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Mental Health Specialist
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- COLUSA COUNTY, CA
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Mental Health Specialist
- Colusa, California United States
- COLUSA COUNTY, CA
- Oct 10, 2026
- $51,312.00 - $84,156.00 Annually
COLUSA COUNTY, CA

The County of Colusa, nestled in the heart of the Sacramento Valley approximately 60 miles north of Sacramento and 100 miles northeast of the San Francisco Bay Area, is a vibrant community rich in history and tradition and, offering a wonderful environment in which to live, work and play. The County, with approximately 22,000 residents, includes two incorporated cities; Colusa, which is the county seat, and Williams. The local economy is largely agriculturally based producing crops valued at more than $900 million each year and exporting farm commodities throughout the United States and to about seventy countries worldwide. County government business is still conducted within the antebellum court house which was built in 1861 and has operated continuously ever since. The County’s annual General Fund budget is roughly $28 million; the total budget is about $78 million. The workforce is comprised of approximately 350 full-time equivalent positions that are assigned to five represented bargaining units. Colusa County also offers many diverse outdoor recreational opportunities and is considered to be a sportsman’s paradise. The Sacramento River meanders through the County. Portions of five national protected areas are located within the county: Butte Sink Wildlife Refuge; Colusa National Wildlife Refuge; Delevan National Wildlife Refuge; Mendocino National Forest and; Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge. Recreational opportunities such as hiking, bird watching, camping and water sports abound. The Sacramento River and local lakes, offer world class fishing
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- $51,312.00 - $84,156.00 Annually
- Oct 10, 2026
Job Description
Definition & Distinguishing Characteristics

The Department of Behavioral Health Services is seeking a dynamic Mental Health Specialist who is ready to make a difference in our community.

We are a community-based, outpatient behavioral health clinic dedicated to serving our most vulnerable populations. Our leadership team is comprised of dynamic, team-oriented leaders who support staff success with the understanding that successful team members equal outstanding client care.

We want to see our community members become successful in reaching their goals, and we feel fortunate to be in a position to support them in this effort. So be sure to check on whether you’re aligned with our Department values and culture. If you think you can see yourself delivering excellent customer service as a member of the Behavioral Health team, see the summary below & then check out the job description page: HERE .

There are multiple positions available within the Department of Behavioral Health Services. This recruitment will be used to fill a current vacancy and establish an eligibility list to fill other openings without reposting.

What's this Job All About?
Under the direction of the Clinical Program Manager, this position provides clinical services to individuals diagnosed with mental health and/or substance use disorders. Services include facilitating individual and group sessions focused on developing skills that promote improved communication, social functioning, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and other areas that support recovery and overall well-being. Interventions may also include behavior modification strategies and harm reduction approaches to enhance clients' daily functioning and treatment outcomes.

This position collaborates closely with clients' therapists and treatment team to monitor progress toward individualized treatment goals and ensure coordinated, client-centered care. Responsibilities also include assisting with the collection of biopsychosocial information during the intake and assessment process, participating in treatment planning, and responding to behavioral health crises under the clinical supervision and guidance of a Clinical Program Manager.

We take self-care seriously and believe that a healthy work-life balance is essential to doing our best work and providing exceptional care to our community. We support our employees’ professional and personal growth through training opportunities and team-building activities designed to strengthen collaboration, build skills, and foster a positive work environment.

Embracing the Colusa County Work Culture
Our Core Values are more than just words; they’re a way of life here in the Behavioral Health Department. We know that departments with a strong culture & a higher purpose perform better in the long run.

Do our values speak to you?
Deliver WOW Through Service to Others & Our Community
Embrace and Drive Change
Be Adventurous, Creative, Open-Minded
Pursue Growth and Learning
Build Open and Honest Relationships with Communication
Foster a Positive Team and Family Spirit
Be Passionate and Determined
Be Humble and Kind

What are the benefits?
A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve.
A caring, empathetic, & fun work family that you will be welcomed into - where we work hard, but play hard, too!
A job with WORK-LIFE BALANCE
Competitive salary commensurate with education & experience
A LIFETIME PAYCHECK (3% @ 60 for Classic Members and 2% @ 62 for New Members) - As long as you work for 5 years and vest in the CalPERS system, you will receive a retirement paycheck for the rest of your life.
Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you - Unless you choose a premium health care plan.
Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff.
457 Deferred Compensation.
PAID vacation, PAID holidays (15), and PAID leave if you get sick.
Vacation Parity - Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County. A public agency includes cities, counties, districts, military and similar entities. To learn more about vacation parity, please see our benefit summary.

COME WORK FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUSA: WE’RE WAITING FOR YOU!

Supervision & Examples of Duties

Under the direction of the Director of Behavioral Health or designee, the Mental Health Specialist receives technical and functional supervision from the Clinical Program Manager and general supervision from the Clinical Supervisor.

Qualifications

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be to meet one of the following education and experience patterns, consistent with the minimum qualifications for a Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist established in the California Code of Regulations Title IX, §630.

OPTION 1:

Training :
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social welfare, social work, or a related field.

Experience :
Four years of experience in a behavioral health setting.

OPTION 2:

Training :
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social welfare, social work, or a related field, and completion of one year of graduate-level coursework in psychology, social welfare, social work, or a related field.

Experience :
Three years of experience in a behavioral health setting.

OPTION 3:

Training :
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social welfare, social work, or a related field, and completion of two years of graduate-level coursework in psychology, social welfare, social work, or a related field.

Experience :
Two years of experience in a behavioral health setting.

OPTION 4:

Training :
Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college with major course work in psychology, social welfare, social work, or a related field.

Experience :
Six years of experience in a behavioral health setting, including at least two years of experience obtained after completion of the Associate's degree.

Qualifying experience must have been obtained in a behavioral health setting as a specialist in the fields of physical restoration, social adjustment, or vocational adjustment. Qualifying behavioral health settings include, but are not limited to, behavioral health treatment, rehabilitation, psychiatric, or similar settings.

License or Certificate (Required for All Options) :
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License.

Colusa County offers an excellent benefit package. For a summary of benefits, please click here: 2026 Benefit Summary

Closing Date/Time: 10/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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COLUSA COUNTY, CA

The County of Colusa, nestled in the heart of the Sacramento Valley approximately 60 miles north of Sacramento and 100 miles northeast of the San Francisco Bay Area, is a vibrant community rich in history and tradition and, offering a wonderful environment in which to live, work and play. The County, with approximately 22,000 residents, includes two incorporated cities; Colusa, which is the county seat, and Williams. The local economy is largely agriculturally based producing crops valued at more than $900 million each year and exporting farm commodities throughout the United States and to about seventy countries worldwide.

County government business is still conducted within the antebellum court house which was built in 1861 and has operated continuously ever since. The County’s annual General Fund budget is roughly $28 million; the total budget is about $78 million. The workforce is comprised of approximately 350 full-time equivalent positions that are assigned to five represented bargaining units.

Colusa County also offers many diverse outdoor recreational opportunities and is considered to be a sportsman’s paradise. The Sacramento River meanders through the County. Portions of five national protected areas are located within the county: Butte Sink Wildlife Refuge; Colusa National Wildlife Refuge; Delevan National Wildlife Refuge; Mendocino National Forest and; Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge. Recreational opportunities such as hiking, bird watching, camping and water sports abound. The Sacramento River and local lakes, offer world class fishing
COLUSA COUNTY, CA
- Colusa, California, United States
- https://www.countyofcolusa.org
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