Mental Health Clinical Specialist Salary $76,342.20 - $113,330.52 Annually Location County-Wide, CA Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number VQSB-2022A Department Health Services - Continuous Opening Date 04/25/2023 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit TC Description Benefits Questions The Position Mental health is a critical part of overall wellness. With the continuing rise of mental health issues across America, Contra Costa County is looking for standout individuals who are ready to serve our community and be a part of the solution. Mental Health Clinical Specialists are found in various divisions, programs, the County hospital, and health centers. This role is responsible for providing psycho-therapeutic intervention, treatment, and other mental health services to individuals, groups, and families. Read the complete job description by clicking this link.The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increase for this classification: 5% on July 1, 2025We offer some positions that require bilingual proficiency - incumbents will receive a salary differential of $200 per monthMany of our programs have unit leader assignments. If designated as a unit leader, incumbents will receive an additional 5% differential of their base salary.Many of our programs offer professional clinical supervision for individuals gaining post-degree hours toward their state licensure. Union representation - Mental Health Clinical Specialists are represented by Teamsters, Local 856Incumbents registered with the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) may receive base pay compensation up to step 13 of the salary range.Incumbents who are licensed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) by the State of California Board of Behavioral Science; or possess a valid license as a Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology, may receive monthly base pay compensation up to the top step (step 17) of the salary range.Learn more about where Mental Health Clinical Specialists can be found within our county:Behavioral Health DivisionAccess LineAdult Mental Health ServicesAlcohol & Other Drug ServicesAnyone, Anywhere, Anytime (A3) Community Crisis ResponseChildren's Mental Health ServicesChild/Family Mental Health ServicesChild Social Services AssessmentConservatorship GuardianshipFirst Hope ProgramHousing ServicesJuvenile Probation Mental Health ServicesMental Health Diversion ProgramMental Health Forensic ServicesOlder Adult Mental Health ServicesQuality Assurance/Utilization ReviewWrap Around ProgramAmbulatory Care and Health CentersGeorge & Cynthia Miller Wellness CenterPsychiatric Emergency Services and Inpatient PsychiatryDetention Mental HealthPublic Health DivisionHealth Care for HomelessSchool Based ClinicsThe eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six months. Minimum Qualifications Licenses Required: 1) Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicles Operators License. 2) Possession of one of the following professional licenses is required. Either:a. A valid license issued by the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as a:Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), orLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), orLicensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC); orb. A valid license as a Psychologist issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology. Substitution for License:Either:Possession of a Masters Degree in psychology or closely related behavioral science field from an accredited college or university, and registration with the State of California, Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC); orPossession of a Doctorate Degree in Psychology from an accredited college, university, or other educational institution accredited by the California State Board of Psychology.As a condition of continued employment, incumbents hired with either an AMFT, ASW, APCC, or a Doctorate in Psychology must obtain status as a LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or a licensed Psychologist, respectively, issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Psychology, within the time periods established by the licensing agencies. Selection Process Application Filing and Evaluation: All applicants must apply on-line and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.Training and Experience Evaluation: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will have their training and experience evaluated. The responses to the supplemental questions, at the time of filing, will be evaluated to determine each candidates relevant education, training, and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%).TENTATIVE EXAM DATESSupplemental questions will be evaluated on a bi-weekly basis. Responses to the supplemental questions are submitted at the time of application filing. The examination steps noted above may be changed in accordance with the County's Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.For recruitment questions, please contact exams@cchealth.org. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs' applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627. CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits 01 A completed supplemental questionnaire is required for this position. An application submitted without the supplemental questionnaire will be considered incomplete and will therefore be disqualified. Your supplemental questionnaire responses will be used to evaluate your education, training and experience as it relates to this position and will determine your score and rank on the employment list. You will receive a rating of 70% for meeting the minimum qualifications. Additional points will be awarded to candidates who possess job-related education, training, and experience beyond the minimum qualifications. I have read and fully understand the above information. Yes No 02 Indicate how you meet the minimum license requirement for this position: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I am a Licensed Psychologist. I completed a Masters Degree and registered as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) with the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences. I completed a Masters Degree and registered as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) with the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences. I completed a Masters Degree and registered as an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) with the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences. I completed a Doctorate Degree in Psychology from an institution accredited by the California State Board of Psychology. I do not have any of the options listed above. 03 List the following license/registration information: title, number, date issued and expiration date. 04 If in question 2 you indicated having doctorate degree in Psychology, list the name of the academic institution for which you have received the degree. 05 How many years of POST-GRADUATE experience do you have providing mental health services in an inpatient psychiatric setting? 2 or more years of experience as described 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described Less than 1 year of experience as described I do not have any experience as described. 06 How many years of POST-LICENSURE experience do you have providing mental health services in an inpatient psychiatric setting? 3 or more years of experience as described 2 years or more, but less than 3 years, of experience as described 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described Less than 1 year of experience as described I do not have any experience as described. 07 How many years of POST-GRADUATE experience do you have providing mental health services in a psychiatric emergency services setting? 2 or more years of experience as described 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described Less than 1 year of experience as described I do not have any experience as described. 08 How many years of POST-LICENSURE experience do you have providing mental health services in a psychiatric emergency services setting? 3 or more years of experience as described 2 years or more, but less than 3 years, of experience as described 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described Less than 1 year of experience as described I do not have any experience as described. 09 How many years of POST-GRADUATE experience do you have providing mental health services in an outpatient mental health setting? (not applicable to experience with private family practices) 2 or more years of experience as described 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described Less than 1 year of experience as described I do not have any experience as described. 10 How many years of POST-LICENSURE experience do you have providing mental health services in an outpatient mental health setting? (not applicable to experience with private family practices) 3 or more years of experience as described 2 years or more, but less than 3 years, of experience as described 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described Less than 1 year of experience as described I do not have any experience as described. 11 How many years of POST-GRADUATE experience do you have providing mental health services in a mental health residential setting? 2 or more years of experience as described 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described Less than 1 year of experience as described I do not have any experience as described. 12 How many years of POST-LICENSURE experience do you have providing mental health services in a mental health residential setting? 3 or more years of experience as described 2 years or more, but less than 3 years, of experience as described 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described Less than 1 year of experience as described I do not have any experience as described. 13 How many years of POST-GRADUATE experience do you have providing mental health services in a mental health detention facility setting? 2 or more years of experience as described 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described Less than 1 year of experience as described I do not have any experience as described. 14 How many years of POST-LICENSURE experience do you have providing mental health services in a mental health detention facility setting? 3 or more years of experience as described 2 years or more, but less than 3 years, of experience as described 1 year or more, but less than 2 years, of experience as described Less than 1 year of experience as described I do not have any experience as described. 15 ASSIGNMENT: Vacant positions are located in different program assignments within the Health Services Department. Indicate which assignment(s) you would be willing to accept. Your name will be referred only to the selected division(s). All Assignments A3 (Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime) Contra Costa Community Crisis Initiative Adult Outpatient Mental Health Older Adult Outpatient Mental Health Childrens Outpatient Mental Health Forensic Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Services Homeless Services Inpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Detention Psychiatric Emergency Services Public Health Division Behavioral Health Division Administration George Miller Wellness Center Conservatorship/Guardianship Program 16 LOCATION: Positions are located in various areas of the County. Indicate the areas in which you would accept employment. Your name will be referred only for those you check. All Locations Region 1 Central - Outpatient, Inpatient, Emergency Medical Services & Detention Facility (Concord/Martinez) Region 2 West - Outpatient, & Detention Facility (Richmond Area) Region 3 East - Outpatient & Detention Facility (Pittsburg, Antioch, Bay Point, Brentwood, Byron) 17 SHIFT AVAILABLITY: Indicate the shifts in which you would accept employment. Your name will be referred only for those you check. All Shifts Days Evening Night Rotating Various/Variable 18 TYPES OF EMPLOYMENT: Indicate the types of employment you desire. Your name will be referred only for those you check. Permanent Full-Time Permanent Part-Time Permanent Intermittent - Any position which requires the services of an incumbent for an indefinite period, but on an intermittent basis, as needed, paid on an hourly basis. Project Designation - engaged in a time-limited program or service by reason of limited or restricted funding Temporary Employment - Any employment in the Merit System which will require the services of an incumbent for a limited period of time, paid on an hourly basis, not in an allocated position or in permanent status. All Types of Employment 19 I certify that I meet the announced requirements for this examination and understand that I will be eliminated at any stage in such examination if it develops that, in fact I do not meet them. I further certify that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and the application are true and I agree and understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will cause forfeiture of my rights to employment with Contra Costa County. Yes No Required Question Employer County of Contra Costa Phone exams@cchealth.org