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Supervising Therapist
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$115,065.60 - $140,025.60 Annually
- Public Health
Public Health Division Manager
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$121,430.40 - $147,804.80 Annually
- Administration and Management
- Public Health
Supervising Janitor
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$53,102.40 - $64,604.80 Annually
- Custodial and Janitorial
Social Worker IV-A / IV-B
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$73,028.80 - $97,926.40 Annually
- Human and Social Services
Dual Diagnosis Specialist
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$61,235.20 - $74,484.80 Annually
- Public Health
Probation Assistant
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$50,564.80 - $61,526.40 Annually
- Accounting and Finance
- Probation
Legal Assistant - Extra-Help Legal Assistant
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$60,320.00 - $73,382.40 Annually
- Accounting and Finance
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
Staff Services Assistant
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$51,313.60 - $62,441.60 Annually
- Accounting and Finance
- Human Resources and Personnel
Supervising Legal Clerk
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$58,281.60 - $70,907.20 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV/V - Extra-Help Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV/V
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$92,352.00 - $188,156.80 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
- Other
Custodial Deputy Sheriff I/II - Extra-Help Custodial Deputy Sheriff I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$59,155.20 - $79,393.60 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Custodial and Janitorial
- Public Safety
Deputy County Counsel II/III/IV/V
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$98,404.80 - $188,156.80 Annually
- Legal Services
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Other
Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Medical Director
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$303,555.20 - $369,075.20 Annually
- Public Health
District Attorney Investigator I/II - Extra-Help District Attorney Investigator I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$78,228.80 - $107,972.80 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Criminology and Forensics
- Legal Services
Extra-Help Deputy Public Defender I/II/III/IV
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$79,768.00 - $140,025.60 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Safety
Extra-Help Law Student
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$16.90 - $20.00 Hourly
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
Supervising Social Worker II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$88,836.80 - $107,972.80 Annually
- Human and Social Services
Mental Health Clinician I/II - Extra-Help Mental Health Clinician I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$76,689.60 - $113,380.80 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Health
Psychiatric Staff Nurse I/II - Extra-Help Psychiatric Staff Nurse I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$73,382.40 - $99,840.00 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Health
Deputy Director - Economic Development
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$125,049.60 - $152,235.20 Annually
- Administration and Management
- Community and Economic Development
- Other
Housekeeping Attendant - Extra Help Housekeeping Attendant
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$47,923.20 - $58,281.60 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Support Services Analyst I/II - Extra-Help Support Services Analyst I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$54,953.60 - $73,756.80 Annually
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Librarian I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$56,326.40 - $75,587.20 Annually
- Library Services
Extra-Help Special Projects Coordinator
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$16.90 - $60.00 Hourly
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Health
Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$78,603.20 - $104,852.80 Annually
- Criminology and Forensics
- Public Safety
Staff Psychiatrist
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$249,329.60 - $303,555.20 Annually
- Public Health
Legal Process Clerk I/II - Extra-Help Legal Process Clerk I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$44,532.80 - $59,737.60 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
Supervising Social Worker I
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$76,689.60 - $93,267.20 Annually
- Human and Social Services
Social Worker III
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$65,894.40 - $80,163.20 Annually
- Human and Social Services
Border Patrol Agent
- Merced, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – Up to $50K in Incentives
- Merced, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent - Up to $50K in Incentives
- Merced, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Merced, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Criminal Investigator
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I/II
- Merced, California
- GovernmentJobs.com
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Deputy Sheriff
- Merced, California
- Merced County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Site Superintendent
- Merced, California
- Synerfac Technical Staffing
$109,420
- Full Time
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Supervising Therapist
- Merced, California United States
- Merced County, CA
- Oct 16, 2026
- $115,065.60 - $140,025.60 Annually
Merced County, CA

Merced County, located in the heart of California's Central Valley, offers a unique blend of vibrant agricultural heritage and modern development. Known as the "Gateway to Yosemite," Merced County is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, including nearby national parks, lush farmlands, and scenic rivers. The county's strategic location provides easy access to major urban centers like San Francisco, Sacramento, and Fresno, making it an ideal hub for both business and leisure. With a diverse economy anchored by agriculture, education, healthcare, and manufacturing, Merced County offers ample opportunities for career growth and professional development. The presence of the University of California, Merced, further enhances the county's reputation as a center for innovation and research, attracting top talent and fostering a dynamic workforce. In addition to its economic strengths, Merced County boasts a high quality of life with a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy affordable housing, a lower cost of living compared to many other parts of California, and a family-friendly environment with excellent schools and recreational facilities. The county's rich cultural heritage is celebrated through numerous festivals, farmers' markets, and community events, creating a welcoming atmosphere for newcomers. With its combination of economic opportunity, educational excellence, and a supportive community, Merced County is not just a great place to work but also a wonderful place to live and thrive.
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- $115,065.60 - $140,025.60 Annually
- Oct 16, 2026
Job Description
Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Manages within mandated State CCS guidelines, the physical and occupational therapy programs.
Coordinates and collaborates activities with State CCS and other public and private agencies.
Assists with the program budget; reimbursement and revenue generating issues and processes.
Supervise and evaluate work of occupational/physical therapists, therapy aides and typist clerks.
Plan, develop and update program policies and procedures for the medical therapy unit.
Assists in the development of objectives and goals; implements the quality assurance program.
Acts as a clinical consultant to medical and personal health services staff.
Conducts in-service training for departmental and outside agency staff.
Schedules and coordinates monthly medical therapy clinics and vendor services.
Administers diagnostic and prognostic examination of muscle, nerve joint and functional ability.
Administers active, passive and resistive therapeutic exercises.
Carries out physician instructions and administers various types of therapy.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:
One (1) year of experience as an occupational or physical therapist in a clinical setting treating children
with cerebral palsy and/or other physically disabling conditions.

