Behavioral Health Therapist I-Temporary

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Behavioral Health Therapist I-Temporary

Salary

$33.57 - $40.98 Hourly

Location

CA 95949, CA

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

2015-00042

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.

• Part-time temporary therapists to provide direct services in our Children's and Adult divisions. A temporary, part-time employee works an average 20 hours but not more than 29 hours per week, for a maximum of 1000 hours per fiscal year. Temporary employees earn sick leave but are not eligible for benefits or CalPERS.

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.

See the fullBehavioral Health Therapist I-Temporary job description (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1141032?keywords=behavioral%20health%20therapist%20i&pagetype=classSpecifications) to learn more and to determine which level 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? You must 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

  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, I have attached either a diploma or transcripts and license (if applicable).

• No, I either don't have a diploma or transcripts or a license.

  06

  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

  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 often have openings in both Truckee and in Western Nevada County (Grass Valley/Nevada City). Note that Nevada County adds a 10% differential to the base salary for the Truckee location. Which location do you prefer?

• 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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