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CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER 2 - Requisition ID: [[id]] Posting Close Date: N/A Geographical Location: Las Vegas, Boulder City, Indian Springs, Jean, Henderson Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division: DHHS - PUBLIC AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Business Unit: HR-SO NEV ADULT MENTAL HEALTH Work Type: PERMANENT Pay Grade: GRADE 37 Salary Range: $55,958.40 - $83,394.72 Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: 775 684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Position Description Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health (SNAMHS) is recruiting for a Clinical Social Worker 2 at Rawson Neal Hospital, Las Vegas, Nevada. Clinical Social Workers perform client evaluations and assessments through interviews with families and friends and review of medical records including social, developmental, and medical history. Incumbents will perform crisis interventions; follow established protocols and policy in order to protect clients, staff, family, and others potentially at risk due to client behavior; recommend and complete documentation for voluntary and involuntary hospitalization. Duties include overseeing the delivery of professional services, responsibility for staff coverage, space and equipment needs, budget development and monitoring, developing policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, program guidelines, and agency policy. In addition, incumbents will participate in treatment planning and implementation by attending treatment team meetings, case conferences, or client sessions; report direct observations regarding client progress and recommend changes in the treatment plan as appropriate; evaluate necessary daily living skills and educational and vocational service needs; develop and coordinate treatment plans and implement interventions with clients in order to achieve treatment goals. Incumbents will also have knowledge on utilizing the recovery model and on ensuring compliance with CMS standards, as well as established laws, regulations, and SNAMHS policies. This is a full-time position that may include weekend and holiday shifts. Incumbents will be working an innovative variable schedule with overtime after 40 hours in a week. Positions allocated to this level perform the broad range of duties described in the series concept and consistent with the license requirements established by the Board of Examiners for Social Workers. To view the full class specification visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/10/10-151spc(4).pdf THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Minimum Qualifications Licensure as a Clinical Social Worker by the Board of Examiners for Social Workers. 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. Special Requirements A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. Nearest Major Market: Las Vegas

Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division: DHHS - PUBLIC AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Business Unit: HR-FAC FOR MENTAL OFFENDER Work Type: PERMANENT Salary Range: $55,958.40 - $83,394.72 Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: 775 684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Position Description Clinical Social Workers provide clinical services to clients/inmates in a residential, home, inpatient, outpatient, rehabilitation, correctional or similar setting. Lake's Crossing Center (LCC), a maximum-security forensic facility/psychiatric hospital for mentally disordered offenders, located in Sparks, Nevada is recruiting for two Clinical Social Worker 2 positions. LCC's primary focus of treatment is to provide competency evaluation and restoration for court ordered clients. LCC also provides treatment and monitors clients who are adjudicated as not guilty by reason of insanity and non-restorable clients, who are committed to LCC by the courts. Duties include participating on a multidisciplinary treatment team, conducting psycho-educational groups, completing social history assessments, treatment planning, discharge planning, coordinating and communicating with the courts and officers of the courts, and completing competency evaluations regarding misdemeanor level charges for both inpatient and outpatient clients. The environment requires a high level of security awareness as well as the physical stamina or ability to deal with maladaptive and aggressive clients. Hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday. However, depending on the needs of the agency hours may vary and include on-call evenings and weekend shifts. The State of Nevada provides an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), yearly accrual of 15 days of annual and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays. Nevada does not have a state income tax and state employees do not contribute to social security. Minimum Qualifications Licensure as a Clinical Social Worker by the Board of Examiners for Social Workers. 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. Special Requirements Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. Nearest Major Market: Reno Nearest Secondary Market: Tahoe

Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division: DHHS - DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES Business Unit: HR-SO NEV CHILD & ADLSCNT SVCS Work Type: PERMANENT Pay Grade: GRADE 37 Salary Range: $55,958.40 - $83,394.72 Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: 775 684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Position Description The Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is recruiting is for a Clinical Social Worker 2 in Las Vegas, Nevada. This position floats between the Early Childhood Mental Health Services Unit which provides clinical and targeted case management services to children from birth to age eight and their families with mental health and/or behavioral health issues and the Children's Clinical Services Unit, providing the same services to children ages six to 18. Incumbent is responsible for performing evaluations and assessments to include diagnosis and severe emotional disturbance determinations through interviews with youth and families and the review of medical records including social, developmental, and medical history; determining strengths, presenting problems, resources, and eligibility for applicable programs and services; and identify appropriate interventions. This selected candidate will provide individual, family, and group therapy or intervention sessions with youth by applying a variety of therapeutic techniques, to include crisis intervention and risk assessment, in order to effect change in youth behavior; determine the duration and appropriate method of therapy or intervention; establish priorities to manage problems; identify and implement changes in the treatment process as determined by youth and families; develop and implement discharge and aftercare plans; provide information to youth and families regarding available resources to achieve treatment goals and facilitate youth return to the least restrictive environment possible; and act as an advocate through interactions with external agencies and organizations such as the courts, welfare, school, juvenile justice, parole and probation, and related social service agencies and community organizations. The State of Nevada and DCFS offer an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state, or social security tax! To view the full class specification visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/10/10-151spc(4).pdf Minimum Qualifications Licensure as a Clinical Social Worker by the Board of Examiners for Social Workers. 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. Special Requirements A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. Nearest Major Market: Las Vegas

Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division: DHHS - PUBLIC AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Business Unit: HR-NNV ADULT MENTAL HEALTH SVC Work Type: PERMANENT Pay Grade: GRADE 37 Salary Range: $55,958.40 - $83,394.72 Fulltime/Parttime: Full Time Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: 775 684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Position Description Clinical Social Workers provide clinical services to clients/inmates in a residential, home, inpatient, outpatient, rehabilitation, correctional or similar setting. This Clinical Social Worker 2 is located with Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (NNAMHS) at Dini-Townsend Hospital in Sparks, Nevada. Designated shift is Monday through Friday, but incumbents may share the responsibility of covering weekends and holidays. Incumbents require a working knowledge of theories and principles of individual and group psychotherapy; familiarity with symptoms, characteristics, and treatment of mental illness, substance abuse, emotional and behavioral disorders; knowledge of crisis intervention techniques, case management practices and procedures, psycho-diagnostic techniques, and laws governing abuse and neglect. Responsibilities will include assessing, developing, and implementing individualized treatment plans and goals; writing comprehensive evaluations, reports, and recommendations; conducting risk assessments, and demonstrating competency within the civil court process; actively participating on an interdisciplinary treatment team; and coordinating community services for patients while assuming the ultimate responsibility for discharge planning. Clinical Social Workers must demonstrate strong writing skills, be effective communicators, exercise the highest of ethical standards, practice effective time management, and demonstrate multi-tasking capability and flexibility. With emphasis on the recovery model, patient care is delivered through an interdisciplinary team approach with teamwork being a must. To view full class specification visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/10/10-151spc(4).pdf Minimum Qualifications Licensure as a Clinical Social Worker by the Board of Examiners for Social Workers. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application and resume evaluation. It is essential that applications/resumes 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. Special Requirements Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items. Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. Nearest Major Market: Reno Nearest Secondary Market: Tahoe

Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division: DHHS - DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES Business Unit: HR-NO NEV CHILD & ADLSCNT SVCS Work Type: PERMANENT Pay Grade: GRADE 35 Salary Range: $51,281.28 - $76,170.24 Fulltime/Parttime: Full Time Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: 775 684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Position Description Clinical Social Workers provide clinical services to clients/inmates in a residential, home, inpatient, outpatient, rehabilitation, correctional or similar setting. The Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is recruiting for a Clinical Social Worker 1 within the Early Childhood Mental Health Services Unit in Reno, Nevada. This recruitment may be used to underfill a Clinical Social Worker 2 position. Progression to the next level in the series may occur after meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with the endorsement of the appointing authority. Incumbents receive training and gain experience while working toward licensure by the Board of Examiners for Social Work. Responsibilities include performing client/inmate evaluations and assessments through interviews with client/inmate, families, and friends; reviewing medical records such as social, developmental, and medical history; determining strengths, presenting problems, resources, and eligibility for applicable programs and services; identifying appropriate interventions; performing crisis interventions including client/inmate restraint or appropriate behavioral and environmental controls for clients/inmates who may be hostile, combative, aggressive, or assaultive; following established protocols and policy in order to protect clients/inmates, staff, family, and others potentially at risk due to client/inmate behavior; and recommending and completing documentation for voluntary and involuntary hospitalization. DCFS offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and sick leave each year, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state, or social security tax! DCFS, together in partnership with families, communities, and other governmental agencies, provides support and services to assist Nevada's children and families in reaching their full human potential. DCFS has vision of safe, healthy, and thriving children. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-10_0/ Minimum Qualifications Master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work and an internship approved by the Board of Examiners for Social Workers. Special Requirements A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for fingerprinting. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. Nearest Major Market: Reno Nearest Secondary Market: Tahoe

Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division: DHHS - PUBLIC AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Business Unit: HR-NNV ADULT MENTAL HEALTH SVC Work Type: PERMANENT Pay Grade: GRADE 35 Salary Range: $51,281.28 - $76,170.24 Fulltime/Parttime: Full Time Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: 775 684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Position Description Clinical Social Workers provide clinical services to clients/inmates in a residential, home, inpatient, outpatient, rehabilitation, correctional or similar setting. This Clinical Social Worker 1 is located with Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (NNAMHS) at Dini-Townsend Hospital in Sparks, Nevada. This recruitment may be used to underfill a Clinical Social Worker 2 position. Progression to the next level in the series may occur after meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with endorsement of the appointing authority. Designated shift is Monday through Friday, but incumbents may share the responsibility of covering weekends and holidays. Incumbents require a working knowledge of theories and principles of individual and group psychotherapy; familiarity with symptoms, characteristics, and treatment of mental illness, substance abuse, emotional and behavioral disorders; knowledge of crisis intervention techniques, case management practices and procedures, psycho-diagnostic techniques, and laws governing abuse and neglect. . Responsibilities will include assessing, developing, and implementing individualized treatment plans and goals; writing comprehensive evaluations, reports, and recommendations; conducting risk assessments, and demonstrating competency within the civil court process; actively participating on an interdisciplinary treatment team; and coordinating community services for patients while assuming the ultimate responsibility for discharge planning. Clinical Social Workers must demonstrate strong writing skills, be effective communicators, exercise the highest of ethical standards, practice effective time management, and demonstrate multi-tasking capability and flexibility. With emphasis on the recovery model, patient care is delivered through an interdisciplinary team approach with teamwork being a must. To view full class specification visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/10/10-151spc(4).pdf Minimum Qualifications Master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work and an internship approved by the Board of Examiners for Social Workers. 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. Special Requirements A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for fingerprinting. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. Nearest Major Market: Reno Nearest Secondary Market: Tahoe

Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division: DHHS - PUBLIC AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Business Unit: HR-NNV ADULT MENTAL HEALTH SVC Work Type: PERMANENT Pay Grade: GRADE 35 Salary Range: $51,281.28 - $76,170.24 Fulltime/Parttime: Full Time Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: 775 684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Position Description Clinical Social Workers provide clinical services to clients/inmates in a residential, home, inpatient, outpatient, rehabilitation, correctional or similar setting. This Clinical Social Worker 1 is located with Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (NNAMHS) at Dini-Townsend Hospital in Sparks, Nevada. This recruitment may be used to underfill a Clinical Social Worker 2 position. Progression to the next level in the series may occur after meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with endorsement of the appointing authority. Designated shift is Monday through Friday, but incumbents may share the responsibility of covering weekends and holidays. Incumbents require a working knowledge of theories and principles of individual and group psychotherapy; familiarity with symptoms, characteristics, and treatment of mental illness, substance abuse, emotional and behavioral disorders; knowledge of crisis intervention techniques, case management practices and procedures, psycho-diagnostic techniques, and laws governing abuse and neglect. . Responsibilities will include assessing, developing, and implementing individualized treatment plans and goals; writing comprehensive evaluations, reports, and recommendations; conducting risk assessments, and demonstrating competency within the civil court process; actively participating on an interdisciplinary treatment team; and coordinating community services for patients while assuming the ultimate responsibility for discharge planning. Clinical Social Workers must demonstrate strong writing skills, be effective communicators, exercise the highest of ethical standards, practice effective time management, and demonstrate multi-tasking capability and flexibility. With emphasis on the recovery model, patient care is delivered through an interdisciplinary team approach with teamwork being a must. To view full class specification visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/10/10-151spc(4).pdf Minimum Qualifications Master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work and an internship approved by the Board of Examiners for Social Workers. Special Requirements A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for fingerprinting. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. Nearest Major Market: Reno Nearest Secondary Market: Tahoe

Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division: DHHS - PUBLIC AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Business Unit: HR-SO NEV ADULT MENTAL HEALTH Work Type: PERMANENT Pay Grade: GRADE 35 Salary Range: $51,281.28 - $76,170.24 Fulltime/Parttime: Full Time Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: 775 684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Position Description Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health (SNAMHS) is recruiting for a Clinical Social Worker 1 at Rawson Neal Hospital, Las Vegas, Nevada. This recruitment maybe used to underfill a Clinical Social Worker 2. Incumbents receive training and gain experience while working toward licensure by the Board of Examiners for Social Work. Progression to the next level in the series may occur after meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with endorsement of the appointing authority. Clinical Social Workers perform client evaluations and assessments through interviews with families and friends and review of medical records including social, developmental, and medical history. Incumbents will perform crisis interventions; follow established protocols and policy in order to protect clients, staff, family, and others potentially at risk due to client behavior; recommend and complete documentation for voluntary and involuntary hospitalization. Duties include overseeing the delivery of professional services, responsibility for staff coverage, space and equipment needs, budget development and monitoring, developing policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, program guidelines, and agency policy. This is a full-time position that may include weekend and holiday shifts. Incumbents will be working an innovative variable schedule with overtime after 40 hours in a week. Positions at this level receive direct supervision while performing all or part of the duties described in the series concept. To view the full class specification visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/10/10-151spc(4).pdf Minimum Qualifications Master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work and an internship approved by the Board of Examiners for Social Workers. Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application and resume evaluation. It is essential that applications/resumes 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. Special Requirements A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for fingerprinting. A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. Nearest Major Market: Las Vegas

Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division: DHHS - AGING AND DISABILITY SERVICES DIVISION Business Unit: HR-ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES Work Type: PERMANENT Pay Grade: GRADE 34 Salary Range: $49,151.52 - $72,871.20 Fulltime/Parttime: Full Time Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: 775 684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Position Description Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is recruiting for multiple Social Worker 2 positions. These vacancies are located within Adult Protective Services Unit (APS) and Community Based Care Unit (CBC) in Las Vegas, Reno, Carson City, and Elko Nevada. Social Workers are licensed professionals who provide case management services to children, families, the elderly, and other individuals within local communities and institutions. The Social Workers will be responsible for investigating reports of abuse, neglect, exploitation, abandonment, and isolation of vulnerable adults 18-59 years of age and elders 60 and above. Through investigation within the community and long-term care facilities within the State of Nevada incumbents are responsible for providing or arranging for services to alleviate and prevent further maltreatment while safeguarding clients' civil liberties. ADSD provides an atmosphere of innovative thinking, teamwork, friendly co-workers, and provides a positive working environment. The mission of ADSD is to provide leadership and advocacy in the planning, development, and delivery of a high quality, comprehensive support service system across the lifespan to allow all of Nevada's elders, children, and adults with disabilities or special health care needs, to live independent, meaningful, and dignified lives to the greatest extent possible. Under direction, incumbents perform the full range of duties described in the series concept at the journey level. To view the full class specification visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/12/12-345spc(2).pdf Minimum Qualifications Licensure or provisional licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Independent Social Worker or Associate in Social Work and one year of professional experience providing case management in a social work setting equivalent to a Social Worker I in Nevada State service. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application and resume evaluation. It is essential that applications/resumes 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. Special Requirements A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Licensure or provisional licensure by the State of Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Independent Social Worker, or Associate in Social Work is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of employment. This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. Nearest Major Market: Las Vegas

