| Location | San Bernardino, CA |
| Salary | $111,612.80–$157,664 Per Year |
Licensed Behavioral Health Program Manager II - Community Outpatient Clinics*
Salary
$111,612.80 - $157,664.00 Annually
Location
Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-13187octay-01
Department
Department of Behavioral Health
Opening Date
11/07/2026
Closing Date
11/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
The Job
Be an agent of change and make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents.
Join a team that is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference throughout San Bernardino County.
An immediate vacancy exists with the Mesa Community Clinic located in Rialto, CA.
The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) invites experienced behavioral health professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Behavioral Health Program Manager II overseeing Outpatient Community Clinics. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a professional who is passionate about strengthening behavioral health services, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring the delivery of quality, client-centered specialty mental health care. The Licensed Behavioral Health Program Manager II provides leadership and administrative oversight for a large, multidisciplinary outpatient specialty mental health clinic. The incumbent is responsible for the overall operation of the clinic, including clinical and administrative functions, workforce management, fiscal oversight, facility and space planning, regulatory compliance, and program performance.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of behavioral health leadership, clinical knowledge, operational expertise, and staff development skills. Clinical knowledge is highly valued, as the incumbent may provide consultation and guidance to supervisory staff regarding complex clinical situations and service delivery needs. A demonstrated ability to mentor and develop supervisors, build effective teams, and establish high ethical and professional standards is essential to success in this role.
The Licensed Behavioral Health Program Manager II will:
For additional details, please refer to the Mental Health Program Manager II job description.
The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBHs core values are service, integrity, accountability, and trust.
DBH is a unique County Department comprised of eight (8) direct service areas: Community Outpatient and Transitional Age Youth Services; Youth Collaborative and Justice Involved Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24 Hour and Specialty Services; Adult Justice Involved and Homeless and Supportive Services; Medical Services; Community Engagement and Equity Services; Office of Patients Rights and five (5) indirect service areas: Administrative and Fiscal Services; Public Relations and Outreach Services; Program Support Services; Disaster and Safety Unit; and the Office of Compliance. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1500 positions and an approximate $800 million-dollar annual budget.
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The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS!
To review job-specific benefits, please refer to the Summary of Benefits and the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check, and/or medical exam, which may include drug and/or TB testing. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent U.S. resident.
Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available. Travel within the state is likely to occur two to four times per year. National travel is occasionally required.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Education: A Masters or Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in behavioral science, human services, social work, counseling, psychology, public health administration, business/public administration, hospital administration, or closely related field of study.
Licensure: Must have CA state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.
Experience: Must meet one (1) of the following experience options
Option 1: Three (3) years of full-time experience in a mental health and/or substance abuse treatment program. Qualifying experience MUST include a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a full-scope supervisor responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating a mental health or substance abuse program or unit. Qualifying experience must include clinical AND administrative supervisory responsibility. Clinical supervision must include supervision over master's level clinicians or psychologists engaged in the provision of mental health services for all ages. The administrative supervision includes participating in the hiring, counseling, disciplinary actions, assigning work, completing work performance evaluations, developing work schedules, and approving time off.
Option 2: Three (3) years of experience as a manager in an agency providing mental health and/or substance use services or social work services. Qualifying experience MUST include second-level supervision (supervising through subordinate supervisors), budget/fiscal administration, and responsibility for program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation. The oversight provided through second-level supervision MUST include oversight of clinical services (e.g., supervising those who are providing clinical supervision to pre-licensed clinicians accruing hours toward licensure).
Desired Qualifications
DBH is seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking leader who can successfully balance clinical quality, operational efficiency, workforce development, fiscal responsibility, and system transformation.
The strongest candidates will demonstrate the ability to lead through change, develop supervisors and multidisciplinary teams, use data to guide operational decisions, solve complex problems, foster productive community partnerships, and translate evolving behavioral health requirements into effective clinic operations.
If you are an experienced behavioral health leader who is ready to help shape the future of outpatient specialty mental health services in San Bernardino County, we encourage you to apply and join the DBH leadership team.
Selection Process
Application Procedure: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation.
Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do NOT receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
Technical Assistance: If you require technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Management Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits* for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.
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INSTRUCTIONS: The information on the application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a competitive evaluation of qualifications and will be used to determine your final score and placement on the eligible list. Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
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LICENSURE: These positions require applicants to be licensed as a Marriage Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, Professional Clinical Counselor, or Psychologist in California.
Select which license(s) you currently possess. (Check all that apply.)
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LICENSURE: If you indicated the possession of a license in the question above, provide the number and expiration date. If no licensure, indicate "N/A".
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Describe in detail, but as concisely as possible, your experience supervising/managing staff as a primary responsibility, particularly within a mental health, or substance use program. Include information regarding the number and level of positions supervised (must specify job titles of staff); personnel policies and procedures you developed and implemented; and the number of operational units for which you were responsible. Specify primary responsibility for hiring, writing performance evaluations, handling disciplinary matters, and other full-scope supervisory duties performed. If you have experience as a second-level supervisor (supervising through subordinate supervisors) include the number of direct and indirect reports. Include the name of your employer, dates of employment and specific project references where appropriate. If you do not possess any related experience, indicate "N/A" in the answer field.
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Describe in detail, but as concisely as possible your experience managing a multidisciplinary behavioral health program or clinic including your experience supervising and developing supervisors or other leadership staff. Provide a specific example of how you addressed performance, accountability, or team-development issues and the outcome. Include the name of your employer, dates of employment and specific project references where appropriate. If you do not possess any related experience, indicate "N/A" in the answer field.
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Clinic Operations and Performance Management: Describe your experience overseeing the operational and administrative functions of a behavioral health program. Include examples of your responsibilities related to staffing/workforce planning, budgets or fiscal oversight, program performance data, regulatory compliance, and/or facility operations. Identify a significant operational challenge you encountered, the actions you took, and the results. If you do not possess any related experience, indicate "N/A" in the answer field.
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Behavioral Health System Transformation and Change Management: Californias public behavioral health system is undergoing significant transformation associated with CalAIM, BH-CONNECT, BHSA, and related initiatives. Describe your experience implementing a major regulatory, programmatic, or organizational change within a behavioral health setting. Explain your role in planning and implementation, how you engaged staff and stakeholders, and how you monitored whether the change was successfully implemented. If you do not possess any related experience, indicate "N/A" in the answer field.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
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Employer San Bernardino County
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