Supervising Mental Health Worker

  • County of El Dorado
  • Placerville, California
  • Sep 13, 2024
Full Time Public Health
  • Salary: $55,203.20 - $67,100.80 Annually USD

Job Description

Description

COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY
The El Dorado County Health And Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. There are over 600 employees who are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION

The Health and Human Services Agency’s Behavioral Health Division is committed to the physical and mental health of the residents of El Dorado County. They provide a wide variety of services to the community, including mental health 24 hour crisis services, adult and children’s services, Substance Use Disorder Services, Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) programs, mental health first aid training, and much more!

THE OPPORTUNITY

This role is responsible for mental health services that include targeted case management, psychiatric emergency services, inpatient treatment, Day Rehabilitation services, outpatient mental health rehabilitation services, discharge planning and a variety of related support services. The selected candidate will also supervise and provide direction for assigned staff in programs offering direct services to mental health clients.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:
  • Direct, supervise, assign and evaluate the work of assigned technical and support staff.
  • Participate in the hiring and training of assigned staff; recommend discipline and other decisions.
  • Administer specified program area; and act as liaison in programmatic areas.
  • Prepare documentation, correspondence and other written materials related to program services; maintain and/or direct the maintenance of electronic or hardcopy records and files.
  • Provide direct services to mental health program clients in such areas as crisis intervention, case management, day treatment, individual and group mental health rehabilitation services.
  • Identify and utilize community resources; make appropriate referrals for client services.
  • Direct or personally perform group and individual mental health rehabilitation services and crisis intervention; assist clients with financial, living arrangement and other vocational issues.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here .

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations:

A combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying; however, education may not solely substitute for the required experience.

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social work, psychology, psychiatric nursing, or related field;

AND

Two (2) years of experience in mental health rehabilitation services in a mental health inpatient or outpatient setting, or related setting, that is equivalent to the County's classification of Mental Health Worker ll.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at rachel.wallick@edcgov.us.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

For more information on the recruitment process, click here.

Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Supervising Health Education Coordinator. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months.

We currently have the following vacancy:
  • One (1) full time vacancy in the Health and Human Services Agency, Behavioral Health Division, located in Placerville, CA.

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:
  • 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
  • 50 miles from Sacramento Airport
  • 129 miles to San Francisco

Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:
  • Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
  • Skiing and Snowboarding
  • Live Music and Music Festivals
  • Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
  • El Dorado County Fair
  • Placerville Speedway
  • Farm to Fork Restaurants
  • Local Shopping Gems
Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information.

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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • Discounts on gym memberships

For your Financial Future:
  • CalPERSRetirement
  • Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
  • Optional Life Insurance

For your Work/Life Balance:
  • Paid Holidays
  • Floating Holidays
  • Vacation and sick leave accruals

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

Closing Date/Time: 9/26/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Base Pay

55,203

Job Address

Placerville, California United States View Map