Overview
Tehama County Health Service Agency
Red Bluff, CA
Full-Time with Benefits
Testing dates: 12/6/2023 – 12/8/2023. Testing will be provided via email.
Tentative interview date: 12/15/2023 from 10 AM to 11 AM.
In compliance with current regulations in the state of California, this position does not require employees to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination, although it is highly recommended.
Salary
(A-E Steps)
Behavioral Health Clinician I:
$31.82 – $38.67 Hourly / $2,545.60- $3,093.60 Biweekly
Behavioral Health Clinician II:
$35.12 – $42.69 Hourly / $2,809.60 – $3,415.20 Biweekly
(A-E Steps)
Behavioral Health Clinician I:
$31.82 – $38.67 Hourly / $2,545.60- $3,093.60 Biweekly
Behavioral Health Clinician II:
$35.12 – $42.69 Hourly / $2,809.60 – $3,415.20 Biweekly
Bilingual incentive pay is +7.5% above the BHC I or BHC II rate.
New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range.
New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range.
DESCRIPTION:
Incumbents in this class carry a clinical caseload and utilize clinical knowledge and skills to conduct biopsychosocial assessments, create treatment plans, and lead multi-disciplinary treatment teams in providing therapeutic and rehabilitative behavioral health services to high-risk clients.
An incumbent at the Behavioral Health Clinician I level may be promoted to the Behavioral Health Clinician II level when work knowledge has been developed, sound work habits demonstrated, and requirements have been met.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- May coordinate or evaluate program service delivery systems.
- Provides mental health assessment, service plan development and ongoing therapy to clients of the Health Services Agency.
- Serves as a member of various teams as needed to assist in screening clients and in making and documenting triage decisions.
Bilingual Candidates: Translates, interprets and otherwise communicates with members of the Spanish speaking community.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling
- Experience working with individuals with mental health issues is preferred
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered
LICENSE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must possess one of the following:
- A Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work that qualifies for an Associate Clinical Social Worker and possess a registration certificate with a number as an associate registered through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as specified in Business and Professions (B&P) Code Section 4996.18 and follow required supervision guidelines. Requires possession of valid State of California certification as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker within six years of date of registration. Failure to obtain certification as outlined will result in the incumbent becoming disqualified for further employment as a Behavioral Health Clinician I.
- A Master’s Degree that qualifies for an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist and possess a registration certificate with a number as an associate registered through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as specified in Business and Professions (B&P) Code Section 4980.44 and follow required supervision guidelines. Requires possession of valid State of California license as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist within six years of date of registration. Failure to obtain licensure as outlined will result in the incumbent becoming disqualified for further employment as a Behavioral Health Clinician I.
- A Master’s Degree that qualifies for an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor and possess a registration certificate with a number as an associate registered through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners as specified in Business and Professions (B&P) Code Section 4999.42 and follow required supervision guidelines. Requires possession of valid State of California license as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor within six years of date of registration. Failure to obtain licensure as outlined will result in the incumbent becoming disqualified for further employment as a Behavioral Health Clinician I.
Bilingual Candidates:
Must pass a Merit Systems Services written and/or oral bilingual proficiency test or other appropriate test selected by the County) to qualify
HOW TO APPLY: Apply online at www.governmentjobs.com and search for the job title.
The department currently has multiple vacancies
In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Behavioral Health Clinician I-II or Behavioral Health Clinician I-II Bilingual as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
Please submit ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For questions about this recruitment, contact:
Osmara Herrera
530-527-8491 | osmara.hererra@tchsa.net
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test (including marijuana) and physical examination provided by the County.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS’ PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
Minimum Education and Experience
About Tehama County Health Services Agency
Tehama County Health Services Agency is committed to a healthy community. We provide integrated services to Tehama County residents through education, prevention, assessment, intervention, treatment, and follow up. Our staff are valued for their contributions to client care, whether they work in direct services or are in key support roles. We collaborate, communicate, and support each other so we can focus on what's most important, the overall health of our clients.
Every position is a key position at Health Services. We value input, good communication, and collaboration within our organization as well as with our agency partners. If you would enjoy working with people who are committed to the health of our residents, then our agency would like to hear from you.