrestricted, and valid license to practice psychology at the doctoral level issued by the California Board of Psychology. Possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to obtain and maintain a County driver's authorization. Knowledge of: Principles of clinical supervision; Signs and symptoms of abnormal behavior, developmental, and psychiatric pathology, in child and/or adult populations; The current principles and methods of diagnosing and treating behavioral health disorders; Evidenced-based practices; Statistical procedures, research design, and methodology and their applications; Techniques of mental health consultation; Risk assessment and legal responsibilities related to suicidal and homicidal behavior; Federal, State, and County regulations and APA standards as they relate to patient treatment, patient rights and client/patient confidentially and other ethical issues; Cultural competency. Ability to: Exercise initiative and tact and balance competing demands and priorities for resources; Exercise analytical and problem solving skills; collect and evaluate data, develop solutions and make recommendations; Assess, diagnose, and treat a full range of illnesses common to the population served; Effectively and accurately interpret clinical data and make judgements regarding diagnosis and prognosis; Prepare appropriate supporting documentation for the treatment provided, including findings and recommendations; Maintain proficiency in psychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensory-motor function, language, learning and memory; Demonstrate appropriate patient crisis handling skills; Coordinate patient care in a complex, matrixed system of care; Work effectively and demonstrate sensitivity with culturally and ethnically diverse patient populations; Evaluate patient response to treatments and team interventions and take corrective action to meet and/or modify goals and improve effectiveness of patient response; Work effectively and independently within a team; Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; Maintain confidential records and reports; Effectively manage time, schedule and resources; Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and other health professionals. Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts. Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous