Senior Clinical Therapist - Homeless Housing Opportunity, Partnership, and Education (HHOPE)

Senior Clinical Therapist Homeless Housing Opportunity, Partnership, and Education (HHOPE)

Salary: $77,576.71 - $110,445.75 Annually Location: Riverside Job Type: Regular Job Number: 26-79746-07J Department: Behavioral Health Division Program: HHOPE CLIENT SERVICES

Opening Date: 03/23/2026 Closing Date: 4/6/2026 3:00 PM Pacific

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ABOUT THE POSITION Senior Clinical Therapist (LMFT, LCSW or LPC)

Homeless Housing Opportunity, Partnership, and Education (HHOPE) Homeless Housing Opportunity, Partnership, and Education, Riverside, CA

Riverside University Health Systems (RUHS) Behavioral Health departments (BH) Homeless Housing Opportunities, Partnership, and Education (HHOPE) program provides housing and homeless services to our department and the community at large. The HHOPE program works with consumers who struggle with housing instability, homelessness, co-occurring, behavioral health, medical, and substance abuse challenges. HHOPE provides a full continuum of housing and homeless services. HHOPE manages, coordinates, and monitors all programs providing housing support services.

Permanent support housing includes HUD grants, shelter plus care, mens grant, womens grant, The Path, The Place, and the MHSA projects Rancho Dorado and Vintage at Snowberry. Our Goal is also to partner with housing providers across the continuum of housing options to promote housing development, improve access to housing, and to ensure effective supportive housing services to persons served in Riverside County.

The Senior Clinical Therapist will:

• Provide supervision to unlicensed staff.
• Handle high-acuity, complex, or specialized cases that require more in-depth experience.
• Provide staff trainings.
• Collaborate with community partners and interdisciplinary teams to offer effective coordination of care.
• Ensure that documentation meets strict legal and professional standards.
• Support staff in handling high-risk situations, including specialized assessments and crisis situations.
• Be of support to program and program supervisors.

This position has a 9/80 schedule and will work in the field; therefore, a drivers license is required.

Under direction, performs the full range of therapeutic assignments related to the field of mental or behavioral health services and psychiatric social work, which includes:

• The design and implementation of personalized treatment plans.
• Individual and group psychotherapy.
• Evaluations and investigations.
• Professional counseling, as applicable by professional licensing law, in order to meet the needs of consumers or families with mental or emotional disorders.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The Senior Clinical Therapist is the lead/advanced journey level of the Clinical Therapist series. The Senior Clinical Therapist class has responsibility for providing clinical supervision, according to licensure and training, over unlicensed clinical staff. This classification is also responsible for performing, within the scope of licensure, the full range of psychotherapy and counseling services for individual consumers, couples, families, and groups exhibiting a variety of mental health and related disorders in a clinic or institutional setting. Assignments range from moderately difficult to the most complex and include serving in a lead capacity over and providing consultative support to other mental health treatment staff.

This classification is distinguished from the class of Mental Health Services Supervisor in that the latter class is the first line supervisor responsible for the planning or implementation of specialized mental health services. The Senior Clinical Therapist is further distinguished from the Clinical Therapist II in that the former is the lead level and may provide extensive clinical supervision, according to licensure and training, over unlicensed clinical staff.

For this recruitment, the position is eligible for a 10% DTR differential that is applied to hours physically worked. At any time, this differential can be removed. The certification list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill other future Senior Clinical Therapist vacancies within Behavioral Health that may occur in the coming weeks.

RUHS - Behavioral Health Meet the Team! Riverside University Health System - Behavioral Health is a leading provider of mental health and substance use services in Riverside County. With a dedicated team of professionals, including psychiatrists, clinicians, peer specialists, and paraprofessionals, RUHS-BH serves over 45,000 individuals annually.

We are committed to delivering culturally competent, evidence-based care across all ages. Our programs, including Mental Health Services, Substance Use Services, and the Public Guardians Office, address the diverse needs of our community.

At RUHS Behavioral Health, youll join a compassionate, innovative team where your skills make a real difference. We offer opportunities for growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact.

If youre passionate about advancing your career while improving mental health in Riverside County, RUHS Behavioral Health is the place for you!

