SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Apply by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 26th, for Priority Consideration for 1st Round Interviews The Department of Aging and Adult Services-Office of the Public Guardian is recruiting for a Pre-Li censed Clinical Therapist and Licensed Clinical Therapist* who will provide at- home and field-based services, as well as rehabilitative mental health services in community settings. The goal of the Public Guardian-Conservator’s office is to insure the safety, both financially and physically, of incompetent and mentally disabled persons, who meet the criteria for conservatorship, as required by law, when there are no viable alternative to public conservatorship. This position requires frequent field-based travel and working outside of the office. Be sure to mark a willingness to work within a field-based position that requires travel in order to be considered. The resulting eligible list may be used to fill immediate and future vacancies throughout the County as they occur . * Official Title: Clinical Therapist, Pre-licensed. *Official Title: Clinical Therapist I . For more detailed information, refer to the Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed job description. For more detailed information, refer to the Clinical Therapist I job description. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Range 51T: $56,763.20 - $76,044.80 Licensed Clinical Therapist Range 57A: $66,497.60 - $96,075.20 THE COUNTY OFFERS TWO LUCRATIVE BENEFIT PACKAGES As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay ($1.75 above the base rate of pay) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO for the Professional (SEIU) Unit, refer to the MBO - BbOU - Benefits Summary Guide . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process : Applicants must pass the pre-employment process which may include a credit check, fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, and DMV check. Must be a U.S. Citizen or be a permanent U.S. resident. Medical exam will also include drug and TB test. Shifts: May require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed (on-call compensation provided). Travel : Travel throughout the County and the state of California is required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Registration/License : Pre-licensed Clinical Therapists must have a registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) for the commencement of employment. Applicants within 90 days of graduation of a Master’s degree in a behavioral science accepted by the BBS for registration are considered recent college graduates and have to obtain an intern registration number immediately but no later than sixty (60) days of employment. Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors: Applicants with PCC licensure must provide proof of the required coursework or named specialty and a copy of supervision agreement/Board of Behavioral Science (BBS) hours verification form (as described in the minimum requirements section) in order for contingent offers to be made. Pre-licensed Clinical Therapists must become licensed by the BBS within six (6) years of the original registration or may be terminated. Upon obtaining license, employees may be promoted to Clinical Therapist I . Applicants from out of state: The CA Department of Health Care Services requires applicants who have been recruited from outside of CA as psychologists, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists or professional clinical counselors and whose experience is sufficient to gain admission to a licensing examination to apply for and obtain a professional licensing waiver through the County of San Bernardino if the applicants are licensed-ready according to the Board of Behavioral Science's criteria. The waiver may not exceed three (3) years from the date of employment. See State Waiver Request Form. Applicants must have sufficient experience to gain admission to a licensing examination so that registration with the BBS is not required. Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant's ability to obtain waiver and obtain licensure within three (3) years of the date of the waiver. Upon accepting a contingent job offer, all pre-licensed applicants will sign a Statement of Awareness of the Requirement to Obtain Licensure for Continued Employment. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Applicants must meet both of the following Applicants who already possess an intern registration number MUST BE on their first registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) (i.e., applicants who are within six years of initial registration with the BBS.) - AND- Degree/Intern Registration in one of following: Pre-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists : Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree in Marriage Family Therapy or a related Master's degree that meets the MFT licensure requirements of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Pre-Licensed Master's of Social Work: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree in Social Work from a school accredited or in candidacy status with the Council on Social Work Education. Pre-Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a master's degree that is at least 48 semester (60 quarter) units in a counseling or psychotherapy field of study or a doctoral degree that meets the PCC licensure requirements of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Please note: Applicants who have not yet obtained an intern registration number must submit one of the following: a copy of the school's BBS Program Certificate -OR- a letter from their graduate program indicating degree program and date of degree completion (or anticipated date). The school should verify that the program meets the educational requirement for MFT, MSW, or PCC licensure if the degree program is not titled MFT, MSW, or PCC. Commencement of employment will not occur until the degree has posted. A copy of transcript is required upon appointment. Licensed Clinical Therapist Applicants must meet both of the following License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Applicants must indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. A copy of license is required upon appointment. LPCC Applicants: Must have completed six (6) semester (9 quarter) units specifically focused on the theory and application of marriage and family therapy -OR- a named specialization or emphasis area on the qualifying degree in marriage and family therapy; marital and family therapy; marriage, family, and child counseling; or couple and family therapy. A copy of a transcript showing the required coursework or named specialty must be submitted with the application in order to be considered for the position. -AND- Five hundred (500) hours or more of documented supervised experience working directly with couples, families or children. A copy of the supervision agreement and the BBS hours verification form should be submitted with the application in order to be considered for this position. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients and older adults. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill older adults. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with managed care or insurance plans, such as, but not limited to, Kaiser, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) or Molina Healthcare. Experience with performing clinical screening/assessment duties in a call center environment, including screening and resource referrals to care. Experience with grievances, beneficiary rights and consumer complaints investigations and resolution. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients and older adults. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill older adults. Selection Process Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed on a regular basis. Applications received by 5:00 PM on Friday, April 26, 2024, will be included in the first review/processing of applications; subsequent reviews may be conducted as needed to meet business needs. Apply ASAP, as this recruitment may close at anytime. There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. All communications regarding the selection process will be via e-mail. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from e-mail addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 13, 2024
Full Time
The Job Apply by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 26th, for Priority Consideration for 1st Round Interviews The Department of Aging and Adult Services-Office of the Public Guardian is recruiting for a Pre-Li censed Clinical Therapist and Licensed Clinical Therapist* who will provide at- home and field-based services, as well as rehabilitative mental health services in community settings. The goal of the Public Guardian-Conservator’s office is to insure the safety, both financially and physically, of incompetent and mentally disabled persons, who meet the criteria for conservatorship, as required by law, when there are no viable alternative to public conservatorship. This position requires frequent field-based travel and working outside of the office. Be sure to mark a willingness to work within a field-based position that requires travel in order to be considered. The resulting eligible list may be used to fill immediate and future vacancies throughout the County as they occur . * Official Title: Clinical Therapist, Pre-licensed. *Official Title: Clinical Therapist I . For more detailed information, refer to the Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed job description. For more detailed information, refer to the Clinical Therapist I job description. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Range 51T: $56,763.20 - $76,044.80 Licensed Clinical Therapist Range 57A: $66,497.60 - $96,075.20 THE COUNTY OFFERS TWO LUCRATIVE BENEFIT PACKAGES As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay ($1.75 above the base rate of pay) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO for the Professional (SEIU) Unit, refer to the MBO - BbOU - Benefits Summary Guide . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process : Applicants must pass the pre-employment process which may include a credit check, fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, and DMV check. Must be a U.S. Citizen or be a permanent U.S. resident. Medical exam will also include drug and TB test. Shifts: May require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed (on-call compensation provided). Travel : Travel throughout the County and the state of California is required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Registration/License : Pre-licensed Clinical Therapists must have a registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) for the commencement of employment. Applicants within 90 days of graduation of a Master’s degree in a behavioral science accepted by the BBS for registration are considered recent college graduates and have to obtain an intern registration number immediately but no later than sixty (60) days of employment. Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors: Applicants with PCC licensure must provide proof of the required coursework or named specialty and a copy of supervision agreement/Board of Behavioral Science (BBS) hours verification form (as described in the minimum requirements section) in order for contingent offers to be made. Pre-licensed Clinical Therapists must become licensed by the BBS within six (6) years of the original registration or may be terminated. Upon obtaining license, employees may be promoted to Clinical Therapist I . Applicants from out of state: The CA Department of Health Care Services requires applicants who have been recruited from outside of CA as psychologists, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists or professional clinical counselors and whose experience is sufficient to gain admission to a licensing examination to apply for and obtain a professional licensing waiver through the County of San Bernardino if the applicants are licensed-ready according to the Board of Behavioral Science's criteria. The waiver may not exceed three (3) years from the date of employment. See State Waiver Request Form. Applicants must have sufficient experience to gain admission to a licensing examination so that registration with the BBS is not required. Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant's ability to obtain waiver and obtain licensure within three (3) years of the date of the waiver. Upon accepting a contingent job offer, all pre-licensed applicants will sign a Statement of Awareness of the Requirement to Obtain Licensure for Continued Employment. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Applicants must meet both of the following Applicants who already possess an intern registration number MUST BE on their first registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) (i.e., applicants who are within six years of initial registration with the BBS.) - AND- Degree/Intern Registration in one of following: Pre-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists : Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree in Marriage Family Therapy or a related Master's degree that meets the MFT licensure requirements of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Pre-Licensed Master's of Social Work: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree in Social Work from a school accredited or in candidacy status with the Council on Social Work Education. Pre-Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a master's degree that is at least 48 semester (60 quarter) units in a counseling or psychotherapy field of study or a doctoral degree that meets the PCC licensure requirements of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Please note: Applicants who have not yet obtained an intern registration number must submit one of the following: a copy of the school's BBS Program Certificate -OR- a letter from their graduate program indicating degree program and date of degree completion (or anticipated date). The school should verify that the program meets the educational requirement for MFT, MSW, or PCC licensure if the degree program is not titled MFT, MSW, or PCC. Commencement of employment will not occur until the degree has posted. A copy of transcript is required upon appointment. Licensed Clinical Therapist Applicants must meet both of the following License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Applicants must indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. A copy of license is required upon appointment. LPCC Applicants: Must have completed six (6) semester (9 quarter) units specifically focused on the theory and application of marriage and family therapy -OR- a named specialization or emphasis area on the qualifying degree in marriage and family therapy; marital and family therapy; marriage, family, and child counseling; or couple and family therapy. A copy of a transcript showing the required coursework or named specialty must be submitted with the application in order to be considered for the position. -AND- Five hundred (500) hours or more of documented supervised experience working directly with couples, families or children. A copy of the supervision agreement and the BBS hours verification form should be submitted with the application in order to be considered for this position. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients and older adults. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill older adults. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with managed care or insurance plans, such as, but not limited to, Kaiser, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) or Molina Healthcare. Experience with performing clinical screening/assessment duties in a call center environment, including screening and resource referrals to care. Experience with grievances, beneficiary rights and consumer complaints investigations and resolution. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients and older adults. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill older adults. Selection Process Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed on a regular basis. Applications received by 5:00 PM on Friday, April 26, 2024, will be included in the first review/processing of applications; subsequent reviews may be conducted as needed to meet business needs. Apply ASAP, as this recruitment may close at anytime. There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. All communications regarding the selection process will be via e-mail. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from e-mail addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Are you a soon to be, or recent Master's graduate looking to b e an agent of change and m ake a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference throughout San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainee*. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainees (Marriage and Family Therapy, Master of Social Work, and Professional Clinical Counselor) work in a variety of programs providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in community mental health clinics, field and institutional settings to children, adolescents, families, and older adults with severe mental or emotional disorders. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainees may obtain supervised clinical experience. Applicants willing to work in forensics, criminal justice, or after-hours positions are encouraged to apply, as well as those seeking traditional schedules. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist Pre-License - Trainee For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist Pre-License - Trainee job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. DBH is also accepting applications for Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist , Licensed Clinical Therapist I , and Licensed Clinical Therapist II . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel : Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Shifts : Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainees must become registered with the BBS within twelve (12) months of employment or may be terminated. Upon obtaining registration, employees may be promoted to Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist ( $4,730.27 - $6,337.07 monthly ) . Minimum Requirements Education: Applicants must possess one (1) of the following Pre-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Trainees : Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree in Marriage Family Therapy. Pre-Licensed Master's of Social Work Trainees: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution. Pre-Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree that is at least 48 semester (60 quarter) units in a counseling or psychotherapy field of study. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Experience providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill adults/children. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience with coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Experience working with detained youth and incarcerated adults in correctional settings, such as institutions/locked detention facilities or with probationers/offenders recently released from a correctional setting. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 30, 2024
Full Time
The Job Are you a soon to be, or recent Master's graduate looking to b e an agent of change and m ake a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference throughout San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainee*. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainees (Marriage and Family Therapy, Master of Social Work, and Professional Clinical Counselor) work in a variety of programs providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in community mental health clinics, field and institutional settings to children, adolescents, families, and older adults with severe mental or emotional disorders. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainees may obtain supervised clinical experience. Applicants willing to work in forensics, criminal justice, or after-hours positions are encouraged to apply, as well as those seeking traditional schedules. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist Pre-License - Trainee For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist Pre-License - Trainee job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. DBH is also accepting applications for Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist , Licensed Clinical Therapist I , and Licensed Clinical Therapist II . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel : Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Shifts : Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainees must become registered with the BBS within twelve (12) months of employment or may be terminated. Upon obtaining registration, employees may be promoted to Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist ( $4,730.27 - $6,337.07 monthly ) . Minimum Requirements Education: Applicants must possess one (1) of the following Pre-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Trainees : Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree in Marriage Family Therapy. Pre-Licensed Master's of Social Work Trainees: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution. Pre-Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree that is at least 48 semester (60 quarter) units in a counseling or psychotherapy field of study. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Experience providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill adults/children. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience with coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Experience working with detained youth and incarcerated adults in correctional settings, such as institutions/locked detention facilities or with probationers/offenders recently released from a correctional setting. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job $38.91 Starting Base Hourly Rate (Step 7) for New and Existing Employees! Earn an ADDITIONAL $2.00 per hour above your base hourly rate while working for the Community Crisis Response Team! Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapists II for the Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT) . Licensed Clinical Therapists II assigned to CCRT provide field-based crisis response 365 days per year from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and participate in the initial stages of disaster response, on behalf of the Department of Behavioral Health. Field teams provide one-on-one crisis intervention wherever the individual is located. This Licensed Clinical Therapist II position provides clinical oversight and supervision to pre-licensed field-based teams as well as administrative support to the Clinic Supervisor. This position is a great initial step to becoming a leader within the Department and offers the opportunity to mentor and coach those beginning their careers in behavioral health. CCRT staff do not carry caseloads and are offered 4/10 schedules. The teams collaborate closely with law enforcement, schools, other Behavioral Health programs, and individuals and families of all ages and demographics and respond to disaster and critical incidents that occur in the county, providing brief crisis intervention support and therapeutic tools. CCRT is also accepting applications for Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists - Community Crisis Response Team and Licensed Clinical Therapists I - Community Crisis Response Team . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist II For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist II job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur within the Community Crisis Response Team. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Shifts: Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available). At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the supplemental questionnaire. Qualifying Experience: Official commencement of job duties cannot begin until candidate possesses one (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting. Contingent job offers may be made to candidates who are within three (3) months of completing one (1) year of the requisite experience as a licensed therapist. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Licensure: Must have CA state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. --AND-- Experience: One (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting; the application must clearly distinguish between pre-licensed and post-licensed experience. Note: Applications will be accepted from candidates who are within three (3) months of completing one (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting at time of application. Verification of qualifications will be required prior to hire. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Ideal candidates will possess the following: Calm under pressure Sound critical thinking skills Customer service orientation Great communication skills Friendly disposition Interest in an active work environment Desire to learn and develop new skills Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Job $38.91 Starting Base Hourly Rate (Step 7) for New and Existing Employees! Earn an ADDITIONAL $2.00 per hour above your base hourly rate while working for the Community Crisis Response Team! Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapists II for the Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT) . Licensed Clinical Therapists II assigned to CCRT provide field-based crisis response 365 days per year from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and participate in the initial stages of disaster response, on behalf of the Department of Behavioral Health. Field teams provide one-on-one crisis intervention wherever the individual is located. This Licensed Clinical Therapist II position provides clinical oversight and supervision to pre-licensed field-based teams as well as administrative support to the Clinic Supervisor. This position is a great initial step to becoming a leader within the Department and offers the opportunity to mentor and coach those beginning their careers in behavioral health. CCRT staff do not carry caseloads and are offered 4/10 schedules. The teams collaborate closely with law enforcement, schools, other Behavioral Health programs, and individuals and families of all ages and demographics and respond to disaster and critical incidents that occur in the county, providing brief crisis intervention support and therapeutic tools. CCRT is also accepting applications for Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists - Community Crisis Response Team and Licensed Clinical Therapists I - Community Crisis Response Team . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist II For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist II job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur within the Community Crisis Response Team. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Shifts: Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available). At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the supplemental questionnaire. Qualifying Experience: Official commencement of job duties cannot begin until candidate possesses one (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting. Contingent job offers may be made to candidates who are within three (3) months of completing one (1) year of the requisite experience as a licensed therapist. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Licensure: Must have CA state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. --AND-- Experience: One (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting; the application must clearly distinguish between pre-licensed and post-licensed experience. Note: Applications will be accepted from candidates who are within three (3) months of completing one (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting at time of application. Verification of qualifications will be required prior to hire. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Ideal candidates will possess the following: Calm under pressure Sound critical thinking skills Customer service orientation Great communication skills Friendly disposition Interest in an active work environment Desire to learn and develop new skills Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job $38.91 Starting Base Hourly Rate (Step 7) for New and Existing Employees! Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapists II . Licensed Clinical Therapists II are lead workers who direct a small clinical staff. Typical duties consist of providing clinical and administrative consultation to their staff; screening prospective clients for appropriateness of program services; intervening in crisis situations; auditing and monitoring charts; utilization review; payment authorization; and participating in providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in clinic, institutional, field, and community settings to clients with severe mental, emotional, and substance abuse disorders. For additional details, please refer to the Licensed Clinical Therapist II job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Shifts: Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available). At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the supplemental questionnaire. Qualifying Experience: Official commencement of job duties cannot begin until candidate possesses one (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting. Contingent job offers may be made to candidates who are within three (3) months of completing one (1) year of the requisite experience as a licensed therapist. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Licensure: Must have CA state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. --AND-- Experience: One (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting; the application must clearly distinguish between pre-licensed and post-licensed experience. Note: Applications will be accepted from candidates who are within three (3) months of completing one (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting at time of application. Verification of qualifications will be required prior to hire. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. The following experience is highly desirable: Two (2) years of experience as a licensed therapist in a behavioral health or social services setting. Two (2) or more years of experience providing clinical supervision to Registered Associate MFTs, Registered Associate PCCs, or Registered Associate CSWs or pre-degree clinical interns. One or more years of experience providing clinical or administrative supervision over clinical interns and/or trainees. Experience in a behavioral health or social service setting in a leadership role either managing a special assignment or providing occasional supervisory coverage. Interagency collaboration experience Education and/or training experience Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Job $38.91 Starting Base Hourly Rate (Step 7) for New and Existing Employees! Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapists II . Licensed Clinical Therapists II are lead workers who direct a small clinical staff. Typical duties consist of providing clinical and administrative consultation to their staff; screening prospective clients for appropriateness of program services; intervening in crisis situations; auditing and monitoring charts; utilization review; payment authorization; and participating in providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in clinic, institutional, field, and community settings to clients with severe mental, emotional, and substance abuse disorders. For additional details, please refer to the Licensed Clinical Therapist II job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Shifts: Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available). At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the supplemental questionnaire. Qualifying Experience: Official commencement of job duties cannot begin until candidate possesses one (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting. Contingent job offers may be made to candidates who are within three (3) months of completing one (1) year of the requisite experience as a licensed therapist. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Licensure: Must have CA state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. --AND-- Experience: One (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting; the application must clearly distinguish between pre-licensed and post-licensed experience. Note: Applications will be accepted from candidates who are within three (3) months of completing one (1) year of experience as a licensed therapist in a mental health or social service setting at time of application. Verification of qualifications will be required prior to hire. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. The following experience is highly desirable: Two (2) years of experience as a licensed therapist in a behavioral health or social services setting. Two (2) or more years of experience providing clinical supervision to Registered Associate MFTs, Registered Associate PCCs, or Registered Associate CSWs or pre-degree clinical interns. One or more years of experience providing clinical or administrative supervision over clinical interns and/or trainees. Experience in a behavioral health or social service setting in a leadership role either managing a special assignment or providing occasional supervisory coverage. Interagency collaboration experience Education and/or training experience Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Are you a recent Master's graduate looking to be an agent of change and make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference throughout San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist*. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists (Marriage and Family Therapy, Master of Social Work, and Professional Clinical Counselor) work in a variety of programs providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in community mental health clinics, field and institutional settings to children, adolescents, families, and older adults with severe mental or emotional disorders. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists may obtain supervised clinical experience. Applicants willing to work in forensics, criminal justice, or after-hours positions are encouraged to apply, as well as those seeking traditional schedules. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. DBH is also accepting applications for Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainees , Licensed Clinical Therapists I, and Licensed Clinical Therapists II . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel : Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Shifts : Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists must become licensed by the BBS within six (6) years of the original registration date or be terminated. Upon obtaining license, employees may be promoted to Licensed Clinical Therapist I ($5,541 - $8,006 monthly) . Minimum Requirements Intern Registration Must possess and be on first intern registration number as an AMFT, ACSW, or APCC with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) (i.e., applicants who are within six years of initial registration with the BBS.) Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Experience providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill adults/children. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience with coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Experience working with detained youth and incarcerated adults in correctional settings, such as institutions/locked detention facilities or with probationers/offenders recently released from a correctional setting. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 30, 2024
Full Time
The Job Are you a recent Master's graduate looking to be an agent of change and make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference throughout San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist*. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists (Marriage and Family Therapy, Master of Social Work, and Professional Clinical Counselor) work in a variety of programs providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in community mental health clinics, field and institutional settings to children, adolescents, families, and older adults with severe mental or emotional disorders. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists may obtain supervised clinical experience. Applicants willing to work in forensics, criminal justice, or after-hours positions are encouraged to apply, as well as those seeking traditional schedules. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. DBH is also accepting applications for Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainees , Licensed Clinical Therapists I, and Licensed Clinical Therapists II . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel : Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Shifts : Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists must become licensed by the BBS within six (6) years of the original registration date or be terminated. Upon obtaining license, employees may be promoted to Licensed Clinical Therapist I ($5,541 - $8,006 monthly) . Minimum Requirements Intern Registration Must possess and be on first intern registration number as an AMFT, ACSW, or APCC with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) (i.e., applicants who are within six years of initial registration with the BBS.) Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Experience providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill adults/children. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience with coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Experience working with detained youth and incarcerated adults in correctional settings, such as institutions/locked detention facilities or with probationers/offenders recently released from a correctional setting. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapist I .Licensed Clinical Therapists I (Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Social Worker, and Professional Clinical Counselor) work in a variety of programs providing rehabilitative mental health/substance use services in community behavioral health clinics, field, and institutional settings to children, adolescents, families, and older adults with severe mental health and substance use disorders. Applicants willing to work in forensics, criminal justice, or after-hours positions are encouraged to apply, as well as those seeking traditional schedules. *Official Title: Clinical Therapist I For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist I job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. DBH is also accepting applications for Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainees , Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists , and Licensed Clinical Therapists II . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Shifts: Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available). At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the supplemental questionnaire. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, or Professional Clinical Counselor. Applicants must indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. A copy of license is required upon appointment. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Experience providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill adults/children. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience with coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Experience working with detained youth and incarcerated adults in correctional settings, such as institutions/locked detention facilities or with probationers/offenders recently released from a correctional setting. Experience providing clinical supervision to those pursuing their Master’s degree as a clinical therapist and pre-licensed clinicians. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 05, 2024
Full Time
The Job Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapist I .Licensed Clinical Therapists I (Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Social Worker, and Professional Clinical Counselor) work in a variety of programs providing rehabilitative mental health/substance use services in community behavioral health clinics, field, and institutional settings to children, adolescents, families, and older adults with severe mental health and substance use disorders. Applicants willing to work in forensics, criminal justice, or after-hours positions are encouraged to apply, as well as those seeking traditional schedules. *Official Title: Clinical Therapist I For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist I job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. DBH is also accepting applications for Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapist Trainees , Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists , and Licensed Clinical Therapists II . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Shifts: Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available). At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the supplemental questionnaire. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, or Professional Clinical Counselor. Applicants must indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. A copy of license is required upon appointment. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Experience providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill adults/children. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience with coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Experience working with detained youth and incarcerated adults in correctional settings, such as institutions/locked detention facilities or with probationers/offenders recently released from a correctional setting. Experience providing clinical supervision to those pursuing their Master’s degree as a clinical therapist and pre-licensed clinicians. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapists I for the Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT). Licensed Clinical Therapists I assigned to CCRT provide field-based crisis response 365 days per year from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and participate in the initial stages of disaster response, on behalf of the Department of Behavioral Health. Field teams provide one-on-one crisis intervention wherever the individual is located. CCRT staff do not carry caseloads and are offered 4/10 schedules. The teams collaborate closely with law enforcement, schools, other Behavioral Health programs, and individuals and families of all ages and demographics and respond to disaster and critical incidents that occur in the county, providing brief crisis intervention support and therapeutic tools. CCRT is also accepting applications for Pre- Licensed Clinical Therapists - Community Crisis Response Team and Licensed Clinical Therapist II - Community Crisis Response Team . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. *Official Title: Clinical Therapist I For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist I job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur within the Community Crisis Response Team. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Shifts: Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available). At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the supplemental questionnaire. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, or Professional Clinical Counselor. Applicants must indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. A copy of license is required upon appointment. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Ideal candidates will possess the following: Calm under pressure Sound critical thinking skills Customer service orientation Great communication skills Friendly disposition Interest in an active work environment Desire to learn and develop new skills Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 05, 2024
Full Time
The Job Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapists I for the Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT). Licensed Clinical Therapists I assigned to CCRT provide field-based crisis response 365 days per year from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and participate in the initial stages of disaster response, on behalf of the Department of Behavioral Health. Field teams provide one-on-one crisis intervention wherever the individual is located. CCRT staff do not carry caseloads and are offered 4/10 schedules. The teams collaborate closely with law enforcement, schools, other Behavioral Health programs, and individuals and families of all ages and demographics and respond to disaster and critical incidents that occur in the county, providing brief crisis intervention support and therapeutic tools. CCRT is also accepting applications for Pre- Licensed Clinical Therapists - Community Crisis Response Team and Licensed Clinical Therapist II - Community Crisis Response Team . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. *Official Title: Clinical Therapist I For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist I job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur within the Community Crisis Response Team. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Shifts: Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available). At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the supplemental questionnaire. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, or Professional Clinical Counselor. Applicants must indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. A copy of license is required upon appointment. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Ideal candidates will possess the following: Calm under pressure Sound critical thinking skills Customer service orientation Great communication skills Friendly disposition Interest in an active work environment Desire to learn and develop new skills Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Are you a recent Master's graduate looking to be an agent of change and make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference throughout San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Pre- Licensed Clinical Therapist* for the Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT) . Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists (Marriage and Family Therapy, Master of Social Work, and Professional Clinical Counselor) work in a variety of programs providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in community mental health clinics, field and institutional settings to children, adolescents, families, and older adults with severe mental or emotional disorders. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists may obtain supervised clinical experience. Applicants willing to work in forensics, criminal justice, or after-hours positions are encouraged to apply, as well as those seeking traditional schedules. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists assigned to CCRT provide field-based crisis response 365 days per year from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and participate in the initial stages of disaster response, on behalf of the Department of Behavioral Health. Field teams provide one-on-one crisis intervention wherever the individual is located. CCRT staff do not carry caseloads and are offered 4/10 schedules. The teams collaborate closely with law enforcement, schools, other Behavioral Health programs, and individuals and families of all ages and demographics and respond to disaster and critical incidents that occur in the county, providing brief crisis intervention support and therapeutic tools. CCRT is also accepting applications for Licensed Clinical Therapist I - Community Crisis Response Team and Licensed Clinical Therapist II - Community Crisis Response Team . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel : Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Shifts : Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists must become licensed by the BBS within six (6) years of the original registration date or be terminated. Upon obtaining license, employees may be promoted to Licensed Clinical Therapist I ($5,541 - $8,006 monthly) . Minimum Requirements Intern Registration Must possess and be on first intern registration number as an AMFT, ACSW, or APCC with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) (i.e., applicants who are within six years of initial registration with the BBS.) Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Experience providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill adults/children. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience with coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Experience working with detained youth and incarcerated adults in correctional settings, such as institutions/locked detention facilities or with probationers/offenders recently released from a correctional setting. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 05, 2024
Full Time
The Job Are you a recent Master's graduate looking to be an agent of change and make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference throughout San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Pre- Licensed Clinical Therapist* for the Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT) . Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists (Marriage and Family Therapy, Master of Social Work, and Professional Clinical Counselor) work in a variety of programs providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in community mental health clinics, field and institutional settings to children, adolescents, families, and older adults with severe mental or emotional disorders. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists may obtain supervised clinical experience. Applicants willing to work in forensics, criminal justice, or after-hours positions are encouraged to apply, as well as those seeking traditional schedules. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists assigned to CCRT provide field-based crisis response 365 days per year from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and participate in the initial stages of disaster response, on behalf of the Department of Behavioral Health. Field teams provide one-on-one crisis intervention wherever the individual is located. CCRT staff do not carry caseloads and are offered 4/10 schedules. The teams collaborate closely with law enforcement, schools, other Behavioral Health programs, and individuals and families of all ages and demographics and respond to disaster and critical incidents that occur in the county, providing brief crisis intervention support and therapeutic tools. CCRT is also accepting applications for Licensed Clinical Therapist I - Community Crisis Response Team and Licensed Clinical Therapist II - Community Crisis Response Team . Please click on a job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel : Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Shifts : Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for positions assigned to detention facilities on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists must become licensed by the BBS within six (6) years of the original registration date or be terminated. Upon obtaining license, employees may be promoted to Licensed Clinical Therapist I ($5,541 - $8,006 monthly) . Minimum Requirements Intern Registration Must possess and be on first intern registration number as an AMFT, ACSW, or APCC with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) (i.e., applicants who are within six years of initial registration with the BBS.) Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Experience providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill adults/children. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience with coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Experience working with detained youth and incarcerated adults in correctional settings, such as institutions/locked detention facilities or with probationers/offenders recently released from a correctional setting. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapist I - Quality Management* . Licensed Clinical Therapists I for the Quality Management division perform a variety of regulatory mandates including, but not limited to, the following: reviewing clinical documentation for services provided to adults and children with severe mental or emotional disorders to ensure compliance with Medi-Cal documentation requirements as outlined by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS); conducting concurrent reviews for authorizations of adult and youth crisis residential and adult residential treatment services; conducting prior authorization for an array of adult and children’s outpatient specialty mental health services; processing grievances, appeals, and state hearing requests received for the San Bernardino County behavioral health systems of care; addressing second opinions, change of provider requests, and continuity of care requests; answering phone calls from the public via the 24/7 Access Line; and working with San Bernardino County managed care plans to continually improve specialty mental health services. Incumbents in these positions primarily perform regulatory mandates, but may require client contact and/or the provision of services when deemed necessary. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist I For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist I job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, or Professional Clinical Counselor. Applicants must indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. A copy of license is required upon appointment. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with managed care or insurance plans, such as, but not limited to, Kaiser, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) or Molina Healthcare. Experience with performing clinical screening/assessment duties in a call center environment, including screening and resource referrals to care. Experience with grievances, beneficiary rights and consumer complaints, investigations and resolution. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 05, 2024
Full Time
The Job Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapist I - Quality Management* . Licensed Clinical Therapists I for the Quality Management division perform a variety of regulatory mandates including, but not limited to, the following: reviewing clinical documentation for services provided to adults and children with severe mental or emotional disorders to ensure compliance with Medi-Cal documentation requirements as outlined by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS); conducting concurrent reviews for authorizations of adult and youth crisis residential and adult residential treatment services; conducting prior authorization for an array of adult and children’s outpatient specialty mental health services; processing grievances, appeals, and state hearing requests received for the San Bernardino County behavioral health systems of care; addressing second opinions, change of provider requests, and continuity of care requests; answering phone calls from the public via the 24/7 Access Line; and working with San Bernardino County managed care plans to continually improve specialty mental health services. Incumbents in these positions primarily perform regulatory mandates, but may require client contact and/or the provision of services when deemed necessary. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist I For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist I job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, or Professional Clinical Counselor. Applicants must indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. A copy of license is required upon appointment. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable, however, not required: Government or private behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with managed care or insurance plans, such as, but not limited to, Kaiser, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) or Molina Healthcare. Experience with performing clinical screening/assessment duties in a call center environment, including screening and resource referrals to care. Experience with grievances, beneficiary rights and consumer complaints, investigations and resolution. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
Colton, California, United States
The Job - APPLY BY MAY 15TH, 2024 FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION - Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is recruiting for Clinical Therapists to support the hospital's Behavioral Health Unit. Incumbents in this classification perform a full range of assignments related to the field of mental health services that include, but are not limited to biopsychosocial assessments, multidisciplinary treatment team participation, and discharge planning. Applications are being accepted for both licensed and pre-licensed candidates. Official Job Title: Clinical Therapist I - Medical Support. For more information, refer to the Clinical Therapist I - Medical Support job description. Annual Salary: $66,497.60 - $96,075.20 Official Job Title: Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed - Medical Support. For more information, refer to the Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed - Medical Support job description. Annual Salary: $56,763.20 - $76,044.80 ARROWHEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located on a beautiful 70-acre campus in Colton, California (50 miles east of Los Angeles), Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is a state-of-the-art, public/nonprofit, 456-bed, university affiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health and accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital houses a regional burn center serving four counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono and Inyo), a comprehensive stroke center, level I trauma center and a freestanding in-patient behavioral health center. Additionally, ARMC operates five community-based, primary care clinics and over 40 specialty care outpatient services. ARMC is the primary teaching hospital for the adjacently located California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), the Inland Empire's newest medical school. To learn more, watch our video at this link ! Modified Benefit Option (MBO): This benefit option provides full-time employees in eligible classifications the opportunity to earn a higher hourly rate of pay (above base pay). For more information, click HERE ! CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Candidates selected for these positions must pass a background investigation, physical, and verification of employment history and education. Shift Availability: Candidates selected for these positions must be available to work ten (10) hour work days in a four (4) day work week. Shift start times range from 7:00am to 8:30am. Certification: Candidates chosen for this position must obtain a valid Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certification before their start date, and maintain this certification throughout their employment. Vaccination Requirement: Per the December 24, 2021 updated CA State Public Health Officer Order, all workers who provide services or work in facilities described in subdivision (a) of the order, including clinics and doctor offices, must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. In addition, CDPH Public Health Officer Orders updated on February 22, 2022 requires all workers in health care settings currently eligible for boosters, who provide services or work in the impacted facilities must be “fully vaccinated and boosted” for COVID-19 by March 1, 2022. Workers may be exempt from the vaccination requirements under section (1). View the full order here: https://bit.ly/3k0RNMt The entire All Facilities Letter notifying of updates to the Public Health Order is available at the following link: AFL 21-34.3 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Vaccine Requirement for Healthcare Personnel (HCP) . Vaccination Exemptions: Upon hire, candidates will be required to submit proof of vaccination including the booster dose or request an exemption from the vaccination and booster requirements based on either religious belief or medical reasons. Minimum Requirements Licensed Clinical Therapist Candidates must maintain and posses one of the following licenses: Clinical Social Worker License : Must be licensed in California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. -OR- Marriage and Family Therapist License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. -OR- Professional Clinical Counselors License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Indicate license number and expiration date o n the Supplemental Questionnaire. *NOTE: A copy of your license is required upon appointment. Pre- Licensed Clinical Therapist Candidates must meet both of the following Registration and Degree requirements: REGISTRATION Possession of an intern registration number. MUST be the first registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Applicants who have not yet obtained an intern registration number must submit the following: A letter from their graduate program indicating degree program and date of degree completion (or anticipated date). The school should verify that the program meets the educational requirement for MFT, MSW, or PCC licensure if the degree program is not titled MFT, MSW, or PCC. Commencement of employment will not occur until the degree has posted. A copy of transcript is required upon appointment. DEGREE Pre-Licensed Master's of Social Work: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree in Social Work from a school accredited or in candidacy status with the Council on Social Work Education. -OR- Pre-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist: Must have received or be within (3) three months of receiving a Master's degree in Marriage Family Therapy or a related Master's degree that meets the MFT licensure requirements of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). -OR- Pre-Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a master's degree that is at least 48 semester (60 quarter) units in a counseling or psychotherapy field of study or a doctoral degree that meets the PCC licensure requirements of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have experience working in behavioral health within a hospital setting or within an acute care facility. Selection Process Application Procedure : To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application as soon as possible . Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire - Do not refer to a resume. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 05, 2024
Full Time
The Job - APPLY BY MAY 15TH, 2024 FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION - Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is recruiting for Clinical Therapists to support the hospital's Behavioral Health Unit. Incumbents in this classification perform a full range of assignments related to the field of mental health services that include, but are not limited to biopsychosocial assessments, multidisciplinary treatment team participation, and discharge planning. Applications are being accepted for both licensed and pre-licensed candidates. Official Job Title: Clinical Therapist I - Medical Support. For more information, refer to the Clinical Therapist I - Medical Support job description. Annual Salary: $66,497.60 - $96,075.20 Official Job Title: Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed - Medical Support. For more information, refer to the Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed - Medical Support job description. Annual Salary: $56,763.20 - $76,044.80 ARROWHEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located on a beautiful 70-acre campus in Colton, California (50 miles east of Los Angeles), Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is a state-of-the-art, public/nonprofit, 456-bed, university affiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health and accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital houses a regional burn center serving four counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono and Inyo), a comprehensive stroke center, level I trauma center and a freestanding in-patient behavioral health center. Additionally, ARMC operates five community-based, primary care clinics and over 40 specialty care outpatient services. ARMC is the primary teaching hospital for the adjacently located California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), the Inland Empire's newest medical school. To learn more, watch our video at this link ! Modified Benefit Option (MBO): This benefit option provides full-time employees in eligible classifications the opportunity to earn a higher hourly rate of pay (above base pay). For more information, click HERE ! CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Candidates selected for these positions must pass a background investigation, physical, and verification of employment history and education. Shift Availability: Candidates selected for these positions must be available to work ten (10) hour work days in a four (4) day work week. Shift start times range from 7:00am to 8:30am. Certification: Candidates chosen for this position must obtain a valid Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certification before their start date, and maintain this certification throughout their employment. Vaccination Requirement: Per the December 24, 2021 updated CA State Public Health Officer Order, all workers who provide services or work in facilities described in subdivision (a) of the order, including clinics and doctor offices, must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. In addition, CDPH Public Health Officer Orders updated on February 22, 2022 requires all workers in health care settings currently eligible for boosters, who provide services or work in the impacted facilities must be “fully vaccinated and boosted” for COVID-19 by March 1, 2022. Workers may be exempt from the vaccination requirements under section (1). View the full order here: https://bit.ly/3k0RNMt The entire All Facilities Letter notifying of updates to the Public Health Order is available at the following link: AFL 21-34.3 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Vaccine Requirement for Healthcare Personnel (HCP) . Vaccination Exemptions: Upon hire, candidates will be required to submit proof of vaccination including the booster dose or request an exemption from the vaccination and booster requirements based on either religious belief or medical reasons. Minimum Requirements Licensed Clinical Therapist Candidates must maintain and posses one of the following licenses: Clinical Social Worker License : Must be licensed in California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. -OR- Marriage and Family Therapist License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. -OR- Professional Clinical Counselors License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Indicate license number and expiration date o n the Supplemental Questionnaire. *NOTE: A copy of your license is required upon appointment. Pre- Licensed Clinical Therapist Candidates must meet both of the following Registration and Degree requirements: REGISTRATION Possession of an intern registration number. MUST be the first registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Applicants who have not yet obtained an intern registration number must submit the following: A letter from their graduate program indicating degree program and date of degree completion (or anticipated date). The school should verify that the program meets the educational requirement for MFT, MSW, or PCC licensure if the degree program is not titled MFT, MSW, or PCC. Commencement of employment will not occur until the degree has posted. A copy of transcript is required upon appointment. DEGREE Pre-Licensed Master's of Social Work: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a Master's degree in Social Work from a school accredited or in candidacy status with the Council on Social Work Education. -OR- Pre-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist: Must have received or be within (3) three months of receiving a Master's degree in Marriage Family Therapy or a related Master's degree that meets the MFT licensure requirements of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). -OR- Pre-Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor: Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a master's degree that is at least 48 semester (60 quarter) units in a counseling or psychotherapy field of study or a doctoral degree that meets the PCC licensure requirements of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have experience working in behavioral health within a hospital setting or within an acute care facility. Selection Process Application Procedure : To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application as soon as possible . Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire - Do not refer to a resume. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill vacancies for Speech Therapist IV-Clinical Specialist , Speech Therapist III - Senior and Speech Therapist II-Staff in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as a Speech Pathologist issued by the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers’ Board and their certificate for Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech Pathology issued by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association(ASHA). Applicants applying for Speech Therapist IV - Clinical must possess certificates of completion for at least three courses in an area of clinical specialty as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Speech Therapist III - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of t wo years of progressively responsible experience as a Speech Therapist II in San Joaquin County service . OR, t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed speech pathologist performing diagnostic and therapeutic speech pathology techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Speech Therapist IV - Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed Speech Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR f our years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed speech pathologist performing diagnostic and therapeutic speech pathology techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. Substitution Satisfactory completion of a Clinical Fellowship Year from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association while employed by San Joaquin General Hospital may be substituted for one year of the required experience. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Speech Therapist IV-Clinical Specialist Speech Therapist III - Senior Speech Therapist II-Staff Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility : Constant keyboard operation; sits, stands, walks, pushes and pulls, bends and squats frequently; runs and climbs stairs occasionally; lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers supplies and equipment. Lifting : Lifts up to 30 pounds occasionally; restrains, lifts/turns heavy objects or people occasionally. Visual : Constant use of overall vision, color perception, depth perception, hand/eye coordination; reading and close-up work and peripheral vision. Dexterity : Constant holding, reaching, grasping, and writing. Repetitive motion is required occasionally. Hearing/Talking : Hears and talks in person constantly. Occasionally hears on telephone/radio, faint sounds, and occasionally talks on the telephone. Emotional/Psychological : Occasional exposure to emergency situations, trauma, grief, death, and hazard materials. Travels occasionally. Position requires constant public contact, decision making and concentration. Environmental : Occasional exposure to noise, dirt, dust smoke, fumes, poor ventilation, cold and heat. Other : Occasional exposure to conflict; must be capable of working with physically challenged children and adults. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill vacancies for Speech Therapist IV-Clinical Specialist , Speech Therapist III - Senior and Speech Therapist II-Staff in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as a Speech Pathologist issued by the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers’ Board and their certificate for Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech Pathology issued by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association(ASHA). Applicants applying for Speech Therapist IV - Clinical must possess certificates of completion for at least three courses in an area of clinical specialty as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Speech Therapist III - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of t wo years of progressively responsible experience as a Speech Therapist II in San Joaquin County service . OR, t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed speech pathologist performing diagnostic and therapeutic speech pathology techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Speech Therapist IV - Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed Speech Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR f our years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed speech pathologist performing diagnostic and therapeutic speech pathology techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. Substitution Satisfactory completion of a Clinical Fellowship Year from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association while employed by San Joaquin General Hospital may be substituted for one year of the required experience. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Speech Therapist IV-Clinical Specialist Speech Therapist III - Senior Speech Therapist II-Staff Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility : Constant keyboard operation; sits, stands, walks, pushes and pulls, bends and squats frequently; runs and climbs stairs occasionally; lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers supplies and equipment. Lifting : Lifts up to 30 pounds occasionally; restrains, lifts/turns heavy objects or people occasionally. Visual : Constant use of overall vision, color perception, depth perception, hand/eye coordination; reading and close-up work and peripheral vision. Dexterity : Constant holding, reaching, grasping, and writing. Repetitive motion is required occasionally. Hearing/Talking : Hears and talks in person constantly. Occasionally hears on telephone/radio, faint sounds, and occasionally talks on the telephone. Emotional/Psychological : Occasional exposure to emergency situations, trauma, grief, death, and hazard materials. Travels occasionally. Position requires constant public contact, decision making and concentration. Environmental : Occasional exposure to noise, dirt, dust smoke, fumes, poor ventilation, cold and heat. Other : Occasional exposure to conflict; must be capable of working with physically challenged children and adults. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Psychologist II* . Licensed Psychologists II* are lead workers who direct a small number of clinical staff members. Typical duties consist of providing clinical and administrative consultation to their staff; which includes providing clinical, administrative, and psychological testing supervision for interns and/or staff obtaining hours towards licensure; screening prospective clients for appropriateness of program services; intervening in crisis situations; complex care coordination; auditing and monitoring charts; utilization review; payment authorization; selecting, administering, scoring, and interpreting a wide variety of objective and projective tests, including cognitive, psychodiagnostic, and project measures for the treatment of individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness or severe emotional disturbance; and participating in providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in clinic, field, and community settings to clients with severe mental, emotional and substance abuse disorders. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist II - Psychologist For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist II - Psychologist job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. DBH is also accepting applications for Pre-Licensed Psychologist* and Licensed Psychologist I* . Please click on either job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application; submitting applications for multiple positions is in your best interest as they do not interfere with one another. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County Immediate vacancies exist in the following Department of Behavioral Health programs; please indicate your availability for referral to each program in the Supplemental Questionnaire. Serious and Persistent Mentally Ill involved with the Court System (Forensics) The incumbent assigned to this program will function as a lead clinician responsible for providing direct services as well as supervision for additional staff providing services. Incumbent will have primary responsibility for assigning new referrals and conducting supervision of assessments for justice involved adults upon referral to specialty mental health services under the provision and/or facilitation of Mental Health Court and Mental Health Diversion for adults that have been incarcerated or are at risk of becoming incarcerated. Additional duties will include the reviewing and approving of court submitted recommendation reports. A majority of the face-to-face services are conducted within the clinic. Children and Youth Collaborative Services (CYCS) The incumbent assigned to this position will function as a lead clinician and be responsible for providing direct services as well as supervision to other staff providing services. Conducting and supervising Qualified Individual (QI) assessments for youth referred to residential care will be a primary function of this position. QI assessment results will be included in court submitted recommendation reports. Additional responsibilities will include the ongoing provision and facilitation of specialty mental health services. Transitional Age Youth (TAY)/Former system involved Young Adults The incumbent assigned to this position will function as a lead clinician and be responsible for providing direct services as well as supervision to other staff providing services within a One-Stop TAY Center located in the city of San Bernardino. Leading the multidisciplinary team in the provision of specialty mental health services to address the needs of the TAY population, many of which are former system involved youth, will be a primary responsibility of this position. These youth are coping with serious and persistent mental illnesses (SPMI) and are often involved in the shelter bed system. APA-Accredited Pre-Doctoral Internship Program The incumbent assigned to this position will function as a team member and a primary supervisory staff within an APA-Accredited Pre-Doctoral Internship Program. The supervised interns will have primary clinical assignments at various department locations throughout the county. Travel to these locations is required and related expenses will be reimbursed. Providing clinical supervision, testing supervision, in-services, and formal training are all required functions of this position. Additionally, this position will assist in the administrative oversight of the internship program. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Compensation Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities or in the Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit at ARMC receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for such positions on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Applicants from out of state: if you are not licensed in California, you may not proceed to apply as a Licensed Psychologist and must apply as a Pre-Licensed Psychologist* . Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Psychologist. Indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. A copy of license is required upon appointment. --AND-- Experience: Six (6) months of Post-Graduate experience in a community mental health setting OR six (6) months of Tiered Clinical Supervision experience. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable: Two (2) years of experience as a licensed therapist in a behavioral health or social services setting. Experience providing clinical supervision over clinical interns and/or trainees. Experience in a behavioral health or social service setting in a leadership role either managing a special assignment or providing occasional supervisory coverage. Currently employed as a therapist. Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving acutely or persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with Medi-Cal Documentation. Experience providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Experience with group and individual therapy services. Experience serving Transitional Aged Youth (TAY). Experience with working in multidisciplinary team settings. Attention to detail and good ability to communicate. Experience with either currently or previously system involved youth (e.g., Child Welfare or Probation). Experience with psychological testing. A graduate of an APA accredited or CAPIC internship or experience as a supervisor in an APA or CAPIC accredited program. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill adults/children. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with managed care or insurance plans, such as, but not limited to, Kaiser, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) or Molina Healthcare. Experience with performing clinical screening/assessment duties including screening and resource referrals to care. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience with coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity children. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Job Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Psychologist II* . Licensed Psychologists II* are lead workers who direct a small number of clinical staff members. Typical duties consist of providing clinical and administrative consultation to their staff; which includes providing clinical, administrative, and psychological testing supervision for interns and/or staff obtaining hours towards licensure; screening prospective clients for appropriateness of program services; intervening in crisis situations; complex care coordination; auditing and monitoring charts; utilization review; payment authorization; selecting, administering, scoring, and interpreting a wide variety of objective and projective tests, including cognitive, psychodiagnostic, and project measures for the treatment of individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness or severe emotional disturbance; and participating in providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in clinic, field, and community settings to clients with severe mental, emotional and substance abuse disorders. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist II - Psychologist For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist II - Psychologist job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. DBH is also accepting applications for Pre-Licensed Psychologist* and Licensed Psychologist I* . Please click on either job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application; submitting applications for multiple positions is in your best interest as they do not interfere with one another. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County Immediate vacancies exist in the following Department of Behavioral Health programs; please indicate your availability for referral to each program in the Supplemental Questionnaire. Serious and Persistent Mentally Ill involved with the Court System (Forensics) The incumbent assigned to this program will function as a lead clinician responsible for providing direct services as well as supervision for additional staff providing services. Incumbent will have primary responsibility for assigning new referrals and conducting supervision of assessments for justice involved adults upon referral to specialty mental health services under the provision and/or facilitation of Mental Health Court and Mental Health Diversion for adults that have been incarcerated or are at risk of becoming incarcerated. Additional duties will include the reviewing and approving of court submitted recommendation reports. A majority of the face-to-face services are conducted within the clinic. Children and Youth Collaborative Services (CYCS) The incumbent assigned to this position will function as a lead clinician and be responsible for providing direct services as well as supervision to other staff providing services. Conducting and supervising Qualified Individual (QI) assessments for youth referred to residential care will be a primary function of this position. QI assessment results will be included in court submitted recommendation reports. Additional responsibilities will include the ongoing provision and facilitation of specialty mental health services. Transitional Age Youth (TAY)/Former system involved Young Adults The incumbent assigned to this position will function as a lead clinician and be responsible for providing direct services as well as supervision to other staff providing services within a One-Stop TAY Center located in the city of San Bernardino. Leading the multidisciplinary team in the provision of specialty mental health services to address the needs of the TAY population, many of which are former system involved youth, will be a primary responsibility of this position. These youth are coping with serious and persistent mental illnesses (SPMI) and are often involved in the shelter bed system. APA-Accredited Pre-Doctoral Internship Program The incumbent assigned to this position will function as a team member and a primary supervisory staff within an APA-Accredited Pre-Doctoral Internship Program. The supervised interns will have primary clinical assignments at various department locations throughout the county. Travel to these locations is required and related expenses will be reimbursed. Providing clinical supervision, testing supervision, in-services, and formal training are all required functions of this position. Additionally, this position will assist in the administrative oversight of the internship program. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Compensation Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities or in the Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit at ARMC receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for such positions on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Applicants from out of state: if you are not licensed in California, you may not proceed to apply as a Licensed Psychologist and must apply as a Pre-Licensed Psychologist* . Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements License : Must be licensed in the State of California as a Psychologist. Indicate license number and expiration date on the Supplemental Questionnaire. A copy of license is required upon appointment. --AND-- Experience: Six (6) months of Post-Graduate experience in a community mental health setting OR six (6) months of Tiered Clinical Supervision experience. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable: Two (2) years of experience as a licensed therapist in a behavioral health or social services setting. Experience providing clinical supervision over clinical interns and/or trainees. Experience in a behavioral health or social service setting in a leadership role either managing a special assignment or providing occasional supervisory coverage. Currently employed as a therapist. Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving acutely or persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with Medi-Cal Documentation. Experience providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Experience with group and individual therapy services. Experience serving Transitional Aged Youth (TAY). Experience with working in multidisciplinary team settings. Attention to detail and good ability to communicate. Experience with either currently or previously system involved youth (e.g., Child Welfare or Probation). Experience with psychological testing. A graduate of an APA accredited or CAPIC internship or experience as a supervisor in an APA or CAPIC accredited program. Experience in a crisis intervention/brief therapy setting with severely mentally ill adults/children. Experience in quality assurance or utilization review activities. Experience with managed care or insurance plans, such as, but not limited to, Kaiser, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) or Molina Healthcare. Experience with performing clinical screening/assessment duties including screening and resource referrals to care. Experience with intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Experience with case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Experience with coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Experience in transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity children. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill vacancies for Physical Therapist -Clinical Specialist , Physical Therapist - Senior and Physical Therapist in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBOC) . and, if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver's license. Applicants applying for Physical Therapist - Clinical Specialist must possess the following: EITHER : (1) certification in a specific treatment technique such as neurodevelopmental treatment, infant massage, Folsom Manual Therapy, or other techniques as approved by and certification acceptable to the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital; OR : (2) certification as a specialist with the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties or other recognized specialty boards. certificates of completion for at least three courses in an area of clinical specialty as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of one year of experience as a Physical Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR, two years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed physical therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist- Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed Physical Therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist Physical Therapist Senior Physical Therapist The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs the most complex physical therapy evaluations and interprets findings; plans, implements, and coordinates all types of physical therapeutic treatment programs for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff; responsible for physical therapy services provided by physical therapist assistants. Assists with departmental orientation of staff; serves as a resource for other therapists; consults with supervisory staff and may provide input into employee and intern performance evaluations; may act as lead therapist and/or preceptor for physical therapists and other professional and para-professional staff. Conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental and hospital personnel; conducts education programs in the community. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences. Assists to ensure quality care and staff and/or patient safety. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. Prepares and presents, within established guidelines, clinical projects as assigned; assists with departmental projects and program development; may coordinate research projects. May serve as Center Coordinator of Clinical Education for university physical therapy programs. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; occasional sitting; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; frequent bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds; restraining, lifting/turning, transferring people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - frequent holding and occasional repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; occasional manual operation of equipment and hand tools; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds; Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime, and weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death, occasional exposure to depression and psychiatric disorders in patients; constant public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied indoor temperatures, occasional exposure to cleaning agents. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill vacancies for Physical Therapist -Clinical Specialist , Physical Therapist - Senior and Physical Therapist in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBOC) . and, if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver's license. Applicants applying for Physical Therapist - Clinical Specialist must possess the following: EITHER : (1) certification in a specific treatment technique such as neurodevelopmental treatment, infant massage, Folsom Manual Therapy, or other techniques as approved by and certification acceptable to the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital; OR : (2) certification as a specialist with the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties or other recognized specialty boards. certificates of completion for at least three courses in an area of clinical specialty as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of one year of experience as a Physical Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR, two years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed physical therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist- Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed Physical Therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist Physical Therapist Senior Physical Therapist The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs the most complex physical therapy evaluations and interprets findings; plans, implements, and coordinates all types of physical therapeutic treatment programs for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff; responsible for physical therapy services provided by physical therapist assistants. Assists with departmental orientation of staff; serves as a resource for other therapists; consults with supervisory staff and may provide input into employee and intern performance evaluations; may act as lead therapist and/or preceptor for physical therapists and other professional and para-professional staff. Conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental and hospital personnel; conducts education programs in the community. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences. Assists to ensure quality care and staff and/or patient safety. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. Prepares and presents, within established guidelines, clinical projects as assigned; assists with departmental projects and program development; may coordinate research projects. May serve as Center Coordinator of Clinical Education for university physical therapy programs. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; occasional sitting; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; frequent bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds; restraining, lifting/turning, transferring people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - frequent holding and occasional repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; occasional manual operation of equipment and hand tools; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds; Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime, and weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death, occasional exposure to depression and psychiatric disorders in patients; constant public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied indoor temperatures, occasional exposure to cleaning agents. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill vacancies for Occupational Therapist -Clinical Specialist and Occupational Therapist - Senior in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy. And, if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver's license. Applicants applying for Occupational Therapist - Clinical Specialist must possess the following: (1) certification in occupational therapy training in a specialized treatment area or technique such as hand therapy, sensory integration, or other specialized area as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Occupational Therapist - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of one year of experience as a Occupational Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR, two years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed occupational therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic occupational therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Occupational Therapist- Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a lice nsed occupational therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic occupational therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Occupational Therapist Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist Senior The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs the most complex occupational therapy evaluations and interprets findings; plans, implements, and coordinates therapeutic treatment programs for patients; uses equipment appropriately; establishes appropriate treatment goals. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff. Assists with departmental orientation of staff; serves as a resource for other therapists; consults with supervisory staff and provides input into employee and intern performance evaluations; may act as lead therapist and/or trainer for Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and other professional and para-professional staff; may provide training as required. Conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental and other personnel; conducts educational programs in the community. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences. Helps assure quality care and staff/patient safety. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. Assists with departmental projects and program development; may coordinate research projects. May coordinate occupational therapy student intern and other training programs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I Experience : One year as an Occupational Therapist-Senior in San Joaquin County . OR PATTERN II Experience : Three years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed occupational therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic occupational therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. AND Licenses : Must possess and maintain a current license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy; and if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license. . Special Requirement : Requires occupational therapy training in a specialized treatment area or technique such as hand therapy, sensory integration, or other specialized area as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. KNOWLEDGE Current occupational therapy theory, practices, applications, and processes; human anatomy and physiology related to treatments; basic principles of psychology and psychopathology; perceptual-motor theory and principles; medical terminology; basic computer operations, including pertinent software; medical record keeping; principles of clinical supervision. ABILITY Organize and implement occupational therapy treatment programs; teach techniques of treatment in specialty areas; conduct individual and group treatment programs; gather, analyze, interpret and report statistical data; prepare complex reports; interpret and adapt physician orders and/or written reports; utilize computers and office automation equipment; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients or families, staff and others; maintain excellent customer relations; teach advanced therapeutic techniques and modalities; supervise the work of others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; occasional bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less, restraining, lifting/turning people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - occasional holding and repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds. Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime; may require weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied weather conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill vacancies for Occupational Therapist -Clinical Specialist and Occupational Therapist - Senior in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy. And, if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver's license. Applicants applying for Occupational Therapist - Clinical Specialist must possess the following: (1) certification in occupational therapy training in a specialized treatment area or technique such as hand therapy, sensory integration, or other specialized area as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Occupational Therapist - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of one year of experience as a Occupational Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR, two years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed occupational therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic occupational therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Occupational Therapist- Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a lice nsed occupational therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic occupational therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Occupational Therapist Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist Senior The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs the most complex occupational therapy evaluations and interprets findings; plans, implements, and coordinates therapeutic treatment programs for patients; uses equipment appropriately; establishes appropriate treatment goals. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff. Assists with departmental orientation of staff; serves as a resource for other therapists; consults with supervisory staff and provides input into employee and intern performance evaluations; may act as lead therapist and/or trainer for Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and other professional and para-professional staff; may provide training as required. Conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental and other personnel; conducts educational programs in the community. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences. Helps assure quality care and staff/patient safety. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. Assists with departmental projects and program development; may coordinate research projects. May coordinate occupational therapy student intern and other training programs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I Experience : One year as an Occupational Therapist-Senior in San Joaquin County . OR PATTERN II Experience : Three years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed occupational therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic occupational therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. AND Licenses : Must possess and maintain a current license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy; and if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license. . Special Requirement : Requires occupational therapy training in a specialized treatment area or technique such as hand therapy, sensory integration, or other specialized area as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. KNOWLEDGE Current occupational therapy theory, practices, applications, and processes; human anatomy and physiology related to treatments; basic principles of psychology and psychopathology; perceptual-motor theory and principles; medical terminology; basic computer operations, including pertinent software; medical record keeping; principles of clinical supervision. ABILITY Organize and implement occupational therapy treatment programs; teach techniques of treatment in specialty areas; conduct individual and group treatment programs; gather, analyze, interpret and report statistical data; prepare complex reports; interpret and adapt physician orders and/or written reports; utilize computers and office automation equipment; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients or families, staff and others; maintain excellent customer relations; teach advanced therapeutic techniques and modalities; supervise the work of others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; occasional bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less, restraining, lifting/turning people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - occasional holding and repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds. Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime; may require weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied weather conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill part-time vacancies for Physical Therapist -Clinical Specialist , Physical Therapist - Senior and Physical Therapist in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBOC) . and, if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver's license. Applicants applying for Physical Therapist - Clinical Specialist must possess the following: EITHER : (1) certification in a specific treatment technique such as neurodevelopmental treatment, infant massage, Folsom Manual Therapy, or other techniques as approved by and certification acceptable to the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital; OR : (2) certification as a specialist with the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties or other recognized specialty boards. certificates of completion for at least three courses in an area of clinical specialty as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of one year of experience as a Physical Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR, two years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed physical therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist- Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed Physical Therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist Physical Therapist Senior Physical Therapist Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs the most complex physical therapy evaluations and interprets findings; plans, implements, and coordinates all types of physical therapeutic treatment programs for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff; responsible for physical therapy services provided by physical therapist assistants. Assists with departmental orientation of staff; serves as a resource for other therapists; consults with supervisory staff and may provide input into employee and intern performance evaluations; may act as lead therapist and/or preceptor for physical therapists and other professional and para-professional staff. Conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental and hospital personnel; conducts education programs in the community. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences. Assists to ensure quality care and staff and/or patient safety. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. Prepares and presents, within established guidelines, clinical projects as assigned; assists with departmental projects and program development; may coordinate research projects. May serve as Center Coordinator of Clinical Education for university physical therapy programs. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; occasional sitting; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; frequent bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds; restraining, lifting/turning, transferring people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - frequent holding and occasional repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; occasional manual operation of equipment and hand tools; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds; Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime, and weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death, occasional exposure to depression and psychiatric disorders in patients; constant public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied indoor temperatures, occasional exposure to cleaning agents. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance: The County provides part time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of one of three health insurance plans at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available for all plans, with employee paying a portion of the premium. The three plans are: (1) a Kaiser Plan; (2) a Select Plan; and (3) a Premier Plan. Dental Insurance: The County provides employees an option for dental insurance coverage for eligible employees and dependants in either the Delta Dental or the United Health Care Care-Select Managed cared direct plans at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance: Under the Vision Service Plan (VSP), coverage for the employee is available at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Life Insurance: The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $100,000 at the County's rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan: This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Deferred Compensation: The County maintains deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. Vacation: Vacation is pro-rated based on hours worked. Employees earn .0385 hours based on each hour worked. Vacation accrual increases based on length of service. Holiday: 14 holidays per year which includes 4 floating holidays if the employee is normally scheduled to work the day of the holiday • Regular holiday: when an employee works on a regular holiday (non-floating), employee receives regular pay plus holiday pay or time off at time and one half • Floating holiday: employees who work on a floating holiday earn time off to be taken at a later date. Sick Leave: Part time employees eligible for benefits accrue .0462 hours of sick leave for each straight-time hour on payroll with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one half of cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave: 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase: New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 1840 hours on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. License/Certificate Fees: The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the Professional Memorandum of Understanding for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Educational Reimbursement Program: The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program which reimburses the part time employees eligible for benefits up to $850 per fiscal year and up to $800 per semester (maximum $1600 per fiscal year) for enrollment in an approved degree program. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17.00 per pay period for employees assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities: Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Social Security: Part time employees are covered by Social Security with the employee and the County sharing the cost. Selection Procedures Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when: They are related to the Appointing Authority, or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Part Time
