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Licensed Mental Health Clinician - (Open Until Filled)
$61k-75k (estimate)
Full Time
5 Months Ago
County of Madera is Hiring a Licensed Mental Health Clinician - (Open Until Filled) Near Madera, CA
County of Madera is establishing a list of qualified applicants for this position. Applications will be accepted continuously until otherwise noted and the list will be used to fill current vacancies in this classification.
* Classification Review **
This position is currently undergoing review as part of a class study and therefore both the title and the pay range assigned may be subject to change upon completion of the study.
Under general supervision, provides professional mental health services; provides clinical and casework services, and counseling and treatment for mentally and emotionally disturbed clients and their families; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises no supervision.
Performs journey level professional casework and clinical services with mentally and emotionally disturbed clients; works as a team member with other professionals; participates in evaluative and diagnostic staff conferences; conducts individual, family and group therapy; interviews clients and relatives; makes referrals to appropriate professionals, outside agencies, or specialized services; participates in collaborative treatment with representatives of other agencies; prepares verbal, written, and statistical reports; attends conferences, workshops, and training to maintain current awareness of mental health methodologies and issues; operates a personal computer and other office equipment; communicates effectively with others in person and over the telephone; analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses; perform job duties under stressful conditions; respond appropriately to situations; maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations; makes presentations; and may be assigned some lead and special work coordination responsibilities.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge of:
- Principles, procedures, techniques, trends of clinical and casework services, counseling, and treatment.
- Social aspects and characteristics of mental and emotional disturbances.
- Principles of mental health education.
- Theories and causes of substance abuse.
- A wide variety of therapeutic and treatment approaches for persons with mental and emotional problems.
- Scope, availability, and activities of community resources, including other mental health and social service agencies.
- Current trends in mental hygiene, mental health, public health, and social services, including State and Federal programs in these areas.
Skill to:
- Operate a motor vehicle safely.
Ability to:
- Develop and maintain the confidence and cooperation of mentally and emotionally disturbed clients and families.
- Perform skilled counseling.
- Develop and implement treatment plans.
- Maintain the confidentiality of client information.
- Interact with clients in a therapeutic way.
- Organize, data, develop information, and prepare clear, concise, comprehensive records and reports.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers and those contacted during the course of work.
- Work alternative hours and shifts pursuant to operational needs as determined by Management.
Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
Training:
Graduation from an accredited graduate school with a Master's Degree in counseling, social work, psychology, marriage and family counseling or a closely related field.
License or Certification:
Current license as a Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Professional Clinical Counselor*issued by the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
*Individuals who are qualifying with current licensure as a Professional Clinical Counselor must show at the time of application, proof of completed, additional coursework as outlined in the Business and Professions Code Section 4999.20 (3)(A)(B) and (C), to perform assessments and treatment of couples or families.
Special Requirements:
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift 25 lbs.; exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, chemicals, and infectious disease; ability to travel to different sites and locations; availability for shift work, on-call and standby.
The application review process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. In addition to the application, the applicant is required to complete the Supplemental Questions to further evaluate their education, training and experience relative to the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. Applicants must submit answers that are as complete as possible.Only qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the examination process which may be administered either by an evaluation of education and experience, a written examination, oral interview, or any combination of qualifications appraisal determined by the Department of Human Resources to be appropriate. The Department of Human Resources will make reasonable accommodation in the examination process for disabled applicants. If you have an accommodation request, please indicate such on your application. Passing score is 70% out of 100% on each assessment section.
THE APPRAISAL PANEL WILL BE SCHEDULED ON AN AS-NEEDED BASIS.
To move forward in the application process, you must complete an online application through our websitehttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/maderacountyca. All job postings are also included via the TDD phone at 559-675-8970 and the 24-hour job line at 559-675-8685. Please attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts (indicating when degree was awarded), licenses, and certificates to your application or your application may be considered incomplete. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application. For an open recruitment, applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit a copy of their DD-214 form along with the application. Candidates who attain ranking on an eligible list and are involuntarily called to active duty may be considered for eligibility reinstatement upon their return.PLACEMENT ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST:The Civil Service Commission may limit the number of qualified applicants eligible to participate in the examination process. If two or more candidates have the same total final score on an examination, they shall be ranked in order of their scores in that portion of the examination which has the greatest weight. The names of two or more eligibles having final ratings which are identical shall be grouped on the eligible list as tie names with equal rank for certification and appointment purposes.Candidates who are successful in all phases of the examination process will be placed on an eligible list, in rank order based on a calculation of their total score from the examination process. The eligible list established by this recruitment will be active for a minimum of six (6) months or one (1) year, unless otherwise determined by the Director pursuant to section 6-4 (b) and may be extended for up to an additional year by the Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:As a condition of employment with the County of Madera, a candidate must submit to a Tuberculosis (TB) screening, and related follow up testing as necessary. Designated classifications* are also subject to a medical examination, which includes a review of medical history. TB screenings and medical exams are administered by the Madera County Public Health Department and/or health care professional designated by the County.Designated classifications required to submit to an employment medical examination generally include those that are physical in nature or as may be required by law. If you have any questions about the pre-employment requirements, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (559) 675-7705 or hr@maderacounty.com.ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT:You will be required to submit verification of your identity and citizenship or legal right to work in the United States at the time of and as a condition of an offer of employment.As a condition of employment, all prospective employees shall be required to be fingerprinted.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYMadera County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by Federal or State law.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$61k-75k (estimate)
POST DATE
01/19/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/20/2024
WEBSITE
maderacounty.com
HEADQUARTERS
MADERA, CA
SIZE
25 - 50
FOUNDED
2010
CEO
PAM STANLEY
REVENUE
<$5M
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