For more information, please visit www.ruhealth.org/behavioral-health

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide extensive clinical supervision to unlicensed clinicians, within the scope of licensure.
• Monitor fidelity and provide clinical supervision and coaching for evidence-based treatment models.
• Develop mental health-related training curriculum and conduct training for clinical therapists and other departmental staff.
• Conduct clinical and quality improvement chart audits.
• Coordinate clinical decisions in response to operational demands.
• Conduct clinical discussions regarding complex or difficult cases.
• Act as a casework consultant to other clinical therapists and other departmental staff.
• Provide guidance to volunteers and staff.
• Serve as liaison with other sections, units, services, and agencies.
• Participate in mental health conferences and local area committees.
• Interview consumers, relatives, and other involved persons to gather personal and social data relevant to assessing mental or emotional disorders.
• Develop service plans with consumers; evaluate psychological, economic, vocational, educational, physical, health, socialization, and housing needs.
• Coordinate with other staff members (psychiatrists, psychologists, and other program staff) and community agencies in carrying out and designing treatment or rehabilitation plans.
• Assist consumers and other concerned individuals in understanding the nature of major psychological illnesses and their psychosocial effects.
• Assist consumers and their families in understanding and choosing options of mental health treatment.
• Initiate and conduct individual, collateral, group, and family therapy sessions.
• Perform specialized tasks including involuntary hospitalization procedures (5150) and Tarasoff assessments.
• Establish and maintain effective contact with local area mental health resources, including community members, parents, schools, residential facilities, and other agencies/organizations.
• Prepare reports and write correspondence.
• Respond to emergencies, within licensure, which may occur on the unit.
• Coordinate the flow of information and clinical data to ensure continuity in treatment or shift.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Two years of post-license professional experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting providing direct client services which must have included:

• Client assessment and evaluation.
• Development and implementation of appropriate treatment plans.
• Providing psychotherapy or mental health counseling.
• Providing indirect services involving information, consultation, and educational services to staff and community.

AND License: Possession of a valid license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Knowledge of:

• Psychological aspects of physical and emotional disturbances and mental deficiencies.
• Characteristics of emotional and mental disorders, including their effect on the individual in the community.
• Mental health local community resources and community support systems.
• Principles of clinical interviewing and methods of recording consumer information.
• Individual licensing law and the scope of professional practice governed by the same.
• Laws, rules, and regulations of publicly operated health and welfare programs.
• Principles and techniques for making psychosocial assessments.

Ability to:

• Effectively apply the principles and techniques of clinical therapy, including a variety of treatment modalities.
• Analyze consumer behavior and apply treatment or counseling techniques in a coordinated care social rehabilitation environment.
• Speak and write effectively.
• Provide crisis intervention.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and interpret data.
• Work effectively with a multicultural consumer and family population with diverse backgrounds and needs.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, their families, other staff members, and mental health organizations/agencies.
• Provide work direction and training to staff.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other professionals and to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Communicate the goals and objectives of the Countys mental and behavioral health services to members of the community and other interested individuals.
• Consult with and assist in the professional development and supervision of unlicensed clinical therapists, within the scope of appropriate licensure, and other mental health support staff.

License: Possession of a valid California Drivers License is required for this position.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Jeremy Holfort at (951) 955-5558 or jholfort@rivco.org. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting.

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For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation, or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

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MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE A choice of different medical, dental, and vision plans are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).

Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.

Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees: 1) Hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.

Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
• A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note: This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981, Option 2. If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If theres any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual)

• 0 < 3 years = 80 Hours (10 Days)
• 4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
• 10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days) Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for individuals who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave Benefits. The wage replacement rate is determined by current law, offering 60-70% of the wages earned during the SDI eligibility period.

Additionally, employees receive employer-paid Long-Term Disability Benefits, which cover 66.67% of pre-disability earnings, up to a maximum of $10,000 per month. There is a 365-day waiting period before these benefits become active. Employees may coordinate these benefits with other available leave balances to receive up to 100% of their regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01 Are you registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist? You must provide a copy of your certificate along with this application. Also please include your registration information with the Board of Behavioral Sciences under Licenses & Certifications. Yes / No

02 What is your License number with the board of behavioral sciences?

03 Do you possess two years of post-license professional experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting providing direct client services? Yes / No

04 This position will work in Riverside, CA. Are you interested in working in Riverside? Yes / No

05 What is your National Provider Identifier number (NPI#)? [Required]

Employer: County of Riverside Address: County Admin. Center, P.O. Box 1569, 4080 Lemon St., 7th floor, Riverside, California, 92502-1569 Phone: Contact Recruiter for Job Information Website: http://www.rc-hr.com