Behavioral Health Clinical Specialist, Clinician, Clinician Senior

Under clinical and general supervision, provide a full range of rehabilitative mental health services and targeted case management services to clients of the Mental Health Department, serving in “crisis intervention” roles. Offer services within the “rehabilitative” and ”targeted case management” models as defined in regulation, which may include services to individuals, groups, and families, excluding the ability to independently diagnose or provide psychotherapeutic treatment. Assist with education and training for other staff, community agencies, and the public. Additionally, under both clinical and general direction, provide a variety of mental health services for individuals, families, and groups, including assessments, diagnoses, prognoses, counseling, and psychotherapeutic treatment for Department clients. Respond to emergencies and hospitalizations, and perform related work as required.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICAL SPECIALIST

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social welfare, social work or related field with 2 years of

experience in a community mental health setting or related experience.

OR

A minimum of 5 years experience providing mental health services in a community mental health setting

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Possession of current California registration as Associate Clinical Social Worker; Marriage, Family and Child Counselor Intern or Clinical Counselor; 

OR 

Possession of a PhD in Psychology and eligibility for Mental Health professional licensing waiver under Welfare and Institution Code Section 5751.2 (d).

OR

Possession of out-of-state licensure as a Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist or Professional Clinical Counselor and eligibility for Mental Health professional licensing waiver under Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5751.2 (e).  

OR 

Other person eligible for licensing waiver under Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5751.2

Applicants are advised that licensing bodies do impose time limits for granting waivers.  Incumbents in this classification will be demoted to Behavioral Health Clinical Specialist in the event that they are no longer waiver able.

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of professional experience working in mental health counseling, psychotherapy, and related social services in a public or certified private welfare or health agency at the level equivalent to a Behavioral Health Clinical Specialist in the County of Lake.  

Equivalent to a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, marriage and family counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university which provides the educational basis for licensing to provide psychotherapy in the State of California.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN SENIOR

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Possession of a valid California license as a Clinical Social Worker, Marriage, Family and Child Counselor or Clinical Psychologist.

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of professional experience working in mental health counseling, psychotherapy, and related social services in a public or certified private welfare or health agency at the level equivalent to a Mental Health Specialist in the County of Lake.

Equivalent to a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, marriage and family counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university which provides the educational basis for licensing to provide psychotherapy in the State of California.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

This is not exhaustive of all job responsibilities. For more details, please refer to the link provided below.

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The information presented in job postings, job descriptions, or recruitment materials does not form a legally binding contract, either explicit or implicit. Benefits may differ among different employee groups. The details provided in these materials are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Prospective employees of the County of Lake must undergo the County's pre-employment medical review program upon receiving a conditional job offer before assuming their position with the County.

Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.

ADA Accommodations

Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.

The County of Lake is dedicated to valuing diversity and promoting inclusion, recognizing that our diverse workforce is our most valuable asset, and ensuring our customers remain our top priority. 

The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer

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