This examination is being given to two full-timepositionsinSan Joaquin General Hospital's Case Management Departmentand to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. This recruitment will also be used to fill several part-timevacancies and create a referral pool for future part-time positions. 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 Interviews patients and relatives to collect and compile extensive social case histories for use by medical staff in diagnosis and determination of treatment and for use by social service personnel. Participates in diagnostic and technical staff conferences with other disciplines for treatment planning; interprets recommendations to patients and families. Implements intensive social work treatment with individuals, families and/or groups; may participate in collaborative treatment with professional members of other disciplines or other agencies. Makes pre-release evaluations; evaluates suitability of environment to which the patient will be released; assists patients in adjustment to new situations. Acts as liaison among the patient, hospital, family, and community agencies; interprets patient's needs and problems; assists patients in adjustment to new situations. Participates in training programs, including the teaching of social diagnosis and treatment methods, conducted for public and private community and social agencies. May provide consultation to other disciplines regarding case histories, patient's progress, plans for patient rehabilitation and related casework activities. Maintains records; prepares reports; writes correspondence. Participates in in-service training programs; may attend seminars or participate in coursework in order to develop and/or maintain professional skills. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. Education : Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work. Experience : One year of post MSW social casework experience. License : Possession of a valid California license as a Clinical Social Worker. Possession of a valid California driver's license. KNOWLEDGE Principles, practices and techniques of social casework; social and psychological aspects of physical and mental illnesses and current modern methods of treatment; social work placement methods and practices; values and standards of other health care professionals. ABILITY Establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with patients, families, physicians, social agencies, and others; prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive social casework records; analyze data and make appropriate conclusions; recognize and differentiate psychological and social problems within the individual; select interventions appropriate to patient'' problem; summarize and describe patient's problems to other health professionals. 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 . 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 bySEIU 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 orranks 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 fillingnine 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 currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 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: Open Until Filled

DEFINITION: Performs professional social work services in connection with the treatment of clients in need of mental health services. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are assigned to psychiatric hospital wards, outpatient mental health clinics, and specialized mental health treatment programs. Under the closesupervision of a higher level psychiatric social workerposition, a supervisory mental health position, or a psychiatrist, positions in this class perform psychotherapy and clinical case management with clients, families, and significant others to help resolve or find solutions to mental health related problems. Incumbents of these positions receive technical guidance and consultation to increase their skills in developing culturally and age appropriate psychosocial and emotional assessments, in formulating differential diagnosesand effective treatment plans, in applying the appropriate psychotherapeutic methods, and in implementing Client Care Coordination Plans (CCCP) to provide appropriate intervention for a wide range of mental health related problems. Duties and responsibilities require the application of professional skills and knowledge pertaining to the principles, practices, and theory of psychiatric social work. The Psychiatric Social Worker I is distinguished from Psychiatric Social Worker II in that the latter performs at the full professional level and may provide technical direction and guidance to the Psychiatric Social Worker I. Essential Job Functions Interviews individuals, their familiesand/or significant others to obtain a family, social, employment, medical, substance abuse, and mental health treatment history. Assesses client's functioning in his/her environmental setting. Develops a tentative CCCPdesigned to resolve or cope with the mental or emotional problem, which may include individual, group, family or marital counseling, case management, and/or referral to another treatment source such as a psychiatrist, a psychologist, a vocational or rehabilitation counselor, or another agency. Plans and conducts the client's therapy program under the guidance of supervisory staff by considering the client'streatment goal and by determining the priorities of the programs to be dealt with and the length and modality of therapy. Provides psychotherapy to individuals, groups, families , and significant others. Provides case management services to secure resources for clients, families, and significant others in order to achieve treatment goals. Serves as a member of a mental health emergency intervention team and/or joint law enforcement/mental health emergency intervention team by evaluatingthe behavior of persons to determine if they are, as a result of a mental disorder, dangerous to themselves, others, or gravely disabled. Requests LPS-authorized persons to complete an application forimmediate 72-hour detention at a hospital facility. Interviews persons seeking psychiatric assistance on an emergency basis and utilizes crisis intervention techniques to prevent hospitalization and to aid the person in dealing with the emotional crisis. Assists clients, families, and significant others by discussing their reactions and attitudes concerning mental health problems and co-occurring substance abuse disorders; explains need for treatment; and encourages all concerned parties to work together cooperatively to resolve the problem and minimize the stresses that impact social functioning. Works with families and significant others toward gaining their acceptance of and participation in treatment recommendations. Participates in multi-disciplinary team conferences to discuss and evaluate the nature of the client's problem, to evaluate the client's progress, and to develop a CCCP. May participate in research to increase knowledge of mental health problems and to improve therapeutic treatment methods. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: A Master's degree* from an accredited** School of Social Work, including supervised field work experience in psychiatric social work and either a Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (DMH) Stipend or a CalSWEC Mental Health Program Stipend***. LICENSE: A valid and active Associate Clinical Social Worker registrationissued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. Master of Social Work graduates must become registered as an Associate Clinical Social Worker with the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences within sixty (60) days from commencement of employment with the County of Los Angeles. Active and valid Associate Clinical Social Worker registration must be maintained continuously until successful completion of the examination process for licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Registered Associate Clinical Social Workers must obtain licensure within six (6) years from the original date of registration with the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. Failure to obtain licensure within the aforementioned timeframes may result in termination. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION ***Stipend Status : Verification of applicant's Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Stipend status will be verified through the school's Registrar's Office by the Recruitment/Examinations Section. CalSWEC Stipend Recipients must provide a copy of their Stipend Contracts or an official letter from their school of Social Work verifying their stipend status at the time of filing. *Withhold Status: Applicants who expect to receive their Master's degree within six (6) months of filing an application may compete in the examination, and if successful, will be withheld from certification for employment until original documentation of successful completion of the required education is received. Applicants must attach proof (original or photocopy of an original) of their college transcripts or degree indicating the field of study from an accredited college or university, or a letter with the Registrar's signature on school letterhead with school seal indicating a planned graduation date within 6 months to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light. Additional Information TRANSCRIPTS: In order to receive credit for any college coursework, or any type of college degree, such as a master degree or higher, you must provide a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts or official letter from the accredited* institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing. ACCREDITATION INFORMATION: **Accreditation: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, holidays or weekends. Past and present mental health clients and family members are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training, experience and desirable qualifications based upon application information weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed in the eligible register. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Mental Health. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Application and Filing Information All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application online only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes may be uploaded as attachments to the applications. This examination will remain open until the need of the services are met, and is subject to closure without prior notice. You MUST complete the filing process ONLINE (via electronic submission) ONLY. Instructions for Filing: A standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application for this examination must be completed online and submitted electronically. Applications electronically received after 5:00 pm, PST on the last day of filing will not be accepted. APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THEIR JOB APPLICATIONS AND UPLOAD REQUIRED OR ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (e.g.,diploma/official transcripts, license) AS ATTACHMENT(S) AT THE TIME OF FILING. Additional documents may be sent by email to exams@dmh.lacounty.gov , please include exam number and exam title in the subject line. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Please be sure your application indicates complete information, including dates for education and jobs held which relate to this position. For each job held, give the name and addresses of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part-time) and salary earned. Resumes showing training and experience may be attached to the Los Angeles County Application. All information and records are subject to verification. Falsification of records can result in disqualification from the examination or termination of employment. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Department Contact Name: Lola Sacks Department Contact Phone: (323) 705-4072 or (213) 972-7034 Department Contact Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Closing Date/Time:

PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORKER I/ SPANISH SPEAKING DEFINITION: Performs professional social work services in connection with the treatment of clients in need of mental health services. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are assigned to psychiatric hospital wards, outpatient mental health clinics, and specialized mental health treatment programs. Under the closesupervision of a higher level psychiatric social workerposition, a supervisory mental health position, or a psychiatrist, positions in this class perform psychotherapy and clinical case management with clients, families, and significant others to help resolve or find solutions to mental health related problems. Incumbents of these positions receive technical guidance and consultation to increase their skills in developing culturally and age appropriate psychosocial and emotional assessments, in formulating differential diagnosesand effective treatment plans, in applying the appropriate psychotherapeutic methods, and in implementing Client Care Coordination Plans (CCCP) to provide appropriate intervention for a wide range of mental health related problems. Duties and responsibilities require the application of professional skills and knowledge pertaining to the principles, practices, and theory of psychiatric social work. The Psychiatric Social Worker I is distinguished from Psychiatric Social Worker II in that the latter performs at the full professional level and may provide technical direction and guidance to the Psychiatric Social Worker I. Essential Job Functions Interviews individuals, their familiesand/or significant others to obtain a family, social, employment, medical, substance abuse, and mental health treatment history. Assesses client's functioning in his/her environmental setting. Develops a tentative CCCPdesigned to resolve or cope with the mental or emotional problem, which may include individual, group, family or marital counseling, case management, and/or referral to another treatment source such as a psychiatrist, a psychologist, a vocational or rehabilitation counselor, or another agency. Plans and conducts the client's therapy program under the guidance of supervisory staff by considering the client'streatment goal and by determining the priorities of the programs to be dealt with and the length and modality of therapy. Provides psychotherapy to individuals, groups, families , and significant others. Provides case management services to secure resources for clients, families, and significant others in order to achieve treatment goals. Serves as a member of a mental health emergency intervention team and/or joint law enforcement/mental health emergency intervention team by evaluatingthe behavior of persons to determine if they are, as a result of a mental disorder, dangerous to themselves, others, or gravely disabled. Requests LPS-authorized persons to complete an application forimmediate 72-hour detention at a hospital facility. Interviews persons seeking psychiatric assistance on an emergency basis and utilizes crisis intervention techniques to prevent hospitalization and to aid the person in dealing with the emotional crisis. Assists clients, families, and significant others by discussing their reactions and attitudes concerning mental health problems and co-occurring substance abuse disorders; explains need for treatment; and encourages all concerned parties to work together cooperatively to resolve the problem and minimize the stresses that impact social functioning. Works with families and significant others toward gaining their acceptance of and participation in treatment recommendations. Participates in multi-disciplinary team conferences to discuss and evaluate the nature of the client's problem, to evaluate the client's progress, and to develop a CCCP. May participate in research to increase knowledge of mental health problems and to improve therapeutic treatment methods. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: A Master's degree* from an accredited** School of Social Work. LICENSE: A valid and active Associate Clinical Social Worker registrationissued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. Master of Social Work graduates must become registered as an Associate Clinical Social Worker with the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences within sixty (60) days from commencement of employment with the County of Los Angeles. Active and valid Associate Clinical Social Worker registration must be maintained continuously until successful completion of the examination process for licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Registered Associate Clinical Social Workers must obtain licensure within six (6) years from the original date of registration with the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. Failure to obtain licensure within the aforementioned timeframes may result in termination. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Withhold Information : Candidates who expect to complete the education requirement by the end of the current semester or quarter may compete in the examination process, however, successful candidates will not be placed on the eligible register until proof of graduation is submitted. Proof of graduation consists of the following documents that identify your name and degree: (1) Copy of official transcripts and college degree or (2) Letter from the Dean of Social Work on school letterhead indicating that all the requirements for graduation have been met and a degree has been conferred. Candidates who expect to complete the education requirement by the end of the current semester or quarter must submit, at the time of filing, a letter of intent to graduate from the school's registrar's office. Transcripts: In order to receive credit for any college coursework or any type of college degree such as master's degree, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the areas of specialization, at the time of filing. Bilingual Certificate: Please provide bilingual certificate issued by the County of Los Angeles indicating proficiency in reading, speaking and writing Spanish. If you do not possess a certificate the Exams Analyst will schedule the bilingual examination. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS MSW concentration in Mental Health. Post-degree experience, within the last six years, in individual, group, or family psychotherapy assessments in a local government mental health agency. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light. Additional Information ACCREDITATION INFORMATION: **Accreditation: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, holidays or weekends. Past and present mental health clients and family members are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training, experience and desirable qualifications based upon application information weighted 100% and a qualifying Spanish/English proficiency test. The proficiency test will consist of speaking, reading and writing. Candidates possessing a valid Los Angeles County Language Proficiency certificate MUST attach a copy of the certificate to their application at the time of filing. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the evaluation of training and experience and a minimum qualifying score on the language proficiency test in order to be placed on the eligible register. Bilingual Certificate : If you do not currently possess a bilingual certificate issued by the County of Los Angeles indicating you are proficient in reading, speaking and writing Spanish, the Exams Analyst will schedule you for an exam. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Mental Health. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Application and Filing Information All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application online only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes may be uploaded as attachments to the applications. This examination will remain open until the need of the services are met, and is subject to closure without prior notice. You MUST complete the filing process ONLINE (via electronic submission) ONLY. Instructions for Filing: A standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application for this examination must be completed online and submitted electronically. Applications electronically received after 5:00 pm, PST on the last day of filing will not be accepted. APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THEIR JOB APPLICATIONS AND UPLOAD REQUIRED OR ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (e.g.,diploma/official transcripts, license) AS ATTACHMENT(S) AT THE TIME OF FILING. Additional documents may be sent by emailed to exams@dmh.lacounty.gov , please include exam number and exam title in the subject line. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Please be sure your application indicates complete information, including dates for education and jobs held which relate to this position. For each job held, give the name and addresses of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part-time) and salary earned. Resumes showing training and experience may be attached to the Los Angeles County Application. All information and records are subject to verification. Falsification of records can result in disqualification from the examination or termination of employment. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Department Contact Name: Heleodora "Lola" Sacks Department Contact Phone: (213) 972-7034 Department Contact Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Closing Date/Time:

DEFINITION: Performs professional social work services in connection with the treatment of clients in need of mental health services. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are assigned to psychiatric hospital wards, outpatient mental health clinics, and specialized mental health treatment programs. Under the closesupervision of a higher level psychiatric social workerposition, a supervisory mental health position, or a psychiatrist, positions in this class perform psychotherapy and clinical case management with clients, families, and significant others to help resolve or find solutions to mental health related problems. Incumbents of these positions receive technical guidance and consultation to increase their skills in developing culturally and age appropriate psychosocial and emotional assessments, in formulating differential diagnosesand effective treatment plans, in applying the appropriate psychotherapeutic methods, and in implementing Client Care Coordination Plans (CCCP) to provide appropriate intervention for a wide range of mental health related problems. Duties and responsibilities require the application of professional skills and knowledge pertaining to the principles, practices, and theory of psychiatric social work. The Psychiatric Social Worker I is distinguished from Psychiatric Social Worker II in that the latter performs at the full professional level and may provide technical direction and guidance to the Psychiatric Social Worker I. Essential Job Functions Interviews individuals, their familiesand/or significant others to obtain a family, social, employment, medical, substance abuse, and mental health treatment history. Assesses client's functioning in his/her environmental setting. Develops a tentative CCCPdesigned to resolve or cope with the mental or emotional problem, which may include individual, group, family or marital counseling, case management, and/or referral to another treatment source such as a psychiatrist, a psychologist, a vocational or rehabilitation counselor, or another agency. Plans and conducts the client's therapy program under the guidance of supervisory staff by considering the client'streatment goal and by determining the priorities of the programs to be dealt with and the length and modality of therapy. Provides psychotherapy to individuals, groups, families , and significant others. Provides case management services to secure resources for clients, families, and significant others in order to achieve treatment goals. Serves as a member of a mental health emergency intervention team and/or joint law enforcement/mental health emergency intervention team by evaluatingthe behavior of persons to determine if they are, as a result of a mental disorder, dangerous to themselves, others, or gravely disabled. Requests LPS-authorized persons to complete an application forimmediate 72-hour detention at a hospital facility. Interviews persons seeking psychiatric assistance on an emergency basis and utilizes crisis intervention techniques to prevent hospitalization and to aid the person in dealing with the emotional crisis. Assists clients, families, and significant others by discussing their reactions and attitudes concerning mental health problems and co-occurring substance abuse disorders; explains need for treatment; and encourages all concerned parties to work together cooperatively to resolve the problem and minimize the stresses that impact social functioning. Works with families and significant others toward gaining their acceptance of and participation in treatment recommendations. Participates in multi-disciplinary team conferences to discuss and evaluate the nature of the client's problem, to evaluate the client's progress, and to develop a CCCP. May participate in research to increase knowledge of mental health problems and to improve therapeutic treatment methods. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: A Master's degree* from an accredited** School of Social Work. LICENSE: A valid and active Associate Clinical Social Worker registrationissued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. Master of Social Work graduates must become registered as an Associate Clinical Social Worker with the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences within sixty (60) days from commencement of employment with the County of Los Angeles. Active and valid Associate Clinical Social Worker registration must be maintained continuously until successful completion of the examination process for licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Registered Associate Clinical Social Workers must obtain licensure within six (6) years from the original date of registration with the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Behavioral Sciences. Failure to obtain licensure within the aforementioned timeframes may result in termination. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: MSW concentration in Mental Health. Post-degree experience, within the last six years, in individual, group, or family psychotherapy assessments in a local government mental health agency. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *Withhold Information: Candidates who expect to complete the education requirement by the end of the current semester or quarter may compete in the examination process, however, successful candidates will not be placed on the eligible register until proof of graduation is submitted. Proof of graduation consists of the following documents that identify your name and degree: (1) Copy of official transcripts and college degree or (2) Letter from the Dean of Social Work on school letterhead indicating that all the requirements for graduation have been met and a degree has been conferred. Candidates who expect to complete the education requirement by the end of the current semester or quarter must submit, at the time of filing, a letter of intent to graduate from the school's registrar's office. Transcripts: In order to receive credit for any college coursework or any type of college degree such as master's degree, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited** institution which shows the areas of specialization, at the time of filing PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light. Additional Information ACCREDITATION INFORMATION: **Accreditation: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, holidays or weekends. Past and present mental health clients and family members are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training, experience and desirable qualifications based upon application information weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in order to be placed in the eligible register. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Mental Health. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Application and Filing Information All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application online only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes may be uploaded as attachments to the applications. This examination will remain open until the need of the services are met, and is subject to closure without prior notice. You MUST complete the filing process ONLINE (via electronic submission) ONLY. Instructions for Filing: A standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application for this examination must be completed online and submitted electronically. Applications electronically received after 5:00 pm, PST on the last day of filing will not be accepted. APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THEIR JOB APPLICATIONS AND UPLOAD REQUIRED OR ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (e.g.,diploma/official transcripts, license) AS ATTACHMENT(S) AT THE TIME OF FILING. Additional documents may be sent by emailed to exams@dmh.lacounty.gov , please include exam number and exam title in the subject line. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Please be sure your application indicates complete information, including dates for education and jobs held which relate to this position. For each job held, give the name and addresses of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part-time) and salary earned. Resumes showing training and experience may be attached to the Los Angeles County Application. All information and records are subject to verification. Falsification of records can result in disqualification from the examination or termination of employment. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Department Contact Name: Heleodora "Lola" Sacks Department Contact Phone: (213) 972-7034 Department Contact Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Closing Date/Time:

Position Description Open Date: March 22, 2021 Final Filing Date: Continuous Exam # 21/60B21/03KK SUMMARY OF POSITION The Monterey County Health Department , Behavioral Health Bureau is seeking enthusiastic Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) candidates to work as part of care teams serving children, youth and adults as a Psychiatric Social Worker II. The Psychiatric Social Worker II is the advanced level position for the Psychiatric Social Worker series. Candidates appointed to the Psychiatric Social Worker II level are expected to perform high quality psychiatric assessments, diagnosis and clinical interventions in inpatient and community settings to children, adolescents, and adults. The Behavioral Health Bureau is a progressive agency that serves children, youth, adults and their families with System of Care values of being community based, culturally relevant, client and family centered and using clinical evidence based practices to support clients in the wellness and recovery of their mental illness. Children's System of Care provides an array of clinical services from age's birth to 25 years of age and their families. Clinical teams include Early Childhood Services, Transition Age Youth, Post Hospitalization Support, as well clinical teams that partner with Child Welfare, Education and Juvenile Probation. Adult System of Care provides a wide range of comprehensive integrated care to adults with serious mental illness, co-occurring substance use, primary care and other complex issues. Embracing the values and goals of wellness and recovery, the multi-disciplinary teams work together to provide the following types of services; i.e. psycho-social rehabilitation, strength-based case management, crisis intervention, supported employment, supported housing, substance use recovery, family support and community integration. Clinical teams include outpatient care coordination in Marina and Salinas, Forensic Service, Collaborative Courts, Mobile Crisis and Acute Psychiatry Unit. Access to Treatment provides an array of clinical services for all ages and their families. Clinical services include assessment, intervention, individual and group services. Linkage and referral to community resources and Children and Adult systems of care. Crisis Team: The ED Crisis Team is responsible for psychiatric evaluations of clients in the Emergency Department and assisting to determine the appropriate level of care for those patients; which may include 5150, outpatient treatment or placement in another facility. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process will be used to fill current and future vacancies, both regular and temporary, as they arise. Examples of Duties THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Knowledge of: Current philosophy, principles, and practices for services to clients with serious mental illness or severe emotional disturbance. Individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to adults or children. Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology. Personality development from infancy through adulthood. Public Mental Health Policy and Welfare and Institutions Codes that provides guidelines for human and health services systems in the County. Community resources available to consumers for linkage. Skill and Ability to: Provide treatment to adults, children or adolescents with various mental disabilities ranging from serious mental illness to dysfunctional behavior patterns including victims of sexual and physical abuse. Provide services utilizing evidence-based practice skills. Lead treatment planning meetings for clinical staff. In conjunction with the consumer, develop realistic, attainable and measurable service plans and facilitate their attainment. Evaluate the degree of community functioning and/or emotional distress of consumers. Communicate effectively orally and in writing and be able to complete work using electronic format. Ensure time sensitive documentation submitted with established guidelines. Provide consultation and mentor staff on best practices. Provide consultation and technical assistance to agencies, schools, and other organizations. Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. Characteristics of the Ideal Candidate: Demonstrate cultural humility Demonstrate a solid understanding of mental health disorders and treatment Demonstrate an understanding of substance use disorders and treatment Strong application of diagnostic skills using DSM 5 Strong ability to apply and utilize evidence-based and best-practice interventions Strong assessment skills Develop and maintain positive partnerships within the agency and in the community Demonstrate ability to identify treatment needs and work collaboratively with other team members Ability to be flexible Develop and maintain positive relationships with community partners Commitment to integrity, respect, innovation, health equity, and excellence Examples of Experience/Education/Training EXAMPLES OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING : The skills necessary may be acquired through various types of education, training, and/or experience, typically: Education: Possession of a Master's Degree from an accredited School of Social Work and licensure as a Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of California issued by the State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners (BBSE) Required Conditions of Employment: The Health Department will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check. Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record or ability to provide suitable transportation approved by the appointing authority. Possession of a Master's Degree from an accredited School of Social Work and licensure as a Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of California issued by the State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners (BBSE). In accordance with HIPPAA, incumbent must have applied for or have a National Provider Identifier (NPI). Comply with the California licensure requirements as outlined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Pursuant to Section 5751.2 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, possession of any one of the following: Possession of a current California License as a Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage Family Child Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Psychologist For complete information see the class specification/job description on our website at: https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/pages/hr/class-specs/60B21.pdf Additional Information APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES TO APPLY : Submit the following to the Monterey County Health Department, Human Resources Division, 1270 Natividad Road, Salinas, CA 93906 Monterey County Employment Application form Responses to the Supplemental Questions Or apply on-line at https://www2.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/find-a-job Please be aware if the application form and responses to supplemental questions are not submitted timely with other required application materials, the application will be removed from further consideration. Resumes may be submitted in addition to, but will not be accepted in lieu of, required application materials . Application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants who are determined to be most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the process. To further assess applicant's possession of required qualifications, this examination may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exercise, performance exam, and/or written examination. For more information or to receive application materials, contact the Health Department Human Resources Division at 831-755-4519. SPECIAL NOTES: If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodations, please call the Health Department Human Resources Office at 831-755-4519. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed below. BENEFITS: The County offers an excellent benefits package (Unit K) The County of Monterey offers a premium benefit package that includes 22 days of annual leave; 11 paid public holidays per year; health, dental, vision; life insurance; and CalPERS retirement. For more benefits information please contact the Health Department Human Resources Division at 831-755-4519 See the Unit K Benefit Summary sheet at https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet for more information. The information listed above is a general summary of benefits for this position. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution and any applicable Memoranda of Understanding prevail over this listing. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Human Resources Analyst at (831) 755-4502. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