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill part-time vacancies for Physical Therapist -Clinical Specialist , Physical Therapist - Senior and Physical Therapist in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBOC) . and, if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver's license. Applicants applying for Physical Therapist - Clinical Specialist must possess the following: EITHER : (1) certification in a specific treatment technique such as neurodevelopmental treatment, infant massage, Folsom Manual Therapy, or other techniques as approved by and certification acceptable to the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital; OR : (2) certification as a specialist with the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties or other recognized specialty boards. certificates of completion for at least three courses in an area of clinical specialty as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of one year of experience as a Physical Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR, two years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed physical therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist- Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed Physical Therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist Physical Therapist Senior Physical Therapist Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs the most complex physical therapy evaluations and interprets findings; plans, implements, and coordinates all types of physical therapeutic treatment programs for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff; responsible for physical therapy services provided by physical therapist assistants. Assists with departmental orientation of staff; serves as a resource for other therapists; consults with supervisory staff and may provide input into employee and intern performance evaluations; may act as lead therapist and/or preceptor for physical therapists and other professional and para-professional staff. Conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental and hospital personnel; conducts education programs in the community. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences. Assists to ensure quality care and staff and/or patient safety. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. Prepares and presents, within established guidelines, clinical projects as assigned; assists with departmental projects and program development; may coordinate research projects. May serve as Center Coordinator of Clinical Education for university physical therapy programs. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; occasional sitting; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; frequent bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds; restraining, lifting/turning, transferring people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - frequent holding and occasional repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; occasional manual operation of equipment and hand tools; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds; Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime, and weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death, occasional exposure to depression and psychiatric disorders in patients; constant public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied indoor temperatures, occasional exposure to cleaning agents. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance: The County provides part time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of one of three health insurance plans at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available for all plans, with employee paying a portion of the premium. The three plans are: (1) a Kaiser Plan; (2) a Select Plan; and (3) a Premier Plan. Dental Insurance: The County provides employees an option for dental insurance coverage for eligible employees and dependants in either the Delta Dental or the United Health Care Care-Select Managed cared direct plans at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance: Under the Vision Service Plan (VSP), coverage for the employee is available at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Life Insurance: The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $100,000 at the County's rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan: This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Deferred Compensation: The County maintains deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. Vacation: Vacation is pro-rated based on hours worked. Employees earn .0385 hours based on each hour worked. Vacation accrual increases based on length of service. Holiday: 14 holidays per year which includes 4 floating holidays if the employee is normally scheduled to work the day of the holiday • Regular holiday: when an employee works on a regular holiday (non-floating), employee receives regular pay plus holiday pay or time off at time and one half • Floating holiday: employees who work on a floating holiday earn time off to be taken at a later date. Sick Leave: Part time employees eligible for benefits accrue .0462 hours of sick leave for each straight-time hour on payroll with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one half of cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave: 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase: New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 1840 hours on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. License/Certificate Fees: The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the Professional Memorandum of Understanding for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Educational Reimbursement Program: The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program which reimburses the part time employees eligible for benefits up to $850 per fiscal year and up to $800 per semester (maximum $1600 per fiscal year) for enrollment in an approved degree program. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17.00 per pay period for employees assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities: Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Social Security: Part time employees are covered by Social Security with the employee and the County sharing the cost. Selection Procedures Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when: They are related to the Appointing Authority, or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Announcement Number: 46595 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 03/12/2024 Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: (775)684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position Clinical Program Managers plan, organize, implement and direct one or more mental health, intellectual disabilities, and/or child development service delivery programs by establishing goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; monitoring and evaluating program performance; developing and monitoring budgets; integrating programs with other state and community services; and supervising clinical and administrative staff, typically including licensed Psychologists and/or subordinate supervisors of professional clinicians. Clinical Program Manager I's work in a relatively small program or cluster of programs. The Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is recruiting for a Clinical Program Manager 1 at Desert Willow Treatment Center located in Las Vegas. Desert Willow Treatment Center (DWTC) is a 44 -bed psychiatric hospital accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations that provides mental health treatment for children and adolescents aged 6 to 17 years old. The facility is licensed by The Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance and is currently licensed for a 12-bed acute psychiatric care unit, an 8-bed pediatric RTC unit servicing 6-11-year-old patients, and two 12-bed RTC units servicing 12-17-year-old patients. DWTC's mission is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values, and ways of thinking through education, therapeutic treatment, and appropriate medical and mental health services. The Clinical Program Manager I (CPM I) is an integral member of the hospital's administrative team supervising the clinical staff and overseeing the admissions process. This position is the first line clinical manager and supervisor for the hospital clinicians, psychiatric caseworkers, and therapeutic recreational specialists. The CPM I oversee the provision of clinical care within the hospital. This includes policy and procedural reviews, internal peer audits, providing oversight to ensure the timely production of clinical documentation relevant to patient care, and ensuring compliance with the Health Care Quality and Compliance bureau, The Joint Commission, and Medicaid healthcare standards. The CPM I will work to ensure that all practices within the hospital are provisioned appropriately and adhere to the principles and values of the DCFS System of Care model. The CPM I must demonstrate an ability to understand policy and procedures, participate in Court and court proceedings as applicable, the ability to orchestrate, monitor, and assign work activities as applicable to staff under their supervision, draft reports, letters, and documentation as required, provide census status updates to the CPM II/hospital administrator, facilitate the residential admission committee meetings, participate in all assigned continuous quality improvement team meetings chairing committees as applicable, participate as part of a multidisciplinary team in the provision of patient care, and provide hospital administrative support as applicable. The CPM I will also provide clinical supervision to clinical intern staff within DWTC. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-10_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in clinical psychology, clinical social work, counseling, or a curriculum related to the option(s) identified, and three years of post-Master's degree professional experience in a human service delivery setting, one of which included supervision of professionals in the option(s) identified; OR a Doctoral degree (Ph.D or Psy.D) from an accredited college or university in clinical psychology, clinical social work, counseling, or a curriculum related to the option(s) identified, and two years of experience as described above, one of which included supervision of professionals in the option(s) identified. Special Requirements A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Proof of a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. This position is required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Additional Position Criteria This position requires the incumbent to be licensed as or able to be licensed in the State of Nevada as a fully licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Clinical Professional Counselor. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Are you designated as an intern supervisor by the Nevada State Board of Social Workers or by the Nevada State Board of Marriage & Family therapist and Clinical Professional Counselors? 2) Describe your experience supervising staff/employees. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
May 05, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 46595 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 03/12/2024 Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: (775)684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position Clinical Program Managers plan, organize, implement and direct one or more mental health, intellectual disabilities, and/or child development service delivery programs by establishing goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; monitoring and evaluating program performance; developing and monitoring budgets; integrating programs with other state and community services; and supervising clinical and administrative staff, typically including licensed Psychologists and/or subordinate supervisors of professional clinicians. Clinical Program Manager I's work in a relatively small program or cluster of programs. The Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is recruiting for a Clinical Program Manager 1 at Desert Willow Treatment Center located in Las Vegas. Desert Willow Treatment Center (DWTC) is a 44 -bed psychiatric hospital accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations that provides mental health treatment for children and adolescents aged 6 to 17 years old. The facility is licensed by The Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance and is currently licensed for a 12-bed acute psychiatric care unit, an 8-bed pediatric RTC unit servicing 6-11-year-old patients, and two 12-bed RTC units servicing 12-17-year-old patients. DWTC's mission is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values, and ways of thinking through education, therapeutic treatment, and appropriate medical and mental health services. The Clinical Program Manager I (CPM I) is an integral member of the hospital's administrative team supervising the clinical staff and overseeing the admissions process. This position is the first line clinical manager and supervisor for the hospital clinicians, psychiatric caseworkers, and therapeutic recreational specialists. The CPM I oversee the provision of clinical care within the hospital. This includes policy and procedural reviews, internal peer audits, providing oversight to ensure the timely production of clinical documentation relevant to patient care, and ensuring compliance with the Health Care Quality and Compliance bureau, The Joint Commission, and Medicaid healthcare standards. The CPM I will work to ensure that all practices within the hospital are provisioned appropriately and adhere to the principles and values of the DCFS System of Care model. The CPM I must demonstrate an ability to understand policy and procedures, participate in Court and court proceedings as applicable, the ability to orchestrate, monitor, and assign work activities as applicable to staff under their supervision, draft reports, letters, and documentation as required, provide census status updates to the CPM II/hospital administrator, facilitate the residential admission committee meetings, participate in all assigned continuous quality improvement team meetings chairing committees as applicable, participate as part of a multidisciplinary team in the provision of patient care, and provide hospital administrative support as applicable. The CPM I will also provide clinical supervision to clinical intern staff within DWTC. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-10_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in clinical psychology, clinical social work, counseling, or a curriculum related to the option(s) identified, and three years of post-Master's degree professional experience in a human service delivery setting, one of which included supervision of professionals in the option(s) identified; OR a Doctoral degree (Ph.D or Psy.D) from an accredited college or university in clinical psychology, clinical social work, counseling, or a curriculum related to the option(s) identified, and two years of experience as described above, one of which included supervision of professionals in the option(s) identified. Special Requirements A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Proof of a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. This position is required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Additional Position Criteria This position requires the incumbent to be licensed as or able to be licensed in the State of Nevada as a fully licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Clinical Professional Counselor. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Are you designated as an intern supervisor by the Nevada State Board of Social Workers or by the Nevada State Board of Marriage & Family therapist and Clinical Professional Counselors? 2) Describe your experience supervising staff/employees. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
State of Nevada
Boulder City, Nevada, United States
Announcement Number: 46595 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 03/12/2024 Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: (775)684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position Clinical Program Managers plan, organize, implement and direct one or more mental health, intellectual disabilities, and/or child development service delivery programs by establishing goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; monitoring and evaluating program performance; developing and monitoring budgets; integrating programs with other state and community services; and supervising clinical and administrative staff, typically including licensed Psychologists and/or subordinate supervisors of professional clinicians. Clinical Program Manager I's work in a relatively small program or cluster of programs. The Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is recruiting for a Clinical Program Manager 1 at Desert Willow Treatment Center located in Las Vegas. Desert Willow Treatment Center (DWTC) is a 44 -bed psychiatric hospital accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations that provides mental health treatment for children and adolescents aged 6 to 17 years old. The facility is licensed by The Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance and is currently licensed for a 12-bed acute psychiatric care unit, an 8-bed pediatric RTC unit servicing 6-11-year-old patients, and two 12-bed RTC units servicing 12-17-year-old patients. DWTC's mission is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values, and ways of thinking through education, therapeutic treatment, and appropriate medical and mental health services. The Clinical Program Manager I (CPM I) is an integral member of the hospital's administrative team supervising the clinical staff and overseeing the admissions process. This position is the first line clinical manager and supervisor for the hospital clinicians, psychiatric caseworkers, and therapeutic recreational specialists. The CPM I oversee the provision of clinical care within the hospital. This includes policy and procedural reviews, internal peer audits, providing oversight to ensure the timely production of clinical documentation relevant to patient care, and ensuring compliance with the Health Care Quality and Compliance bureau, The Joint Commission, and Medicaid healthcare standards. The CPM I will work to ensure that all practices within the hospital are provisioned appropriately and adhere to the principles and values of the DCFS System of Care model. The CPM I must demonstrate an ability to understand policy and procedures, participate in Court and court proceedings as applicable, the ability to orchestrate, monitor, and assign work activities as applicable to staff under their supervision, draft reports, letters, and documentation as required, provide census status updates to the CPM II/hospital administrator, facilitate the residential admission committee meetings, participate in all assigned continuous quality improvement team meetings chairing committees as applicable, participate as part of a multidisciplinary team in the provision of patient care, and provide hospital administrative support as applicable. The CPM I will also provide clinical supervision to clinical intern staff within DWTC. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-10_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in clinical psychology, clinical social work, counseling, or a curriculum related to the option(s) identified, and three years of post-Master's degree professional experience in a human service delivery setting, one of which included supervision of professionals in the option(s) identified; OR a Doctoral degree (Ph.D or Psy.D) from an accredited college or university in clinical psychology, clinical social work, counseling, or a curriculum related to the option(s) identified, and two years of experience as described above, one of which included supervision of professionals in the option(s) identified. Special Requirements A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Proof of a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. This position is required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Additional Position Criteria This position requires the incumbent to be licensed as or able to be licensed in the State of Nevada as a fully licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Clinical Professional Counselor. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Are you designated as an intern supervisor by the Nevada State Board of Social Workers or by the Nevada State Board of Marriage & Family therapist and Clinical Professional Counselors? 2) Describe your experience supervising staff/employees. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
May 05, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 46595 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 03/12/2024 Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: (775)684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position Clinical Program Managers plan, organize, implement and direct one or more mental health, intellectual disabilities, and/or child development service delivery programs by establishing goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; monitoring and evaluating program performance; developing and monitoring budgets; integrating programs with other state and community services; and supervising clinical and administrative staff, typically including licensed Psychologists and/or subordinate supervisors of professional clinicians. Clinical Program Manager I's work in a relatively small program or cluster of programs. The Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is recruiting for a Clinical Program Manager 1 at Desert Willow Treatment Center located in Las Vegas. Desert Willow Treatment Center (DWTC) is a 44 -bed psychiatric hospital accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations that provides mental health treatment for children and adolescents aged 6 to 17 years old. The facility is licensed by The Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance and is currently licensed for a 12-bed acute psychiatric care unit, an 8-bed pediatric RTC unit servicing 6-11-year-old patients, and two 12-bed RTC units servicing 12-17-year-old patients. DWTC's mission is to promote positive self-growth, create change in behavior, attitudes, values, and ways of thinking through education, therapeutic treatment, and appropriate medical and mental health services. The Clinical Program Manager I (CPM I) is an integral member of the hospital's administrative team supervising the clinical staff and overseeing the admissions process. This position is the first line clinical manager and supervisor for the hospital clinicians, psychiatric caseworkers, and therapeutic recreational specialists. The CPM I oversee the provision of clinical care within the hospital. This includes policy and procedural reviews, internal peer audits, providing oversight to ensure the timely production of clinical documentation relevant to patient care, and ensuring compliance with the Health Care Quality and Compliance bureau, The Joint Commission, and Medicaid healthcare standards. The CPM I will work to ensure that all practices within the hospital are provisioned appropriately and adhere to the principles and values of the DCFS System of Care model. The CPM I must demonstrate an ability to understand policy and procedures, participate in Court and court proceedings as applicable, the ability to orchestrate, monitor, and assign work activities as applicable to staff under their supervision, draft reports, letters, and documentation as required, provide census status updates to the CPM II/hospital administrator, facilitate the residential admission committee meetings, participate in all assigned continuous quality improvement team meetings chairing committees as applicable, participate as part of a multidisciplinary team in the provision of patient care, and provide hospital administrative support as applicable. The CPM I will also provide clinical supervision to clinical intern staff within DWTC. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-10_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in clinical psychology, clinical social work, counseling, or a curriculum related to the option(s) identified, and three years of post-Master's degree professional experience in a human service delivery setting, one of which included supervision of professionals in the option(s) identified; OR a Doctoral degree (Ph.D or Psy.D) from an accredited college or university in clinical psychology, clinical social work, counseling, or a curriculum related to the option(s) identified, and two years of experience as described above, one of which included supervision of professionals in the option(s) identified. Special Requirements A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Proof of a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. This position is required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Additional Position Criteria This position requires the incumbent to be licensed as or able to be licensed in the State of Nevada as a fully licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Clinical Professional Counselor. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment 1) Are you designated as an intern supervisor by the Nevada State Board of Social Workers or by the Nevada State Board of Marriage & Family therapist and Clinical Professional Counselors? 2) Describe your experience supervising staff/employees. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
