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Behavioral Health Therapist II-Temporary
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Behavioral Health Therapist II-Temporary
Salary
$37.09 - $45.28 Hourly
Location
CA 95949, CA
Job Type
Temporary
Job Number
2015-00043
Department
Behavioral Health
Opening Date
03/17/2021
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
Questions
Definition and Class Characteristics
Through the services of its departments, Nevada County's Health & Human Services Agency develops and implements programs that fulfill the County’s commitment to provide support to our residents. We are pleased to be recruiting to fill several positions for Behavioral Health Therapists in a variety of capacities.
THE POSITION
Our Behavioral Health Therapists provide the following support to community members:
Assessment, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, collateral/parent counseling
Crisis intervention, case management, and documentation of services
Screening potential clients on the phone
Psychotherapy
Services are provided in consultation with the clinical team and regional partners and outside agencies. Individuals who show patience, understanding, and caring in their dealings with others are highly valued. Other relevant personal traits include social skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to manage time effectively. The work is always interesting and provides opportunities for collaborative, creative problem solving. We seek to hire individuals who are not only caring but also bring a sense of humor and fun at the right time.
We are currently seeking Therapists for the following programs and services.Please be sure to apply for all levels of positions which you feel you may be qualified for.
THE COMMUNITY/COUNTY
Nevada County is perfect for those who crave a peaceful and fulfilling lifestyle in the great outdoors. The county is home to over 102,000 residents and covers an area of 974 square miles. Surrounded by the stunning Sierra Nevada Mountains, this county is a nature lover's paradise, with state parks, lakes, and trails galore for hiking, camping, and fishing. And let's not forget the ski resorts and snow parks, which make Nevada County a winter wonderland. Nevada County also has a thriving arts and cultural scene with a vibrant community of artists and musicians, galleries, theaters, and performance spaces. The Nevada County Fairgrounds host events year-round, including the ever-popular Nevada County Fair and the California Worldfest. Nevada County is also an economic powerhouse, with local businesses and industries thriving in technology, health, and tourism, and where resident can enjoy affordable California living!
You matter at County of Nevada. Your contribution, your worth, your ideas, all have a place here. We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media and hosted sites. We strive to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day. Bring your whole self to our place.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Per California Department of Public Health regulations, employees working in healthcare positions and/or facilities are required to comply with both California and Federal vaccine policy mandates. Currently, the COVID-19 vaccine and, if you are eligible, the COVID-19 booster, is required for this position. Proof of vaccination and booster may be required if a conditional offer is extended. As an employer, the County complies with all applicable California and Federal laws, including but not limited to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and will make, on request, accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs and/or disabilities where a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on the County’s business.
Read the fullBehavioral Health Therapist II-Temporary job description (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1401956?keywords=behavioral%20health%20therapist&pagetype=classSpecifications) to learn more and to learn which levels you qualify for.
NOTE:
This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Sick Leave:
Temporary County employees shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for each thirty (30) hours worked. Temporary County employees can accrue a maximum of 80 hours of sick leave which may be carried over from one fiscal year to the next.
Medical Benefits:
Temporary employees whose assignments average 30 hours per week or more are eligible to enroll in County-sponsored medical benefits.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2
Comments, please email:human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov
01
Which of the following best describes your level of education?
Did not graduate High School or GED
High School or GED
Some College
Associates Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctorate
02
Please let us know the subject area of your college education.
Business Administration
Physical Sciences-related
Psychology-Counseling-Mental Health
Public Health
Other
Not Applicable-No Degree
03
What type of professional license do you possess which permits you to practice in California? Please attach proof of license to your application.
None
Medicine including Psychiatry
Licensed Psychologist/Eligible for collecting Supervised Professional Experience for Board of Psychology (i.e., completed 72 quarter units or 48 semester units in graduate school and registered in a doctoral program)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Associate Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage Family Therapist/Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor/Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
Other
I am licensed in another state
04
If you do not currently possess a California License, which of the following best describes the amount of accrued Supervised Professional Experience (SPE) you have? Please submit proof of your SPE. For doctoral students please provide transcripts, and for others please provide registration as an intern for licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners.
None
Between 0-1,000 hours
Between 1,000-2,000 hours
Between 2,000-3,000 hours
3,000 or more hours
N/A - I possess a license
05
Which of the following best describes your level of clinical experience in a community mental health program?
Less than one year
One year
Two years
Three or more years
06
Have you attached a copy of your degree, transcripts (unofficial copies are permitted), licenses, certificates, and/or proof of 3,000 hours of supervised professional experience if applicable? Please note, failure to attach documentation may disqualify your application from further consideration.
Yes
No, I either don't have a diploma or transcripts or a license.
07
Please rate your knowledge and experience in working with Medi-Cal regulations, guidelines, and agency audits.
I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.
I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
08
The ability to speak, read, and write in Spanish in addition to English would be an asset in this position, but may not be required. Applicants for English/Spanish bilingual designation must take and pass the Spanish bilingual proficiency examination. Are you bilingual in Spanish/English?
Yes
No
09
We have positions available in Adult Behavioral Health and Children's Behavioral Health. Which do you prefer?
Adult Services
Children's Services
I have no preference
10
We have openings available in both Grass Valley/Nevada City as well as Truckee. Please indicate your preference by selecting from the options below.
Grass Valley/Nevada City
Truckee
Either - I have no preference
11
We currently have full-time, part-time, and temporary positions available. Which do you prefer?
Full time
Part time
Temporary
Either - I have no preference
12
Are you retired from a CalPERS agency (CalPERS annuitant)? Due to CalPERS restrictions, annuitants are not eligible for this position.
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
County of Nevada
Address
950 Maidu Avenue
Nevada City, California, 95959
Phone
530 265 7010
Website
https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/
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