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  • Mental Health Clinical Specialist

    County-Wide, California United States Contra Costa County, CA Full Time $76,342.27 - $113,330.54 Annually May 22, 2025
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    Contra Costa County, CA

    The County of Contra Costa, California was incorporated in 1850 as one of the original 27 counties of the State of California, with the City of Martinez as the County Seat.  Contra Costa County is home to more than one million residents. Comprised of 19 cities and many established communities in the unincorporated area, it is the ninth most populous county in the state. The most notable landmark in the county is Mount Diablo, rising 3,849 feet at the northern end of the Diablo Range. It is the centerpiece of Mt. Diablo State Park, one of many recreation areas residents and visitors can enjoy. The East Bay Regional Park District is comprised of more than 100,000 acres within 65 parks, including more than 1,200 miles of trails. Our Mission: Contra Costa County is dedicated to providing public services which improve the quality of life of our residents and the economic viability of our businesses. Our Vision: Contra Costa County is recognized as a world-class service organization where innovation and partnerships merge to enable our residents to enjoy a safe, healthy and prosperous life. Our Values: Contra Costa County serves people, businesses and communities. Our organization and each one of our employees value: Clients and communities Accountability Partnerships Fiscal prudence Quality Services Organizational excellence

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    Job Description

    The Position

    Mental health is a critical part of overall wellness. With the continuing rise of mental health issues across America, Contra Costa County is looking for standout individuals who are ready to serve our community and be a part of the solution. Mental Health Clinical Specialists are found in various divisions, programs, the County hospital, and health centers. This role is responsible for providing psycho-therapeutic intervention, treatment, and other mental health services to individuals, groups, and families. Read the complete job description by clicking this link.

    • The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increase for this classification: 5% on July 1, 2025
    • We offer some positions that require bilingual proficiency - incumbents will receive a salary differential of $200 per month
    • Many of our programs have unit leader assignments. If designated as a unit leader, incumbents will receive an additional 5% differential of their base salary.
    • Many of our programs offer professional clinical supervision for individuals gaining post-degree hours toward their state licensure.
    • Union representation - Mental Health Clinical Specialists are represented by Teamsters, Local 856
    • Incumbents registered with the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) may receive base pay compensation up to step 13 of the salary range.
    • Incumbents who are licensed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) by the State of California Board of Behavioral Science; or possess a valid license as a Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology, may receive monthly base pay compensation up to the top step (step 17) of the salary range.


    Learn more about where Mental Health Clinical Specialists can be found within our county:
    Behavioral Health Division
    • Access Line
    • Adult Mental Health Services
    • Alcohol & Other Drug Services
    • Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime (A3) Community Crisis Response
    • Children’s Mental Health Services
    • Child/Family Mental Health Services
    • Child Social Services Assessment
    • Conservatorship Guardianship
    • First Hope Program
    • Housing Services
    • Juvenile Probation Mental Health Services
    • Mental Health Diversion Program
    • Mental Health Forensic Services
    • Older Adult Mental Health Services
    • Quality Assurance/Utilization Review
    • Wrap Around Program
    Ambulatory Care and Health Centers
    • George & Cynthia Miller Wellness Center
    Psychiatric Emergency Services and Inpatient Psychiatry
    Detention Mental Health
    Public Health Division
    • Health Care for Homeless
    • School Based Clinics


    The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six months.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Licenses Required:
    1) Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicles Operator's License.

    2) Possession of one of the following professional licenses is required . Either:

    a. A valid license issued by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a:
    Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), orLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), orLicensed 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.

    Substitution for License:
    Either: Possession of a Master's Degree in psychology or closely related behavioral science field from an accredited college or university, and registration with the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC); orPossession of a Doctorate Degree in Psychology from an accredited college, university, or other educational institution accredited by the California State Board of Psychology. As a condition of continued employment, incumbents hired with either an AMFT, ASW, APCC, or a Doctorate in Psychology must obtain status as a LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or a licensed Psychologist, respectively, issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology, within the time periods established by the licensing agencies.

    Selection Process

    Application Filing and Evaluation: All applicants must apply on-line 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.Training and Experience Evaluation: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will have their training and experience evaluated. The responses to the supplemental questions, at the time of filing, will be evaluated to determine each candidate's relevant education, training, and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%).
    TENTATIVE EXAM DATES

    Supplemental questions will be evaluated on a bi-weekly basis. Responses to the supplemental questions are submitted at the time of application filing.

    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 exams@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
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