MARIN COUNTY, CA
San Rafael, California, United States
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES : At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service. ABOUT THE POSITION SIGNING BONUS : New, full-time, regular hire Crisis Specialists (Associate or Licensed) are eligible to receive a $10,000 signing bonus which will be split into two equal payments - 50% at time of hire (i.e. first paycheck) and the remaining 50% at successful completion of their probationary period. This amount is prorated for regular hire part-time employees based on the employee’s FTE. If the new hire voluntarily separates prior to the completion of their probationary period, they will be required to reimburse the County for the amount of the signing bonus received. CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES : We have Crisis Specialist (associate or licensed) positions (Regular and Fixed-Term) available. Please read about the programs with vacancies below. MOBILE CRISIS CONTINUUM: T he Mobile Crisis Continuum unit encompasses the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) and the Transition and Outreach Team (TOT). These two teams work closely together. All clinicians, across programs, are trained and certified to initiate 5150 applications. Both teams are expected to cross-train and provide coverage as needed. The MCRT focus is on acute crisis intervention and the TOT focus is on short term, intensive case management and linkage for clients at risk of and/or coming out of a behavioral health crisis. MCRT: Duties include, but are not limited to, community-based intervention as part of a team of two responding to acute behavioral health crises. Duties as the clinician also includes answering and logging calls for service utilizing a standardized intake screening tool, providing consultation and recommendations as indicated, information and education, as well as provision of solo response to secure and/or safe locations. All calls for service are documented in the County’s designated Electronic Health Record (EHR). The youth focused positions may entail short-term case management, support, and linkage to services as well as collaboration with families, schools, and the foster system. With information derived from a clinical interview, nursing reports, case history, and collateral information the Crisis Specialist writes a semi-structured report, develops, and implements a brief treatment and safety plan for clients under their care. This may include making referrals to appropriate agencies and levels of care based on the assessment and level of acuity. The youth-focused positions will also be required to build relationships and outreach to all schools in the county from elementary age to Junior College.All MCRT roles require a significant degree of independence as well as the ability to collaborate with team members and community-based organizations, including schools, hospitals, law enforcement, and private therapists, independent clinics, and juvenile hall. The positions are shift-based including weekends and holidays. TOT: A safety net service and the duties include, but are not limited to, short term, intensive community-based case management alongside a Peer Support Specialist (PSS) with the focus on linkage to long term behavioral health services. The clinician and PSS work to identify barriers to connection and support the clients in overcoming those barriers. This team is also responsible for developing an in depth understanding of available resources in the county and utilize warm hand-offs to ensure continuity of care. This is a voluntary service and sometimes requires extended outreach and engagement.All positions will report to the Unit Supervisors assigned to the Mobile Crisis Continuum teams under the Forensic Mental Health Division. The positions are field/community-based and responsive to individuals presenting with behavioral health and substance-related crisis across Marin County. Current V acancies: MCRT : There are currently three (3) vacancies: One (1) regular ongoing 1.0 FTE (Daily 10 hour shifts four (4) days a week Wed - Sat PM 12pm-10pm); One (1) regular ongoing 0.5 FTE (Daily 10 hour shifts two (2) days a week Thur - Fri 10am-8pm); One (1) youth focused fulltime ** fixed term** position (Daily 8 hour shifts five (5) days a week Mon - Fri 8am-4pm - position ending on 6/30/2024). **The fixed term position is initially funded up to (06/30/2024) Please note, this position may end prior to (06/30/2024) if funding ceases or the work is complete. In addition, this position may continue after (06/30/2024) if funding is renewed or extended. Per PMR 48.2, fixed term employees are not subject to Reduction in Force rights at the completion of the term. TOT: There are currently no vacancies Please note: MCRT expanded to 24/7/365; effective January 1, 2024. At this time , shifts include an AM shift (7:00am-5:00pm), a Midday shift (10:00am-8:00pm), a PM shift (12:00pm-10:00pm), and a NOC (overnight) standby shift (9:30pm-7:30am). All positions hold the expectation to work nights and weekends as a part of MCRT expansion. Schedules are subject to change. We are currently starting all new Crisis Specialists (Associates) hires at the top step: $4,170 biweekly. We are currently starting all new Licensed Crisis Specialist hires at the top step: $4,438 biweekly. Depending on the assigned shift, you may receive one of the differentials below: Extra-hire = 15% PM/evening shift = 7.5% NOC/overnight shift = 15% Weekend shift = 10% Weekend PM/evening shift = 17.5% Weekend NOC/Overnight shift = 25% You must work a minimum of four (4) hours within the defined shift to qualify for the shift differential (consecutively, not concurrently) Highly Desirable: Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are highly desirable. Bilingual Testing/Certification: Please note if the successful candidate has bilingual skills, they must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to receiving differential pay. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered at that time to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements. ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: Our highly qualified candidate will have experience working with clients experiencing severe and persistent mental health challenges across all ages in crisis or emergent situations. They will be able to work well with a small team. The candidate will be able to organize their work effectively, as well as being able to document complex clinical information quickly, accurately, and concisely, and utilize this information to rapidly develop a treatment plan. The ideal candidate can provide a welcoming environment to even the most distraught client. The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic and assessment skills in addition to having the ability to work with and relay information to a wide-range of clients, families, and other professionals. In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience in de-escalating persons in high-stress and/or high anxiety situations to maintain the safety of clients and staff. We recognize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required Minimum Qualifications: EITHER possession of a Master's degree from an accredited institution in social work, psychology, counseling or a closely related field by first date of employment OR possession of a Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or a closely related field by first date of employment AND equivalent to one year of clinical behavioral health experience under qualified supervision in a behavioral health setting appropriate to the assignment. Certificates & Licenses Crisis Specialist From the first day of employment, an employee must be registered with the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist OR Associate Professional Clinical Counselor AND employees must successfully pass the licensing exam within six years from the date of employment. From the first date of employment, an employee who is an unlicensed Psychologist is required to be waiver-eligible AND must successfully pass the licensing exam within the five-year waiver period. Failure to obtain licensure within specified timelines will result in termination of employment. Incumbents must acquire the appropriate licensure before advancing to the Licensed Crisis Specialist. Licensed Crisis Specialist Must be professionally licensed by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor OR must be professionally licensed as a Clinical Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology. Qualified non-California residents must submit proof of license eligibility in California that meets the requirement of their prospective licensing board and be waiver eligible from the California Department of Health Care Services. Failure to obtain licensure within the specified timelines, and/or loss of State registration at any time, will result in termination of employment. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver’s license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County including review of a recent DMV history. At the time of the selection interview by the appointing authority, applicants will have to furnish a recent DMV driving record. IMPORTANT INFORMATION All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). 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. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 10, 2024
Full Time
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES : At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service. ABOUT THE POSITION SIGNING BONUS : New, full-time, regular hire Crisis Specialists (Associate or Licensed) are eligible to receive a $10,000 signing bonus which will be split into two equal payments - 50% at time of hire (i.e. first paycheck) and the remaining 50% at successful completion of their probationary period. This amount is prorated for regular hire part-time employees based on the employee’s FTE. If the new hire voluntarily separates prior to the completion of their probationary period, they will be required to reimburse the County for the amount of the signing bonus received. CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES : We have Crisis Specialist (associate or licensed) positions (Regular and Fixed-Term) available. Please read about the programs with vacancies below. MOBILE CRISIS CONTINUUM: T he Mobile Crisis Continuum unit encompasses the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) and the Transition and Outreach Team (TOT). These two teams work closely together. All clinicians, across programs, are trained and certified to initiate 5150 applications. Both teams are expected to cross-train and provide coverage as needed. The MCRT focus is on acute crisis intervention and the TOT focus is on short term, intensive case management and linkage for clients at risk of and/or coming out of a behavioral health crisis. MCRT: Duties include, but are not limited to, community-based intervention as part of a team of two responding to acute behavioral health crises. Duties as the clinician also includes answering and logging calls for service utilizing a standardized intake screening tool, providing consultation and recommendations as indicated, information and education, as well as provision of solo response to secure and/or safe locations. All calls for service are documented in the County’s designated Electronic Health Record (EHR). The youth focused positions may entail short-term case management, support, and linkage to services as well as collaboration with families, schools, and the foster system. With information derived from a clinical interview, nursing reports, case history, and collateral information the Crisis Specialist writes a semi-structured report, develops, and implements a brief treatment and safety plan for clients under their care. This may include making referrals to appropriate agencies and levels of care based on the assessment and level of acuity. The youth-focused positions will also be required to build relationships and outreach to all schools in the county from elementary age to Junior College.All MCRT roles require a significant degree of independence as well as the ability to collaborate with team members and community-based organizations, including schools, hospitals, law enforcement, and private therapists, independent clinics, and juvenile hall. The positions are shift-based including weekends and holidays. TOT: A safety net service and the duties include, but are not limited to, short term, intensive community-based case management alongside a Peer Support Specialist (PSS) with the focus on linkage to long term behavioral health services. The clinician and PSS work to identify barriers to connection and support the clients in overcoming those barriers. This team is also responsible for developing an in depth understanding of available resources in the county and utilize warm hand-offs to ensure continuity of care. This is a voluntary service and sometimes requires extended outreach and engagement.All positions will report to the Unit Supervisors assigned to the Mobile Crisis Continuum teams under the Forensic Mental Health Division. The positions are field/community-based and responsive to individuals presenting with behavioral health and substance-related crisis across Marin County. Current V acancies: MCRT : There are currently three (3) vacancies: One (1) regular ongoing 1.0 FTE (Daily 10 hour shifts four (4) days a week Wed - Sat PM 12pm-10pm); One (1) regular ongoing 0.5 FTE (Daily 10 hour shifts two (2) days a week Thur - Fri 10am-8pm); One (1) youth focused fulltime ** fixed term** position (Daily 8 hour shifts five (5) days a week Mon - Fri 8am-4pm - position ending on 6/30/2024). **The fixed term position is initially funded up to (06/30/2024) Please note, this position may end prior to (06/30/2024) if funding ceases or the work is complete. In addition, this position may continue after (06/30/2024) if funding is renewed or extended. Per PMR 48.2, fixed term employees are not subject to Reduction in Force rights at the completion of the term. TOT: There are currently no vacancies Please note: MCRT expanded to 24/7/365; effective January 1, 2024. At this time , shifts include an AM shift (7:00am-5:00pm), a Midday shift (10:00am-8:00pm), a PM shift (12:00pm-10:00pm), and a NOC (overnight) standby shift (9:30pm-7:30am). All positions hold the expectation to work nights and weekends as a part of MCRT expansion. Schedules are subject to change. We are currently starting all new Crisis Specialists (Associates) hires at the top step: $4,170 biweekly. We are currently starting all new Licensed Crisis Specialist hires at the top step: $4,438 biweekly. Depending on the assigned shift, you may receive one of the differentials below: Extra-hire = 15% PM/evening shift = 7.5% NOC/overnight shift = 15% Weekend shift = 10% Weekend PM/evening shift = 17.5% Weekend NOC/Overnight shift = 25% You must work a minimum of four (4) hours within the defined shift to qualify for the shift differential (consecutively, not concurrently) Highly Desirable: Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are highly desirable. Bilingual Testing/Certification: Please note if the successful candidate has bilingual skills, they must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to receiving differential pay. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered at that time to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements. ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: Our highly qualified candidate will have experience working with clients experiencing severe and persistent mental health challenges across all ages in crisis or emergent situations. They will be able to work well with a small team. The candidate will be able to organize their work effectively, as well as being able to document complex clinical information quickly, accurately, and concisely, and utilize this information to rapidly develop a treatment plan. The ideal candidate can provide a welcoming environment to even the most distraught client. The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic and assessment skills in addition to having the ability to work with and relay information to a wide-range of clients, families, and other professionals. In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience in de-escalating persons in high-stress and/or high anxiety situations to maintain the safety of clients and staff. We recognize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required Minimum Qualifications: EITHER possession of a Master's degree from an accredited institution in social work, psychology, counseling or a closely related field by first date of employment OR possession of a Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or a closely related field by first date of employment AND equivalent to one year of clinical behavioral health experience under qualified supervision in a behavioral health setting appropriate to the assignment. Certificates & Licenses Crisis Specialist From the first day of employment, an employee must be registered with the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist OR Associate Professional Clinical Counselor AND employees must successfully pass the licensing exam within six years from the date of employment. From the first date of employment, an employee who is an unlicensed Psychologist is required to be waiver-eligible AND must successfully pass the licensing exam within the five-year waiver period. Failure to obtain licensure within specified timelines will result in termination of employment. Incumbents must acquire the appropriate licensure before advancing to the Licensed Crisis Specialist. Licensed Crisis Specialist Must be professionally licensed by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor OR must be professionally licensed as a Clinical Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology. Qualified non-California residents must submit proof of license eligibility in California that meets the requirement of their prospective licensing board and be waiver eligible from the California Department of Health Care Services. Failure to obtain licensure within the specified timelines, and/or loss of State registration at any time, will result in termination of employment. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver’s license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County including review of a recent DMV history. At the time of the selection interview by the appointing authority, applicants will have to furnish a recent DMV driving record. IMPORTANT INFORMATION All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). 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. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
MARIN COUNTY, CA
San Rafael, California, United States
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES : At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service. ABOUT THE POSITION SIGNING BONUS : New, full-time, regular hire Crisis Specialists (Associate or Licensed) are eligible to receive a $10,000 signing bonus which will be split into two equal payments - 50% at time of hire (i.e. first paycheck) and the remaining 50% at successful completion of their probationary period. This amount is prorated for regular hire part-time employees based on the employee’s FTE. If the new hire voluntarily separates prior to the completion of their probationary period, they will be required to reimburse the County for the amount of the signing bonus received. CRISIS STABILIZATION UNIT : Vacancies: There are currently part-time and full-time positions on the overnight shift. There are multiple positions available on the overnight shift which may be filled at a 0.6 to 1.0 level based on business needs. 0.6 (24 hours a week) 0.8 (32 hours a week) 0.9 (36 hours a week) 1.0 (40 hours a week) The crisis specialists provide psychiatric assessment to clients in an outpatient Crisis Stabilization Unit, most of whom are held under W&I code 5150. The crisis specialist is responsible for assessing the mental status of clients, determining whether they meet criteria for involuntary observation and treatment (as a danger to self or others, or as gravely disabled). With information derived from a clinical interview, nursing report, case history, and collateral information the crisis specialist writes a semi-structured report, develops and then implements a treatment plan for clients under their care. Work Schedule: The anticipated schedule is for overnight shifts (11:30PM - 8AM). The positions require weekend overnight shifts. Shift differentials are paid for certain assignments. If the position includes the below shifts, the corresponding differentials are: Depending on the position, you may receive one of the differentials below: PM/evening shift = 7.5% NOC/overnight shift = 15% Weekend shift = 10% We are currently starting all new Crisis Specialists (Associates) hires at the top step: $4,170 biweekly. We are currently starting all new Licensed Crisis Specialist hires at the top step: $4,438 biweekly. You must work a minimum of four (4) hours within the defined shift to qualify for the shift differential. Highly Desirable: Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are highly desirable. Bilingual Testing/Certification: Please note if the successful candidate has bilingual skills, they must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to receiving differential pay. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered at that time to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements. ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: Our highly qualified candidate will have experience working with mentally ill clients across all ages in crisis or emergent situations. They will be able to work well with a small team. The candidate will be able to organize their work effectively, as well as being able to document complex clinical information quickly, accurately, and concisely, and utilize this information to rapidly develop a treatment plan. The ideal candidate can provide a welcoming environment to even the most distraught client. The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic and assessment skills in addition to having the ability to work with and relay information to a wide-range of clients, families, and other professionals. In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience in de-escalating persons in high-stress and/or high anxiety situations in order to maintain the safety of Patients and Staff on unit. We recognize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required Minimum Qualifications: EITHER possession of a Master's degree from an accredited institution in social work, psychology, counseling or a closely related field by first date of employment OR possession of a Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or a closely related field by first date of employment AND equivalent to one year of clinical behavioral health experience under qualified supervision in a behavioral health setting appropriate to the assignment. Certificates & Licenses Crisis Specialist From the first day of employment, an employee must be registered with the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist OR Associate Professional Clinical Counselor AND employees must successfully pass the licensing exam within six years from the date of employment. From the first date of employment, an employee who is an unlicensed Psychologist is required to be waiver-eligible AND must successfully pass the licensing exam within the five-year waiver period. Failure to obtain licensure within specified timelines will result in termination of employment. Incumbents must acquire the appropriate licensure before advancing to the Licensed Crisis Specialist. Licensed Crisis Specialist Must be professionally licensed by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor OR must be professionally licensed as a Clinical Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology. Qualified non-California residents must submit proof of license eligibility in California that meets the requirement of their prospective licensing board and be waiver eligible from the California Department of Health Care Services. Failure to obtain licensure within the specified timelines, and/or loss of State registration at any time, will result in termination of employment. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver’s license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County including review of a recent DMV history. At the time of the selection interview by the appointing authority, applicants will have to furnish a recent DMV driving record. IMPORTANT INFORMATION All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). 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. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 10, 2024