Licenses:
Possession of a valid license from the State of California to practice as an Occupational or Physical
Therapist.

Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain.

SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B

Essential Functions

Operate a personal computer and other modern office equipment.
Maintain clinical notes and medical records; reviews all medical records in the program for compliance.
Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone; concentrate in noisy conditions.
Analyze data, interpret policies, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate conclusions.
Meet deadlines under stressful conditions; complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines.
Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints.
Establish, implement and achieve goals and objectives; Train, evaluate and supervise staff.
Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County/State regulations.
Represent the County with the State, community and other agencies; make presentations.
Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception.
Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects.
Frequent use of hand-eye coordination; normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping.
Frequent use of data entry device including repetitive hand and arm motion.
Lift and carry various items up to 25 lbs., Kneel, bend, twist, squat, balance and crawl.

Regular attendance is an essential function.
Knowledge of:
Principles of effective management, supervision and training.

Principles, methods, and basic theory of physical rehabilitation for children with physical disabilities.

Anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, muscular, neural and other structures, and the pathologies and injuries which result in physical handicaps.

Equipment and methods used to evaluate and mitigate physical handicaps.

Basic understanding of normal growth and development and abnormalities influencing development.

Principles and functions of psychology and abnormal psychology, teaching, public health nursing, and physical/occupational therapy in the treatment and rehabilitation of cerebral palsy and similar disabilities.

Quality assurance standards.

State California Children Services statutes, regulations, and guidelines.

Ability to:
Plan, organize, direct, and develop a therapy program for children with cerebral palsy and other physical disabilities requiring occupational therapy and physical therapy.
Resolve staff complaints and grievances.
Understand and follow physician's prescriptions and other technical instructions.
Instruct and gain the confidence and cooperation of patients in the program.
Explain the procedures used to children, parents and others as may be required.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents, physicians, school personnel and the general public.
Anticipate needs and prepare budgetary estimates.
Maintain and prepare technical records and reports.

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HOLIDAYS & LEAVES
MANAGEMENT LEAVE

May receive, depending upon classification, 96 hours per Fiscal Year.

VACATION

10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours). Optional annual sell back of a portion of accumulated vacation leave hours (maximum - 40 hours).

SICK LEAVE

0.0625 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 16 days (130 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.

HOLIDAYS

Twelve paid holidays annually plus two optional holidays.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

Five (5) regularly scheduled consecutive workdays.

INSURANCE
HEALTH INSURANCE
Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums.
Anthem 500 EPO
Anthem 1500 EPO
Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dental Insurance - Delta Dental
County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
Vision Insurance - VSP
County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
DISABILITY INSURANCE

Management Disability Insurance - Unit 20 Unrepresented Management Levels A-E - 100% premium paid by employer

LIFE INSURANCE

County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Unit 20 Unrepresented Management:
Level A & B $85,000
Level C $55,000
Level D & E $35,000

Voluntary Term and Whole Life Insurance are available - premium paid by employee

RETIREMENT
DEFERRED COMPENSATION

The County offers a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pre-tax or post-tax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.

MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION

The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security. The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; your pension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount.

EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.

EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS

The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.

THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.

For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7356.

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Merced County, CA

Merced County, located in the heart of California's Central Valley, offers a unique blend of vibrant agricultural heritage and modern development. Known as the "Gateway to Yosemite," Merced County is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, including nearby national parks, lush farmlands, and scenic rivers. The county's strategic location provides easy access to major urban centers like San Francisco, Sacramento, and Fresno, making it an ideal hub for both business and leisure. With a diverse economy anchored by agriculture, education, healthcare, and manufacturing, Merced County offers ample opportunities for career growth and professional development. The presence of the University of California, Merced, further enhances the county's reputation as a center for innovation and research, attracting top talent and fostering a dynamic workforce.

In addition to its economic strengths, Merced County boasts a high quality of life with a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy affordable housing, a lower cost of living compared to many other parts of California, and a family-friendly environment with excellent schools and recreational facilities. The county's rich cultural heritage is celebrated through numerous festivals, farmers' markets, and community events, creating a welcoming atmosphere for newcomers. With its combination of economic opportunity, educational excellence, and a supportive community, Merced County is not just a great place to work but also a wonderful place to live and thrive.
Merced County, CA
- Merced, California, United States
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Supervising Therapist

Public Health Division Manager

Supervising Janitor

Social Worker IV-A / IV-B

Dual Diagnosis Specialist

Probation Assistant

Legal Assistant - Extra-Help Legal Assistant

Staff Services Assistant

Supervising Legal Clerk

Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV/V - Extra-Help Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV/V

Custodial Deputy Sheriff I/II - Extra-Help Custodial Deputy Sheriff I/II

Deputy County Counsel II/III/IV/V

Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Medical Director

District Attorney Investigator I/II - Extra-Help District Attorney Investigator I/II

Extra-Help Deputy Public Defender I/II/III/IV

Extra-Help Law Student

Supervising Social Worker II

Mental Health Clinician I/II - Extra-Help Mental Health Clinician I/II

Psychiatric Staff Nurse I/II - Extra-Help Psychiatric Staff Nurse I/II

Deputy Director - Economic Development

Housekeeping Attendant - Extra Help Housekeeping Attendant

Support Services Analyst I/II - Extra-Help Support Services Analyst I/II

Librarian I/II

Extra-Help Special Projects Coordinator

Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I/II

Staff Psychiatrist

Legal Process Clerk I/II - Extra-Help Legal Process Clerk I/II

Supervising Social Worker I

Social Worker III

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