FILING DATE: SEPTEMBER 27, 2018 at 8:00 a.m., PST Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y9020I TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD , UPDATE VACANCY INFORMATION, SALARY INFORMATION, SPECIAL INFORMATION AND APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST TWELVE (12) MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO BE ATTACHED TO THEIR ORIGINAL APPLICATION. THE INFORMATION MUST INCLUDE THE CORRECT EXAMINATION NUMBER AND EXAMINATION TITLE. DEFINITION: Plans, organizes and directs a clinical social work program comprised of at least six professional social workers for inpatients, outpatients, and their families in a County hospital, a specialized health care clinic or a managed care program. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes and direct all aspects of the Clinical Social Work department to ensure necessary social work services are provided to inpatients, outpatients, and their families. Evaluates existing and future clinical social work service needs in order to develop and establish goals, objectives and standards for the provision of clinical social work services. Directs and supervise the department, including Senior Clinical Social Workers, Clinical Social Workers, Medical Case Workers, Social Work Interns and Students, Substance Abuse Counselors, Community Health Workers, and clerical staff. Direct and supervise subordinate staff to implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the programs, policies and procedures pertaining to the delivery of social work services to patient and their families. Participates with hospital administration, medical administration, the utilization management department, and other clinical/professional staff of other disciplines in the formulation of programs, policies, and procedures to integrate and coordinate services. Develop programs, policies and procedures pertaining to the delivery of social work services to patients and their families as well as those pertaining to the licensing and certification of professional social work staff. Conduct periodic quality assurance meetings with subordinate staff to establish, document, and review quality improvement trends and to implement plans for improvement. Represent the clinical social work services program and the hospital in community organizations and interagency meeting concerned with health care services. Determine budgetary requirements for personnel, supplies, and equipment and prepares the necessary documents to substantiate the request. Assist in the preparation of the annual budget by drafting written recommendations and justifications for new and additional positions, supplies, and equipment. Prepares performance evaluations of direct subordinate staff and reviews performance evaluations completed by subordinate supervisors. Resolves grievances, disciplinary actions, and other employee relations issues. Develop in-service training activities to increase professional knowledge and skills of staff. Interprets social work policies, programs, and procedures to other disciplines, departments, agencies, organizations and the public. Compile patient workload data and prepares reports to monitor level of service provided and to establish budget and revenue projections in accordance with regulatory health care agency standards. Plans and implements, in cooperation with schools of social work, a student affiliate program for supervised field work experience. Determines placement of the students within the facility, assigns staff to serve as preceptors for the students, and assists the preceptors in the selection of appropriate learning experiences. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A Master's Degree in Social Work from a graduate school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and five (5) years of professional medical or psychiatric social work experience in a recognized social service agency, clinic, hospital, or public health agency. Two (2) years of the experience must have been in an independent or supervisory capacity at the level of the County of Los Angeles classifications of Senior Clinical Social Worker* or Psychiatric Social Worker ll**. LICENSE: A valid and active license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. License/Certificate Information: In the license/certificate section of your application, be sure to give the title of your required certificate, number, date issued, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Minimum Requirements. PHYSICAL CLASS II: Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Experience at the level of Senior Clinical Social Worker in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Provides professional work services to patients and families presenting difficult and complex medical and related psycho-social problems; or, in addition to providing direct patient services, has responsibility for the social work activities of a small social work unit in a community ambulatory care setting. **Experience at the level of Psychiatric Social Worker II in the County of Los Angeles is define as: Performs a wide variety of professional social work services in connection with the treatment of clients in need of mental health services. The required license and/or certificate must be current and unrestricted ; conditional, provisional, probationary license and/or certificate will not be accepted. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be added on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green " Apply " button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed . If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. In order to receive credit for the required degree under the Minimum Requirements, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or fax it to (323) 869- 0942 within 15 calendar days from filing online. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to (323) 869-0942 or e-mail the documents to the exam analyst within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Meri Snkhchyan, Exam Analyst (323) 914-5063 msnkhchyan@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7124 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 Closing Date/Time:

Description San Mateo County Health is seeking well-qualified individuals for positions of Psychiatric Social Worker/Marriage & Family Therapist I/II. We anticipate using the list created from this recruitment to fill positions in Youth Services, Adult Services and Older Adult Services, and Correctional Health Services. Candidates may be considered for any vacancy throughout the County. Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS), https://www.smchealth.org/bhrs provides a broad spectrum of Trauma Informed mental health and substance use services for children, youth, families, adults and older adults in the County of San Mateo County in the prevention, early intervention and treatment of mental illness, serious mental illness (SMI), and/or substance use disorders. We provide services through specialty teams, outpatient clinics in Daly City, San Mateo, Half Moon Bay, Redwood City and East Palo Alto, in school-based locations, and through a network of community agencies and independent providers who offer outpatient services, residential treatment, rehabilitation and other services for adults and children. We utilize Trauma Informed Care to support treatment of the whole person to achieve wellness and recovery, and to promote the health and well-being of the people, families and communities we serve. Additionally for Residential Youth Treatment at Canyon Oaks Youth Center, Community Care Licensing requires providers working in this facility to maintain 40 hours of annual training related to the field, most of which are provided by the facility. Clinicians will also need to be trained in Professional Assault Crisis Training model (Pro-Act) upon hire. Correctional Health Services (CHS), https://www.smchealth.org/ch therapists provide clinical mental health services utilizing Trauma Informed Care to inmates with mental illness, serious mental illness or substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders of mental illness/serious mental illness and chemical dependency. They also provide case management services and discharge planning by interviewing inmate patients to assess mental health needs and formulating treatment plans. They function as a team member in a multi-disciplinary work setting where they collaborate with Sheriff's Office staff to manage inmate patients' daily activities. Some positions require weekend and evening hours. The ideal candidates will possess: A current license as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist; Solid clinical treatment, assessment, diagnostic and evaluation skills; Knowledge of principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, crisis management and various treatment modalities; Experience providing treatment for adults and youth with serious mental illness ; Experience delivering services to adult and/or youth consumers who have co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders; Experience delivering services in specialty areas for adults and older adults and/or infants , children, youth, adolescents and/or transitional age youth; Excellent documentation skills: progress notes, assessments, client care plans, etc.; Demonstrated expertise, skill and interest in working with a broad range of clients of diverse cultures and backgrounds, and an ability to provide culturally appropriate and proficient services; Skill in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with families, co-workers, other professionals, collaborative partners and the public; Extensive knowledge of available community resources within the County of San Mateo and its neighboring counties; Experience using electronic health/medical record systems (e.g. AVATAR, SOARIAN); Fluency in any of the threshold languages: Spanish, Tagalog, Chinese ( Cantonese/Mandarin) or Russian ; and experience providing clinical services using bilingual skills. Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and responding to after-hours calls (Youth Services Center). Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and responding to after-hours calls from Psychiatric Emergency Services (Youth Case Management). Additionally, for Residential Youth Treatment: Knowledge of the principles of Trauma Informed Care; Experience working in a multi-disciplinary setting. Additionally, for Correctional Health Services : Experience working in a correctional facility; Experience providing case management services for an inmate population; Demonstrated ability in providing clinical mental health services to an adult population with serious mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders of mental illness, serious mental illness and substance use disorders. SALARY Psychiatric Social Worker I/Marriage & Family Therapist I: $38.33 - $47.92 Hourly $79,726.40 - $99,673.60 Annually Psychiatric Social Worker II/Marriage & Family Therapist II: $43.11 - $53.89 Hourly $89,668.80 - $112,091.20 Annually NOTE : The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform initial diagnostic evaluation noting behavioral symptoms which may indicate organic and/or mental disorders in children and in interpersonal/ family dysfunctions related to child and adult patients/clients. Determine and develop appropriate treatment plans for all clients in the caseload. Conduct individual, group and family counseling/therapy sessions for clients toward the goal of achieving more adequate, satisfying and productive adjustments in the community and provide case management services as appropriate. Participate in developing individual and group treatment plans utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic, psychosocial and psycho educational modalities. Perform suicide/risk assessments Conduct home visits and/or field-based services. Crisis Intervention Make client referrals and plan discharge procedures. Assess progress of clients on a selected basis and propose modifications to rehabilitation plans in order to meet goals agreed upon by the clients/patients. Prepare and maintain psychosocial case histories for use in diagnostic evaluations and of patient progress. Supervise graduate interns. Provide outreach counseling and refer clients to appropriate mental health program service resources. Collect and evaluate medical or psychosocial data such as case histories, behavior patterns and family relationships of patients/clients. Analyze factors which exert an adverse effect upon health problems, treatment, or recovery, or which may contribute to or are responsible for mental illness or affect the potential for rehabilitation. Conduct treatment groups in schools and other community settings with emotionally and behaviorally disturbed children toward the goal of achieving higher functioning in interpersonal relationships and learning. Work as a psychiatric team member with other treatment disciplines. Utilize Trauma Informed Care and other Evidence-based practices Provide consultation and education services. Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and responding to after-hours calls (Youth Services Center). Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and responding to after-hours calls from Psychiatric Emergency Services ( Youth Case Managemen t). Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Psychiatric Social Worker I: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker. An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within three years from the date of employment as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California. Psychiatric Social Worker II: Current California license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Marriage & Family Therapist I: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within three years from the date of employment as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California. Marriage & Family Therapist II: Current California license as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Security Clearance : Positions in Correctional Health require that the applicant obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment. Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is a Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or a closely related field. Knowledge of: Current philosophy, principles, Trauma Informed Care and other Evidence Based Practices for services to clients with serious mental illness. Individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to adults or youth. Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology. Personality development from infancy through adulthood. Human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources. Skill/Ability to: Provide treatment to adults, children or adolescents with various mental health issues ranging from serious mental illness to individuals with histories of trauma. Set realistic treatment goals and facilitate their attainment. Evaluate the degree of mental health issues of clients. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Provide consultation and technical assistance to agencies, schools and other organizations. Work collectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Psychiatric Social Worker I/II S pecial Requirements: Individuals in this classification assigned to an on-site school program are required to meet any specialized requirements (i.e., Pupil Personnel Services credential) as stipulated by federal and state laws and regulations. Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. EXAMINATION/SELECTION PROCESS The examination/selection process will consist of the steps detailed in order below. The examination process will consist of an auto-scored relevant Training and Experience (T&E) evaluation based solely on the candidate's responses to the supplemental questions (weight: 100%). Candidates who pass the Training and Experience evaluation will be placed on an eligible list ranked according to the auto-scores. Candidates ranked within the top banded scores on the eligible list will be forwarded to the hiring department for departmental interviews. This interview process will be the basis for final selection. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. Step 1: Initial review of application materials (weight: pass/fail). Applicants will be disqualified for submitting an incomplete application, incomplete responses to the supplemental questions, and/or not following instructions. Step 2 : Auto-scored Training and Experience Evaluation (weight: 100%). Applicants will be disqualified if they lack the relevant qualifications. Step 3: Applicants passing Step 2 will be placed on the eligible list in the band ranked by score for a period of six months. Candidates will be referred to hiring managers for departmental interviews as vacancies occur that match applicants' background, experience, skills, and preferences, as indicated in the application. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https ://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs. The County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. HR Contact: Carolyn Burns (052521) (Psychiatric Social Worker I/II-Marriage and Family Therapist I/II - G040/G035/G120/G121)

Position Description Open Date: March 22, 2021 Final Filing Date: Continuous Exam # 21/60B01/03KK SUMMARY OF POSITION The Monterey County Health Department , Behavioral Health Bureau is seeking enthusiastic Associate Clinical Social Workers (ACSW), Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) candidates to work as part of care teams serving children, youth and adults as a Psychiatric Social Worker I. As a member of a psychiatric team, this position will assist and participate in interviewing clients and families, compile social case histories, participate in diagnostic and evaluative staff conferences, prepare reports, interpret and explain factors pertaining to mental illness, provide case management services and work collaboratively with a variety of community, county and state agencies. The Behavioral Health Bureau is a progressive agency that serves children, youth, adults and their families with System of Care values of being community based, culturally relevant, client and family centered and using evidence based practices to support clients in the wellness and recovery of their mental illness. Children's System of Care provides an array of clinical services from age's birth to 25 years of age and their families. Clinical teams include Early Childhood Services, Transition Age Youth, Post Hospitalization Support, as well clinical teams that partner with Child Welfare, Education and Juvenile Probation. Adult System of Care provides a wide range of comprehensive integrated care to adults with serious mental illness, co-occurring substance use, primary care and other complex issues. Embracing the values and goals of wellness and recovery, the multi-disciplinary teams work together to provide the following types of services; i.e. psycho-social rehabilitation, strength-based case management, crisis intervention, supported employment, supported housing, substance use recovery, family support and community integration. Clinical teams include outpatient care coordination in Marina and Salinas, Forensic Services, Collaborative Courts, Mobile Crisis and the Acute Psychiatry Unit. Access to Treatment provides an array of clinical services for all ages and their families. Clinical services include assessment, intervention, individual and group services. Linkage and referral to community resources and Children and Adult systems of care. Crisis Team: The ED Crisis Team is responsible for psychiatric evaluations of clients in the Emergency Department and assisting to determine the appropriate level of care for those patients; which may include evaluation for involuntary holds (5150), outpatient treatment, and/or placement in another facility. This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority in accordance with the Flexible Staffing Program and Guidelines. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process will be used to fill current and future vacancies, both regular and temporary, as they arise. Examples of Duties THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Knowledge of: Current philosophy, principles, and evidence-based practices for services to consumers with serious mental or emotional disturbance. Individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to adults or children, Psychiatric diagnostic methods and terminology. Personality and human development from infancy through adulthood. Public Mental Health Policy and Welfare and Institutions codes that provides guidelines for human and health services systems in the County. Community Resources available to consumers for linkage. Skill and Ability to: Provide treatments to adults, children or adolescents with various mental disabilities ranging from serious mental illness to dysfunctional behavior patterns including victims of sexual and physical abuse. In conjunction with the consumer, develop realistic, attainable and measurable service plans and facilitate their attainment. Evaluate the degree of community functioning or emotional distress of consumers. Communicate effectively orally and in writing and able to complete work using electronic format. Ensure time sensitive documentation submitted within established guidelines. Provide consultation and technical assistance to agencies, schools and other organizations. Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team. Characteristics of the Ideal Candidate: Demonstrate cultural humility Demonstrate a solid understanding of mental health disorders and treatment Demonstrate an understanding of substance use disorders and treatment Knowledge and application of DSM 5 Diagnosis Knowledge and application of mental health assessment Application of best-practice interventions, including evidence-based-practices Develop and maintain positive partnerships within the agency and in the community Demonstrate ability to identify treatment needs and work collaboratively with other team members Ability to be flexible Develop and maintain positive relationships with community partners Commitment to integrity, respect, innovation, health equity, and excellence Examples of Experience/Education/Training The skills necessary may be acquired through various types of education, training, and/or experience, typically: Education: Possession of a Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work and registration with the Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW), Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC). Required Conditions of Employment: The Health Department will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check. Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record or ability to provide suitable transportation approved by the appointing authority. In accordance with HIPAA, incumbent must have applied for or have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) Comply with California licensure requirements as outlined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Pursuant to Section 5751.2 (a) of the Welfare and Institutions Code, possession of any one of the following: Registration with the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners (BBS) as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW), Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. For complete information see the class specification/job description on our website at: https://www2.co.monterey.ca.us/pages/hr/class-specs/60B01.pdf Additional Information APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES TO APPLY : Submit the following to the Monterey County Health Department, Human Resources Division, 1270 Natividad Road, Salinas, CA 93906: Monterey County Employment Application form Responses to the Supplemental Questions Or apply on-line at https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/find-a-job Please be aware if the application form and responses to supplemental questions are not submitted timely with other required application materials, the application will be removed from further consideration. Resumes may be submitted in addition to, but will not be accepted in lieu of, required application materials . Application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants who are determined to be most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the process. To further assess applicant's possession of required qualifications, this examination may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exercise, performance exam, and/or written examination. For more information or to receive application materials, contact the Health Department Human Resources Division at 831-755-4519. SPECIAL NOTES: If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodations, please call the Health Department Human Resources Office at 831-755-4519. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed below. BENEFITS: The County offers an excellent benefits package (Unit K) The County of Monterey offers a premium benefit package that includes 22 days of annual leave; 11 paid public holidays per year; health, dental, vision; life insurance; and CalPERS retirement. For more benefits information please contact the Health Department Human Resources Division at 831-755-4519 See the Unit K Benefit Summary sheet at https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet for more information. The information listed above is a general summary of benefits for this position. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution and any applicable Memoranda of Understanding prevail over this listing. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Human Resources Analyst at (831) 755-4502. Closing Date/Time:

Description Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on October 14, 2020 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous." Note: This job announcement has been amended on October 6, 2020 to extend the closing date to October 13, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. PST. Note: This job announcement has been amended on September 29, 2020 to extend the closing date to October 6, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. PST. Note: This job announcement has been amended on September 22, 2020 to extend the closing date to September 29, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. PST. Note: This job announcement has been amended on September 14, 2020 to extend the closing date to September 22, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. PST. Note: This job announcement has been amended on September 8, 2020 to extend the closing date to September 15, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. PST. The County of San Mateo'sHuman Services Agency, Children and Family Services Branch is seeking well-qualified and motivated individuals for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker (PSW). Under general supervision, PSWs provide therapeutic counseling and support services to children and families connected to the child welfare system and individual and group therapeutic counseling and case management services to clients having basic and/or severe emotional, family, and/or social adjustment problems. Current vacancies include: 2 vacancies in the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths/Child Family Team (CANS/CFT) assignment 1 vacancy in the Foster Family Agency (FFA) assignment The CANS/CFT PSW completes or assists in gathering information for the State required Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessment for children and families involved in the child welfare system. This position works collaboratively with the CFS social worker and BHRS clinician to create a client-focused clinical needs and services plan. This role is also responsible for facilitating the Child and Family Team meetings to ensure that clients are actively involved in every aspect of their child welfare case, mental health treatment and service planning. In addition, this position may also provide short-term mental health and case management services to clients in the child welfare system. The FFA PSW is responsible for coordinating and monitoring the mental health services for the children in the FFA therapeutic program; coordinating, facilitating, and creating the individual needs and services plans for the youth; providing therapeutic support services to the youth and resource parent; and developing and coordinating the monthly foster parent trainings. The FFA PSW also assists with the recruitment, admission, and retention of SMC FFA resource homes referred to the program. CFS operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Services are based on client need and availability. Staff may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate will possess: Experience delivering behavioral health services to children exhibiting challenging behaviors due to trauma. Solid clinical treatment, assessment, diagnostic and evaluation skills working with a youth population. Knowledge of principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, crisis management, as well as trauma-informed child abuse treatment and other evidence-based practices. Knowledge of the CANS tool and CFT practices. Experience working with youth with complex issues involving abuse and neglect, trauma, behavioral health, and substance use. Experience facilitating collaborative meetings with clients and partners. Experience conducting individual, group, and family therapy. Solid documentation skills:progress notes, assessments, needs and service plans, etc. Experience providing field-based services. Collaboration and coordination of services with other providers. Experience working with multi-cultural clients and staff from a trauma-informed perspective, including ensuring services provided are culturally-relevant and involve the child and family's participation to nurture the child's well-being. Experience establishing and maintaining effective work relationships. Effectiveoral andwritten communication skills. SALARY PSW/MFT II: $7,472.26 - $9,340.75/month NOTE: The eligible listgenerated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified,and regular classifiedvacancies. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform initial comprehensive assessments including diagnostic evaluation, risk assessment, behavioral symptoms, level of care needs, family history, and other information necessary to determine treatment needs. Work collaboratively with client or family to develop appropriate treatment plans for and modify plans on a quarterly basis. Conduct home or school visits. Provide individual, group and family counseling/therapy sessions, clinical case management, and outreach services for clients toward the fulfillment of their treatment goals and wellness and recovery. Participate in developing individual and group treatment plans utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic, psychosocial and psychoeducational modalities. Provide linkage and referral to other county and community services. Coordinate client transitions into services and discharges from treatment. Complete progress notes for all services provided according to established documentation timeline. Collect and evaluate medical or psychosocial data such as case histories, behavior patterns and family relationships of clients. Work as a part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team. Provide consultation and education services. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Licensure/Certification: PSW II - current California license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or MFT II - current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, or a closely related field. Knowledge of : Current philosophy, principles, and practices for services to clients with emotional disturbance or serious mental illness; individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to children or adults; psychological diagnostic methods and terminology; personality development from infancy through adulthood; human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources. Skill/Ability to : Provide treatment to children, adolescents, or adults with various mental health disabilities ranging from emotional disturbance or serious mental illness to dysfunctional behavior patterns, including victims of sexual or physical abuse; set realistic treatment goals and facilitate their attainment; evaluate the degree of mental disability or emotional distress of patients/clients; provide consultation and technical assistance to agencies, schools, and other organizations; work collectively within a multi-disciplinary team; and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Application/Examination Open. Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application. The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions.Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview(weight: 100%).Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification . All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click on the " Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~Tentative Recruitment Dates~ Final Filing Date: Tuesday, TBD Application Screening: TBD Panel Interview: TBD At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs. The County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HR Contact:Arlene Cahill (08252020) (PSW II and MFT II - G035/G040 G120/G121)

Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division: DHHS - DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES Business Unit: HR-RURAL CHILD WELFARE Work Type: PERMANENT *Pay Grade: GRADE 32 Salary Range: $45,142.56 - $66,628.08 Fulltime/Parttime: Full Time Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: 775 684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Position Description The Division of Child & Family Services (DCFS) is recruiting for a full-time Social Worker 1 in Carson City, Nevada. This recruitment maybe used to underfill a Social Worker 3 position. Progression to the next level in the series may occur after meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with endorsement of the appointing authority. A social worker in the Adoption Unit is responsible for development of new adoption staff through case consultation, direct supervision, coaching, mentoring, and modeling the desired best practice and providing ongoing case management services for their own permanency caseload with a goal of adoption, which includes implementing plans of care, home visits, monitoring services, preparing court reports, record keeping, and providing technical information and educational services. Under close supervision, incumbents at this level function in a trainee capacity, learning to determine social service needs of clients, develop appropriate solutions and case plans, and provide ongoing case management services. To view the full class specification visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/12/12-345spc(2).pdf DCFS offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays, and no city, county, state or social security tax! DCFS, together in partnership with families, communities, and other governmental agencies provides support and services to assist Nevada's children and families in reaching their full human potential. DCFS has a vision of safe, healthy, and thriving children in every Nevada community. Minimum Qualifications Licensure or provisional licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Independent Social Worker or Associate in Social Work. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application and resume evaluation. It is essential that applications/resumes 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. Special Requirements A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. This position is subject to on-call. Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required. Licensure or provisional licensure by the State of Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Independent Social Worker, or Associate in Social Work is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of employment. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. *The salary range indicated in this announcement is based on the Employee/Employer retirement compensation schedule. An employer-only option is available at a reduced salary range. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. Nearest Major Market: Carson City Nearest Secondary Market: Reno

Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division: DHHS - AGING AND DISABILITY SERVICES DIVISION Business Unit: HR-ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES Work Type: PERMANENT Salary Range: $45,142.56 - $66,628.08 Recruiter: ANA MARIA ORNELLAS Phone: 775 684-0151 Email: aornellas@admin.nv.gov Position Description Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is recruiting for multiple Social Worker 1 positions. These vacancies are located within Community Based Care and Adult Protective Services in Las Vegas, Reno, Carson City, and Elko Nevada. This recruitment may be used to underfill a Social Worker 2 position. Under close supervision, incumbents at this level function in a trainee capacity, learning to determine social service needs of clients, develop appropriate solutions and case plans, and provide ongoing case management services. Advancement to the next level may occur after meeting the minimum qualification, satisfactory performance, and with endorsement of the appointing authority. Social Workers are licensed professionals who provide case management services to children, families, the elderly, and other individuals within local communities and institutions. The Social Workers will be responsible for investigating reports of abuse, neglect, exploitation, abandonment, and isolation of vulnerable adults 18-59 years of age and elders 60 and above. Through investigation within the community and long-term care facilities within the State of Nevada incumbents are responsible for providing or arranging for services to alleviate and prevent further maltreatment while safeguarding clients' civil liberties. ADSD provides an atmosphere of innovative thinking, teamwork, friendly co-workers, and provides a positive working environment. The mission of ADSD is to provide leadership and advocacy in the planning, development, and delivery of a high quality, comprehensive support service system across the lifespan to allow all of Nevada's elders, children, and adults with disabilities or special health care needs, to live independent, meaningful, and dignified lives to the greatest extent possible. To view the full class specification visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/12/12-345spc(2).pdf THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Minimum Qualifications Licensure or provisional licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Independent Social Worker or Associate in Social Work. 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. Special Requirements A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for fingerprinting. Licensure or provisional licensure by the State of Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Independent Social Worker, or Associate in Social Work is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of employment. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of 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. Nearest Major Market: Las Vegas