Full Time
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES : At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service. ABOUT THE POSITION SIGNING BONUS : New, full-time, regular hire Crisis Specialists (Associate or Licensed) are eligible to receive a $10,000 signing bonus which will be split into two equal payments - 50% at time of hire (i.e. first paycheck) and the remaining 50% at successful completion of their probationary period. This amount is prorated for regular hire part-time employees based on the employee’s FTE. If the new hire voluntarily separates prior to the completion of their probationary period, they will be required to reimburse the County for the amount of the signing bonus received. CRISIS STABILIZATION UNIT : Vacancies: There are currently part-time and full-time positions on the overnight shift. There are multiple positions available on the overnight shift which may be filled at a 0.6 to 1.0 level based on business needs. 0.6 (24 hours a week) 0.8 (32 hours a week) 0.9 (36 hours a week) 1.0 (40 hours a week) The crisis specialists provide psychiatric assessment to clients in an outpatient Crisis Stabilization Unit, most of whom are held under W&I code 5150. The crisis specialist is responsible for assessing the mental status of clients, determining whether they meet criteria for involuntary observation and treatment (as a danger to self or others, or as gravely disabled). With information derived from a clinical interview, nursing report, case history, and collateral information the crisis specialist writes a semi-structured report, develops and then implements a treatment plan for clients under their care. Work Schedule: The anticipated schedule is for overnight shifts (11:30PM - 8AM). The positions require weekend overnight shifts. Shift differentials are paid for certain assignments. If the position includes the below shifts, the corresponding differentials are: Depending on the position, you may receive one of the differentials below: PM/evening shift = 7.5% NOC/overnight shift = 15% Weekend shift = 10% We are currently starting all new Crisis Specialists (Associates) hires at the top step: $4,170 biweekly. We are currently starting all new Licensed Crisis Specialist hires at the top step: $4,438 biweekly. You must work a minimum of four (4) hours within the defined shift to qualify for the shift differential. Highly Desirable: Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are highly desirable. Bilingual Testing/Certification: Please note if the successful candidate has bilingual skills, they must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to receiving differential pay. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered at that time to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements. ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: Our highly qualified candidate will have experience working with mentally ill clients across all ages in crisis or emergent situations. They will be able to work well with a small team. The candidate will be able to organize their work effectively, as well as being able to document complex clinical information quickly, accurately, and concisely, and utilize this information to rapidly develop a treatment plan. The ideal candidate can provide a welcoming environment to even the most distraught client. The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic and assessment skills in addition to having the ability to work with and relay information to a wide-range of clients, families, and other professionals. In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience in de-escalating persons in high-stress and/or high anxiety situations in order to maintain the safety of Patients and Staff on unit. We recognize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required Minimum Qualifications: EITHER possession of a Master's degree from an accredited institution in social work, psychology, counseling or a closely related field by first date of employment OR possession of a Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or a closely related field by first date of employment AND equivalent to one year of clinical behavioral health experience under qualified supervision in a behavioral health setting appropriate to the assignment. Certificates & Licenses Crisis Specialist From the first day of employment, an employee must be registered with the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist OR Associate Professional Clinical Counselor AND employees must successfully pass the licensing exam within six years from the date of employment. From the first date of employment, an employee who is an unlicensed Psychologist is required to be waiver-eligible AND must successfully pass the licensing exam within the five-year waiver period. Failure to obtain licensure within specified timelines will result in termination of employment. Incumbents must acquire the appropriate licensure before advancing to the Licensed Crisis Specialist. Licensed Crisis Specialist Must be professionally licensed by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor OR must be professionally licensed as a Clinical Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology. Qualified non-California residents must submit proof of license eligibility in California that meets the requirement of their prospective licensing board and be waiver eligible from the California Department of Health Care Services. Failure to obtain licensure within the specified timelines, and/or loss of State registration at any time, will result in termination of employment. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver’s license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County including review of a recent DMV history. At the time of the selection interview by the appointing authority, applicants will have to furnish a recent DMV driving record. IMPORTANT INFORMATION All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). 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. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Pre-Licensed Psychologist* . Pre-Licensed Psychologists* work in a variety of programs providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in clinical, institutional, and community settings to adults and children with severe mental or emotional disorders. Pre-licensed clinicians obtain supervised clinical experience. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed Psychologist For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed Psychologist job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. DBH is also accepting applications for Licensed Psychologist I* and Licensed Psychologist II* . Please click on either job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application; submitting applications for multiple positions is in your best interest as they do not interfere with one another. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County Immediate vacancies exist in the following Department of Behavioral Health programs; please indicate your availability for referral to each program in the Supplemental Questionnaire. Assisted Outpatient Treatment Incumbents assigned to this program will be responsible for evaluating individuals referred for Assisted Outpatient Treatment based on criteria outlined in Laura’s Law pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Sections 5345-5349.5; developing declarations and drafting petitions to submit to Superior Court; and writing progress reports for those individuals ordered into Assisted Outpatient Treatment. Serious and Persistent Mentally Ill involved with the Court System (Forensics) Incumbents assigned to this program will be responsible for evaluating, facilitating, and providing direct care for justice-system involved adults. Pre-licensed therapists will be expected to assess adults upon referral for specialty mental health services under the provision and/or facilitation of Mental Health Court and Mental Health Diversion for adults that have been incarcerated or are at risk of being incarcerated. A majority of the face-to-face services are conducted within the clinic. Children and Youth Collaborative Services (CYCS) Incumbents assigned to this program will be responsible for evaluating, facilitating, and providing direct care for system involved children and youth. Examples of responsibilities include: assessing foster youth upon initial entry into foster care with subsequent facilitation and/or provision of needed services; completing Qualified Individual (QI) assessments for youth referred to residential placement; the provision and/or facilitation of intensive specialty mental health services for very high needs children and youth. A majority of face-to-face services are performed in the community. Community Clinic This position is located within a large community mental health clinic located in Ontario, CA working with a multi-disciplinary team to serve Serious and Persistent Mentally Ill (SPMI) adults, children, and youth with Serious Emotional Difficulties (SED). Examples of responsibilities include conducting assessments, collaboratively planning services, and administering direct services to individuals. A majority of face-to-face services are conducted within the clinic. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Compensation Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities or in the Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit at ARMC receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for such positions on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Waiver of Licensure: Pre-licensed Psychologists must be eligible for waiver of licensure under State laws and regulations and obtain the required Mental Health waiver prior to the commencement of employment. Pre-Licensed Psychologists must become licensed by the State of California within five (5) years of the original waiver or be terminated. Upon obtaining license, employees may be promoted to Licensed Psychologist I* ($6,184 - $8,945 monthly). Applicants from out of state: Who possess Ph.D./Psy.D. degrees, are not licensed in California, and who have not completed the requirements for California licensure, must be eligible for waiver of licensure under State laws and regulations and obtain the required Professional Licensing Waiver prior to the commencement of employment. Pre-Licensed Psychologists must become licensed by the State of California within five (5) years of the original waiver or be terminated unless they were previously licensed in another state. The California Department of Health Care Services may grant a waiver for those who were previously licensed in another state and considered license ready in CA according to the Board of Psychology criteria, for up to three (3) years. Applicants must have sufficient experience to gain admission to a licensing examination so that registration with the Board of Psychology is not required. Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant's ability to obtain waiver and obtain licensure within three (3) years of the date of the waiver. At the interview, all pre-licensed and license ready applicants will sign a Statement of Awareness of the Requirement to Obtain Licensure for Continued Employment. Minimum Requirements Degree : Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a doctorate degree in psychology, educational psychology, education with a field specialization in counseling psychology or educational psychology from an approved or accredited educational institution that meets the educational requirements for licensure. The doctoral program must have included 1500 hours of clinical internship. An employment start date will not be provided until the degree is received and a Professional Licensing Waiver is granted by the Department of Health Care Services. A copy of transcript is required upon appointment. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Crisis intervention/brief therapy with severely mentally ill adults/children. Quality assurance or utilization review activities. Managed care or insurance plans, such as, but not limited to, Kaiser, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) or Molina Healthcare. Performing clinical screening/assessment duties in a call center environment, including screening and resource referrals to care. Grievances, beneficiary rights and consumer complaints investigations and resolution. Intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Working with incarcerated individuals in correctional settings, such as institutions/locked detention facilities or with probationers/offenders recently released from a correctional setting. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Job Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents? Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Pre-Licensed Psychologist* . Pre-Licensed Psychologists* work in a variety of programs providing rehabilitative mental health/substance abuse services in clinical, institutional, and community settings to adults and children with severe mental or emotional disorders. Pre-licensed clinicians obtain supervised clinical experience. * Official Title: Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed Psychologist For additional details, please refer to the Clinical Therapist, Pre-Licensed Psychologist job description. Hear from current therapists about their experiences within the County below! The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service , integrity , accountability , and trust . DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget. DBH is also accepting applications for Licensed Psychologist I* and Licensed Psychologist II* . Please click on either job title to be redirected to the corresponding application. Each position requires its own application; submitting applications for multiple positions is in your best interest as they do not interfere with one another. Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County Immediate vacancies exist in the following Department of Behavioral Health programs; please indicate your availability for referral to each program in the Supplemental Questionnaire. Assisted Outpatient Treatment Incumbents assigned to this program will be responsible for evaluating individuals referred for Assisted Outpatient Treatment based on criteria outlined in Laura’s Law pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Sections 5345-5349.5; developing declarations and drafting petitions to submit to Superior Court; and writing progress reports for those individuals ordered into Assisted Outpatient Treatment. Serious and Persistent Mentally Ill involved with the Court System (Forensics) Incumbents assigned to this program will be responsible for evaluating, facilitating, and providing direct care for justice-system involved adults. Pre-licensed therapists will be expected to assess adults upon referral for specialty mental health services under the provision and/or facilitation of Mental Health Court and Mental Health Diversion for adults that have been incarcerated or are at risk of being incarcerated. A majority of the face-to-face services are conducted within the clinic. Children and Youth Collaborative Services (CYCS) Incumbents assigned to this program will be responsible for evaluating, facilitating, and providing direct care for system involved children and youth. Examples of responsibilities include: assessing foster youth upon initial entry into foster care with subsequent facilitation and/or provision of needed services; completing Qualified Individual (QI) assessments for youth referred to residential placement; the provision and/or facilitation of intensive specialty mental health services for very high needs children and youth. A majority of face-to-face services are performed in the community. Community Clinic This position is located within a large community mental health clinic located in Ontario, CA working with a multi-disciplinary team to serve Serious and Persistent Mentally Ill (SPMI) adults, children, and youth with Serious Emotional Difficulties (SED). Examples of responsibilities include conducting assessments, collaboratively planning services, and administering direct services to individuals. A majority of face-to-face services are conducted within the clinic. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check that will include fingerprint/DOJ LiveScan, DMV check, and medical exam. The m edical exam will include a drug and TB test. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Some positions may require additional background check processes dependent upon the work location. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Compensation Differential: Clinical therapists regularly assigned to work in detention facilities or in the Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit at ARMC receive additional compensation. Indicate your interest and availability for such positions on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Waiver of Licensure: Pre-licensed Psychologists must be eligible for waiver of licensure under State laws and regulations and obtain the required Mental Health waiver prior to the commencement of employment. Pre-Licensed Psychologists must become licensed by the State of California within five (5) years of the original waiver or be terminated. Upon obtaining license, employees may be promoted to Licensed Psychologist I* ($6,184 - $8,945 monthly). Applicants from out of state: Who possess Ph.D./Psy.D. degrees, are not licensed in California, and who have not completed the requirements for California licensure, must be eligible for waiver of licensure under State laws and regulations and obtain the required Professional Licensing Waiver prior to the commencement of employment. Pre-Licensed Psychologists must become licensed by the State of California within five (5) years of the original waiver or be terminated unless they were previously licensed in another state. The California Department of Health Care Services may grant a waiver for those who were previously licensed in another state and considered license ready in CA according to the Board of Psychology criteria, for up to three (3) years. Applicants must have sufficient experience to gain admission to a licensing examination so that registration with the Board of Psychology is not required. Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant's ability to obtain waiver and obtain licensure within three (3) years of the date of the waiver. At the interview, all pre-licensed and license ready applicants will sign a Statement of Awareness of the Requirement to Obtain Licensure for Continued Employment. Minimum Requirements Degree : Must have received or be within three (3) months of receiving a doctorate degree in psychology, educational psychology, education with a field specialization in counseling psychology or educational psychology from an approved or accredited educational institution that meets the educational requirements for licensure. The doctoral program must have included 1500 hours of clinical internship. An employment start date will not be provided until the degree is received and a Professional Licensing Waiver is granted by the Department of Health Care Services. A copy of transcript is required upon appointment. Desired Qualifications Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable: Government or private inpatient, psychiatric hospital or behavioral health clinics/programs/contract agencies, serving persistently mentally ill clients. Providing child/adolescent and family therapy. Crisis intervention/brief therapy with severely mentally ill adults/children. Quality assurance or utilization review activities. Managed care or insurance plans, such as, but not limited to, Kaiser, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) or Molina Healthcare. Performing clinical screening/assessment duties in a call center environment, including screening and resource referrals to care. Grievances, beneficiary rights and consumer complaints investigations and resolution. Intensive care coordination with physical health care providers for severely persistently mentally ill clients. Case management for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Coordinating care for individuals with co-occurring substance disorders. Transitional care coordination between inpatient and outpatient levels of care for medical complexity or severely persistently mentally ill adults and children. Working with incarcerated individuals in correctional settings, such as institutions/locked detention facilities or with probationers/offenders recently released from a correctional setting. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience , as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: S an Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous