Clinical social worker jobs in Modesto, CA - 221 jobs

Job DescriptionBenefits: Flexible schedule Paid time off Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Careers Advancement We are looking for a qualified Social Worker to join our Adult Day Care Center team! You will play a crucial role in evaluating patients and developing individual treatment plans in collaboration with patients physicians. Operating with professional expertise and deep care for patients, you are a natural problem solver and self-starter. You enjoy working in fast-paced environments that afford you the autonomy to bring your best. Responsibilities Implement standards of care for medical social work services Participate in patients plans of care. Perform patient assessments and help develop a treatment plan with patients physicians Assess the psychosocial status of the patients as related to their illness Make Reassessments and quarterly reports to assess and continue the plans of care Plan interventions based on patient's needs and findings Maintain accurate and up-to-date records Qualifications Masters degree in social work with Minimum one year of experience in health care and social work Master's degree in psychology, Gerontology, or Counseling and one year experience providing social services in the field of aging, health, or long term care services. Bachelor's degree in social work with 2 years experience providing social services in one or more of fields of aging, HEALTH, OR LONG-TERM CARE SERVICES. Current CPR certification Valid drivers license Bilingual is a plus

Job DescriptionBenefits: Competitive salary Flexible schedule Paid time off Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Careers Advancement Job Summary We are looking for a qualified Child and Family Social Worker to join our team! You will be crucial in case management and developing individual treatment plans in collaboration with youth/children/non-minor dependents, Resource families and County Social Workers Responsibilities Orientations and training of potential resource family home applicants. Evaluation and assessment of the application of the potential resource family home. Evaluation and assessment of a child for placement and continued placement in a resource family home or licensed foster family home. Placement of the child in the resource family home or licensed foster family home. Development and updating of the Progress note, quarterly needs, services plan, incident reports, and other time-sensitive documentation and dissemination to appropriate channels. Supervision / Visitation of the placement of the child, including direct contact with the child and the resource families or foster family home licensee(s) in accordance with DSS, Title 22 policies and procedures. Provision of support services to resource families or foster family home licensees assigned to the social worker. Meet the core competency requirements. Familiarity with the CPS and Probation System. Familiarity with the Resource Family Approval Process Knowledge of the FFA Interim Licensing Standard Regulations (FFA ILS) Familiarity with the comprehensive assessment (SAFE Written Report). Assist in the transportation of foster children when the need arises. Oversee support groups and other agency events Attend weekly staff meetings both office and social work-related. Adhere to all legal, ethical, and professional standards of practice. Serve as a liaison between families, children, schools, and social services agencies. Respond to difficult cases of child abuse or emergency. Maintain contact/communication with county staff and other clinicians who work with children on ones caseload. Monitor supervised visits and calls Attend court hearings and provide testimony about clients. Attend TDM (team decision meetings) and CFT (child and family team) as well as attend providers' meetings. Attend training and workshops for continuing education. Social work personnel shall be responsible for the following Training of potential resource families as to the purposes, program methods, and goals of LifeCare Coalition Outreach, and to the State regulations governing our agencys policies and procedures. Development and updating of the Needs and Services Plan for each foster child placed in their caseload. Supervision of the placement of the child, including face-to-face weekly counseling and/or therapy with the child and the resource parent(s). Provision of support services to resource families assigned to the social worker. Maintaining regular contact with the County Case Managers Provide On-Call services on weekends and after office hours. Build relationships with clients and all those associated with them. Qualifications A Master's Degree from an accredited graduate school, in social work or social welfare, marriage & family therapy, marriage, family and child counseling, child psychology, child development, counseling psychology, social psychology, clinical psychology, educational psychology, or equivalent education. California Board of Behavioral Health registration: AMFT, ACSW, LMFT or LCSW accepted Bilingual in English and Spanish required Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work closely and develop strong relationships with diverse individuals. Effective time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Basic computer skills. Able to travel to program sites. Salary Starting pay $60,000 based on years of experience.

At Wayfinder Family Services, we understand the unique challenges facing some of our state's most vulnerable children, youth and adults. Those with disabilities, those without a home of their own, those who have been abused and many, many more. We answer the call for them. We believe in the amazing potential in, and for, each and every one of them. And, together, we find a way to turn that potential into reality. Program and Role Summary Wayfinder's Contra Costa Psycho Social Assessment program assesses resource families, including adoptive families, by completing resource family evaluations within county timeframes. The primary focus on the Social Worker, is to conduct resource family assessments for relative and non-relative families; and write the assessment in the county contract's allotted time. Psychosocial Assessment (PSA) Social Workers may also assist with finalizing the adoption for these families. This is a part-time position budgeted for 29 hours/week with a varied schedule (weekend and evening availability, as needed). The PSA Social Worker will provide support to both Contra Costa and Sonoma Counties, as needed. Primary Responsibilities: Assesses county-referred applicants to become an approved Resource Family. Conducts a home environment assessment, and psychosocial assessment, and prepare a written report. Incorporate an assessment of an applicant's mental health and substance abuse into the risk assessment. Provides ongoing assessments of family needs and makes appropriate referrals to services such as counseling, support groups, and other applicable services and coordinates with county workers and/or other community agencies to identify assistance funding services. Maintains accurate and thorough records of all services provided and document all assessments, meetings, decisions, and reports. Communicates needs, services, and progress with the referring agency, service provider, and applicants. Provides therapeutic interventions on an ongoing basis and during crises. Other duties as outlined in the position description. Qualifications Education and Experience: Master's Degree from an accredited university in social work or social welfare, marriage, family and child counseling, child psychology, child development, counseling psychology, or social psychology is required. Bilingual (Spanish), preferred. Valid CA Driver License with a minimum of three (3) years good driving history and must be approved by the agency's insurance carrier to drive agency vehicles. Benefits: Wayfinder is committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive which includes: Paid Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, 11 paid holidays, plus five winter holidays Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 4% Employee referral program: Encourage your colleagues to join us Education tuition assistance program: Invest in your career development Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible Flexible spending account (FSA) plans Eligibility and other benefits are outlined in plan documents Additional Benefits Offered for this role: Training and professional development Wayfinder Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment background and drug screenings.

Introduction NOW OFFERING $12,000 HIRING BONUSES! BONUSES PAID INCREMENTALLY OVER THREE YEARS THIS IS A CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION: The examination consists of an on-going review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and experience. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment and selection process may be used to fill future vacancies which may arise within the next year. This examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended. This examination may be reopened as necessary, and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. Applications will only be accepted on-line. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Vacancies at Santa Rita Jail are required to participate in pre-planned use of force incidents with Alameda County Sheriff's Office sworn staff, to include the facilitation of crisis intervention, de-escalation and therapeutic needs of a client. DESCRIPTION THE COUNTY Alameda County, located on the east side of San Francisco Bay, is California's seventh-largest county. The County employs 9,700 full-time employees and operates on an annual budget of $3.4 billion. Oakland, the County seat, is California's eighth-largest city. One and a half million people call Alameda County home and live in a variety of incorporated cities, unincorporated communities, and rural areas. As a major urban county, Alameda provides a full range of services to its citizens. The County is a blend of culturally and ethnically diverse communities, and its mixture of cosmopolitan and suburban areas provides the perfect environment for families and their active lifestyles. The County offers extensive cultural resources, countless recreational opportunities, and an array of fine public and private colleges and universities. ALAMEDA COUNTY HEALTH Alameda County Health is the local government agency that promotes and protects the health and well-being of all who live, work, learn, and play in Alameda County. We coordinate services and cultivate partnerships with community organizations and providers to help ensure access, organize, and deliver health care and services to people with Medi-Cal and without insurance, support resilient communities, and improve health for all. We focus on health equity by developing programs and systemic solutions that reduce disparities for the people and communities we serve. Alameda County Health's departments and programs focus on services and support that provide care for the whole person. The Behavioral Health Department provides mental health and substance use services for people with Medi-Cal and without insurance and supports people along their path to wellness, recovery, and resilience. The Environmental Health Department works to keep our air, water, and food safe; it regulates, protects, and promotes the health of everyone in Alameda County by enforcing environmental health codes to reduce exposure to toxins and diseases. The Public Health Department focuses on community and population-level health, preventing and addressing root causes of health inequity across a range of communicable and chronic diseases. Alameda County Health also provides services through Housing and Homelessness Services, Emergency Medical Services Agency, HealthPAC, and Healthy Schools and Communities. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT As part of Alameda County Health, the Behavioral Health Department supports people with Medi-Cal and without insurance living with serious mental illness and substance use conditions along their path toward wellness, recovery, and resiliency. We provide services through a network of contracted mental health and substance use providers and administer the State's resources and training for behavioral health providers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals. We advocate for our patients and families and create space for personal engagement in their care. We are outpatient specialists for mental health services for older adults and youth, substance use providers and treatment program specialists, advocates for quality improvement and patients' rights, and psychiatric and integrated health care providers. For more information about the Behavioral Health Department, please visit *************** THE POSITION This classification specification describes the entry-level of the Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician classification flexibly-staffed series. Incumbents of this classification under close supervision, provide mental health clinical services and forensically focused case management services to clients in a jail setting. Conducts mental health evaluations and assessments, including risk of harm to self and others; documents an individual's history and tendency for violence; provides crisis intervention and crisis stabilization; engages in consultation and implementation of pre-planned use of force with Sheriff's Deputies; conducts mental status examinations and formulate Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)-V related diagnoses; provides consultation to other programs and agencies on treatment needs and behavioral plans for forensic clients; provides discharge planning and perform other duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES This classification is a part of a two-level flexibly staffed class series of the Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician classification. This classification is located in the Health Care Services Agency, within the Adult Forensic Behavioral Health Program, in the County jail. Incumbents in this series report to a Forensic Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor or Forensic Behavioral Health Clinical Manager. Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician I's are expected to gain experience and demonstrate proficiency, which qualifies them to flexibly promote to the higher-level class after possession of the required State licensure from the applicable licensing authority. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Possession of a master's degree from a recognized college or university in social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, or in a closely related field. AND License/Registration: Possession of a valid registration as an Associate Social Worker, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Psychological Assistant/Associate, or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor from the applicable licensing authority (California Board of Behavioral Sciences or California Board of Psychology) with confirmed verification within six (6) months of hire date. Some positions in this class require a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Applicants must possess such license prior to appointment to such positions. Special Requirements: In compliance with the Administrative Simplification provision of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), employees in this classification are required to possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job. A thorough background investigation will be conducted of all prospective Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician I's to ensure they are suitable to work in a jail setting and must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance conducted by the Alameda County Sheriff's Office. Incumbents may be assigned to work day, evening, night, and rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays. In compliance with the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and the Federal Cures Act, Employees in this classification who are required to render direct specialty mental health services in the course of their assignment must successfully be enrolled in Provider Application and Validation for Enrollment (PAVE) web portal prior to commencing employment. Incumbents may be assigned to work day, evening, night, and rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE:\tThe level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the 'Examples of Duties' section of this specification. Knowledge of: Current theories, principles, and best practices for services to forensic clients with serious behavioral health care symptoms and diagnosis. Familiarity of best practices for a forensic population, such as criminogenic. Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology. Cultural and social factors affecting behavior patterns. Wellness, recovery, and resiliency-oriented strategies and supports. Dual recovery/co-occurring disorder treatment, screening, and assessment tools. Community needs, resources, and organizations related to behavioral health care. Clinical standards of practice and licensure requirements. Principles and practices of direct client service delivery in a jail setting. Principles of social needs, problems, attitudes, and behavioral patterns specific to criminal justice populations. Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations. Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment. Computer applications related to the work. Ability to: Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, community organizations, state hospitals, and criminal justice partners. Organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines. Interpret, explain, and apply regulations, policies, and procedures. Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Analyze, evaluate, and make sound decisions. Prepare clear, accurate, and effective reports, correspondence, and other written materials. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Work with a diverse population. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: 1) A review of applicants' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of the minimum qualifications. 2) Those candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and experience. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, ****************** Selection Plan THIS IS A CONTINUOUS, ACCELERATED EXAMINATION: The examination consists of an on-going review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and experience. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment and selection process may be used to fill future vacancies which may arise within the next year for this and other County Departments; this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended. This examination may be reopened as necessary, and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, @acgov.org, Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email boxes Noreply@jobaps.com and noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org are routed to unmonitored mailboxes. If you have questions, please go to our website at ****************** You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Nicole Lewis-Bolton, Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda ************** • ***************************** ***************** Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda 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 report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.

Job Description Apply Here: ****************************************************************************** The Substance Use Counselor Clinician I is dedicated to supporting individuals struggling with addiction and substance abuse. This role involves assessing clients' needs, developing personalized treatment plans, and providing therapeutic support to help clients achieve and maintain sobriety. The counselor will work closely with clients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to promote recovery and well-being. Qualifications: Clinician Trainee - Graduation from an accredited undergraduate program with major in social work, psychology, behavior analysis, or other related degree required. Clinician Trainee - Master of Arts or Master of Science degree in progress from an accredited graduate program with major in Social Work, Counseling, or other related degree required. These degrees must be license eligible (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) Clinician I - Master of Arts or Master of Science degree from an accredited graduate program with a major in Social Work, Counseling, or other related degree preferred. Clinician I - BBS registration as an ACSW, AMFT, or APCC. BBS registration, licenses, credentials or like certifications must remain active and valid with their governing entity, if applicable. One year of experience working as a Substance Abuse Counselor required. Knowledge of community resources preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Excel, Word. Bilingual preferred. Understanding of current evidenced based treatment specific to women in recovery. A valid California driver's license is required of staff who have regular driving duties, and the driving record must meet the requirements of their position and be approved by the agency's insurance company. Essential Job Functions Ability to communicate ideas in oral and written form. Protect and honor individual integrity through confidentiality. Ability to work in a harmonious manner with subordinates, supervisors, and others. Must possess knowledge of current issues and trends in substance use treatment and recovery. Ability to instruct in group and individual settings. Adhere to all applicable legal and ethical standards. Ability to work effectively with cultural/ethnic diversity. Physical, mental, and emotional health adequate to perform duties. Maintain current Medic First Aid certification and responds appropriately to medical incidents, ensuring the health and safety of clients and staff. Operate a vehicle for work-related activities, including visiting clients, attending meetings, and other necessary appointments or engagements. Responsibilities: Provide direct clinical services to clients. Utilize program specific screening tools, providing admission assessment and treatment planning for clients. Keep comprehensive clinical records that meet standards of the agency, The Joint Commission and contract. Maintain caseload of clients as primary counselor. Collaborate with the referring agency or other community agencies working with the client to coordinate treatment. Collect outcome data, including consumer satisfaction surveys, as required by the agency and contract. Must implement program goals and objectives to meet and maintain contractual requirements and productivity. Provide direct substance use treatment to clients. Facilitate group and individual substance use treatment and recovery services. Participate in scheduled peer review. Responsible for preventing and controlling infection. Responsible for maintaining a culture of quality and safety. Effectively use de-escalation skills and techniques for crisis prevention. Properly administer the C-SSRS to help prevent suicide Other: Attend all required meetings and trainings. Report any suspected child or dependent adult/elder abuse or neglect immediately to direct supervisor or utilize the chain of command if supervisor is unavailable. Report any client imminent danger to self or to others or gravely disabled immediately to direct supervisor or utilize the chain of command if supervisor is unavailable. Other duties as assigned.

At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It's a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team! We are actively looking to hire talented Psychologists in the area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.We offer Psychologists: Compensation range of $136K to $182K based on productivity Flexible work schedules. Telemedicine and in-person flexibility. Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP and more. Cash incentive bonus plan. Collegial work environment. Newly designed and modern offices. Full administrative support. Latest in digital technology. Strong work/life balance. Psychologists are a critical part of our clinical team. We're seeking Psychologists that are: Fully licensed and credentialed in California, including a Ph.D. or Psy.D. Experienced with caring for adult and/or child and adolescent populations. To learn more about this position contact Jackie at **************************** About LifeStance Health LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US. LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees. Our values:Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose. If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use ****************** or *************************** Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security. LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ****************** or by calling ***************. Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.

: Axis Community Health, a nonprofit established in 1972, provides comprehensive healthcare services to over 15,000 individuals across all age groups in the Tri-Valley area. The mission of Axis Community Health is to provide quality, affordable, accessible and compassionate health care services that promote the well-being of all members of the community. Our mission is rooted in delivering high-quality patient care, encompassing primary healthcare, mental health support, and dental services. We are committed to ensuring access to essential healthcare services for every member of our community, irrespective of financial status, living situation, or insurance coverage. Job Summary: The role of an Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) Staff Therapist is to provide direct clinical services to clients in a healthcare clinical setting. The therapist collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care, address mental health and behavioral concerns, and support clients in achieving optimal mental health outcomes. The role requires expertise in evidence-based therapeutic approaches and the ability to work with diverse populations across the lifespan. Qualifications: Master's or Doctoral degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field. Active licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or LPCC California Board of Behavioral Sciences OR Ph.D./Psy.D in Counseling or EdD (must be licensed as a Psychologist with the California Board of Psychology) OR Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. 2-5 years of post-licensure experience in a clinical setting, preferably in primary care, integrated care or community mental health, with strong training in integrated behavioral health. Knowledge of integrated care models, trauma-informed care, and cultural competence. Experience in providing therapy in healthcare or community-based health clinic settings is preferred. Proficiency in cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing or similar modalities. Experience providing psychotherapy in any of the following: group, children, individual families, couples. Ability to conduct short-term interventions (30 min. or 45 min. sessions). Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team in a medical setting. Experience working with individuals who have medical issues and co-morbid mental health conditions. Ability to manage a diverse caseload and provide care to patients with complex needs. Competence in using electronic health record (EHR) systems is a plus. Exceptional ability to create, clear, concise, and accurate documentation. Bilingual English/Spanish and/or other languages is highly desirable. Strong analytical, employee relations, interpersonal and collaboration skills. Excellent writing, business communication, editing, and proofreading skills. Ability to interact effectively and in a supportive manner with persons of all backgrounds. Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently as well as on a team with the ability to exercise sound independent judgment. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and a professional demeanor and must positively represent the organization at all times. Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships. Must be able to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate. Must be able to be at work regularly and on time. Must be a dynamic self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently or in a group setting. A can-do attitude and attention to detail with the ability to organize and multi-task effectively. Ability to type a minimum of 35 WPM with minimal errors. Must have good computer skills using Microsoft Office and the ability to use Axis departmental systems. Must be able to use office equipment (i.e. copier, fax, etc.). Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Provide individual, family, or group psychotherapy using evidence-based interventions. Maintain a minimum patient panel of 30 per week, conduct intake, counseling services with the intention of meeting specific treatment goals. Complete documentation using the electronic health record in a timely fashion while adhering to related laws and regulations for documentation. Offer guidance and training to new staff members or interns as required. Provide all services in accordance with accepted standards of care and Axis protocols within the parameters of agency contractual requirements. Conduct psychological testing, or assessments as requested - psychologists only. Assist medical providers in diagnostic clarification where needed. Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, diagnose mental health conditions, and develop treatment plans. Collaborate with primary care providers and other healthcare professionals to integrate behavioral health into overall care. Offer crisis intervention, case management, and referrals to community resources as needed. Participate in staff meetings, and attend other meetings and training events as assigned. May be required to perform other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned. Benefits: *Loan repayment application - up to $50K for the first 2 years through the National Health Service Corp Program (HPSA score is 21). Generous stipend to cover licensing and continuing education costs. Paid time off to complete continuing education. Employer paid health, dental, and vision benefits to the employee. Option to participate in a 403(B) retirement plan with employer matching contribution. 12 paid holidays. Accrued paid time off with each pay period. Employee discount programs. *As a Primary Care Provider with Axis Community Health you may qualify for up to $50,000 in loan repayment in exchange for a two-year service commitment. Connect with Axis: Company Page: ************************** Facebook: ******************************************** LinkedIn: ****************************************************** Annual Gratitude Report: ************************************************************** Physical, Cognitive, and Environmental Working Conditions: Work is normally performed in a typical clinic office work environment (and, in some cases, telecommuting sites). The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position if the accommodation request does not cause an undue hardship. Physical: Occasionally required to carry/lift/push/pull/move up to 20lbs. Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing, writing, reaching over the shoulder, reaching over the head, reaching outward, sitting, walking on various surfaces, standing, and bending. Occasional travel to other Axis health centers and other occasional travel will be required. Equipment: Frequently required to use repetitive motion of hands and feet to operate a computer keyboard, telephone, copier, and other office equipment for extended periods. Sensory: Frequently required to read documents, written reports, and signage. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise, as in answering the phone, interacting with staff etc. Must be able to speak clearly, understand normal communication, and be understood. Must be able to see clearly and have the ability to judge distances and spatial relationships to see objects where and as they actually are. Cognitive: Must be able to analyze the information being received, count accurately, concentrate and focus on the given task, summarize the information being received, accurately interpret written data, synthesize information from multiple sources, write summaries as needed, interpret written or verbal instructions, and recognize social or professional behavioral cues. Environmental Conditions: Frequent exposure to varied office (medical clinic/office) environments. Rare exposure to dust and loud noises. Disclaimer: This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, Axis Community Health reserves the right to modify or change the requirements of the job based on business necessity. 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Job Title: Social Worker (Children) Working Hours: Hybrid Rate: £181.02 per day An experienced Social Worker is required to join Stockton MASH Service (Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub) As a MASH Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in assessing and triaging child safeguarding contacts, collaborating with professionals, and ensuring timely support for families. Responsibilities: As a Social Worker, you will be part of a co-located multi-agency team, including representatives from Greater Manchester Police, Health, Community Safety, Adult Social Care, IDVA, and the Prevention Hub, facilitating effective communication between partner agencies. You will communicate with families, partner agencies, and the public to gather details and make strong, evidence-based decisions in line with practice standards and statutory duties. You will understand statutory social worker functions and confidently make informed threshold decisions. Responsibilities include answering and screening calls, collecting and collating relevant information, recording, interpreting, and presenting Social Care information, and participating in MASH information sharing to inform case management and present challenges when appropriate. You will escalate evidence of inappropriate referrals to the duty service and make professional judgments based on the information gathered. Benefits of the role: • Non-case holding office based role • Stable management team • Receive regular supervision • Chance for experienced Social Workers to go down a different career path What we are looking for in a Social Worker: • Social Work England registration • Eligible to work in the UK • Hold a full UK license • Post-qualified experience • Degree level or equivalent in Social Work How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your application through the Liquid Personnel website or for more information get in touch with Erika Taylor on 01615436964 , erika.taylor@liquidpersonnel.com Why Liquid Personnel? We offer a ‘Faster Pay' service to get you paid more quickly, along with twice weekly payroll and an internal ‘hours' team. Enjoy our free DBS and compliance service, and gain access to a specialist consultant and exclusive roles not available from other agencies. Benefit from free access to Liquid's exclusive social work training and CPD portal, and work with your own dedicated consultant who has extensive social work knowledge. We provide access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK. Plus, take advantage of our “Refer a Friend” bonus, earning £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place, and our “Find your own job” bonus, earning £250 for bringing your own position to us. Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List. GH: 256000 BH: 186011

Are you a Clinical Psychologist looking to make an impact? This setting may surprise you, in the best way. Why Skilled Nursing? Why Now? Many psychologists never imagine themselves working in skilled nursing facilities. Not because they wouldn't be good at it, but because no one ever explained what it actually looks like. And yet, the signs are clear it's a setting where they are much needed: With adults 65+ projected to reach 20% of the U.S. population by 2030, demand for psychologists in skilled nursing is growing. Older nursing home residents have high rates of mental health and cognitive needs, creating a critical need for specialized psychological care in the setting. At Executive Mental Health (EMH), we focus specifically on quality mental healthcare in the skilled nursing facility setting. For 30 years, EMH has offered high -impact, , human -centered work to residents who are often overlooked by the mental health system. We serve individuals navigating: · Serious mental illness · Cognitive decline and neuropsychiatric conditions · Medical complexity and disability · Trauma, grief, identity loss, and profound transitions · End of life issues The Role: Psychology Where It Counts As a Clinical Psychologist at EMH, you will not be isolated in an office all day. You become part of a milieu within the skilled nursing facilities in which you would work. This is psychology that: · Prevents hospitalizations · Reduces behavioral crises · Supports staff under pressure · Restores dignity to residents who feel forgotten What You'll Be Doing Your work will be meaningful, varied, and grounded in clinical excellence. You will: · Assess, diagnose, and treat residents in skilled nursing facilities · Provide psychological services to geriatric, disabled, and medically complex populations · Manage an active caseload with support from your clinical manager and administrative team · Collaborate closely with facility staff, offering consultation, guidance, and in -services · Complete documentation aligned with medical necessity and Medicare standards It's clinical practice without worrying about fee splitting, overhead costs, or stressing about billing and dealing with insurance companies. Most importantly, you won't be working alone: EMH has built systems around our clinicians so you can focus on care. Requirements Who This Role Is For This role is for psychologists who: · Hold a PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology · Are licensed in California · Are Medicare -eligible (we assist with credentialing and paneling) · Value evidence -based practice and clinical flexibility · Are comfortable working with complexity and ambiguity · Want autonomy without isolation, and support without micromanagement You don't need prior SNF or geriatric experience. What you need is curiosity, compassion, and the ability to see the person behind the chart. Benefits What You'll Gain · Flexible schedules with true work-life balance · Competitive W -2 salary + bonus structure for full -time clinicians · Medical, dental, retirement with employer match, childcare reimbursement · Vacation and sick pay · Coverage of license fees and CE costs, plus access to in -house CEs · A fully supported home office setup (laptop, printer, IT support) · Ongoing clinical consultation with experienced, collaborative colleagues · Real opportunities for professional growth in a stable, mission -driven organization To apply or learn more, please send your CV (cover letter optional) to *****************. We look forward to meeting you!

Mathiesen Memorial Health Clinic is a non-profit Tribal Federally Qualified Health Center owned by the Chicken Ranch Rancheria band of the Me-Wuk Indians. We are nestled in the picturesque Sierra Nevada foothills and just 60 minutes from Yosemite National Park. MMHC is a rapidly growing medical team specializing in primary care, dermatology, gastroenterology and hepatology, behavioral health, addiction treatment, acupuncture, and dentistry. Your meaningful work will make a difference! Position Summary The Clinical Psychologist is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with mental, emotional, behavioral, educational, and developmental disorders. Under the supervision of the CEO and Clinic Administrator, the Clinical Psychologist adheres to Mathiesen Memorial Health Clinic's mission and values and follows all policies and procedures to ensure excellent patient care. Essential Duties Makes assessments and interpretations based on biopsychosocial evaluations, semi-structured interviews, therapy sessions, and psychometric tests. Formulates and creates personalized interventions, treatments, and patient management plans. Provides psychotherapy for individuals (children, adolescents, adults), couples, families, and groups. Diagnoses and treats various mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Conducts case management and other administrative tasks as needed. Provides referral services to outside agencies, clinics, and treatment facilities. Administers psychological tests and determines results. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to promote an integrated and team-based approach to patient care. Maintains confidentiality of patients' treatment and records per the Board of Behavioral Science law and ethical code, California state law and ethics, and HIPAA. Participates in clinical training seminars to maintain adherence to policies and procedures. Maintains appropriate documentation of clinical and therapeutic services, including all necessary billing information, within the electronic health record and completes it promptly. Maintains and updates professional knowledge and proficiency through continuing education, staff meetings, workshops, and serving on committees. Education and Skills Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or equivalent. Current CA state license 2+ years' experience in counseling psychology, primary care, or other agency preferred Current CPR Knowledge of psychological theory and practice Excellent written and verbal communication skills Interest in how people think and process information Ability to empathize with a wide range of people Listening skills Capacity for handling stressful and possible volatile situations Ability to form connections with a diverse population In-depth knowledge and experience in individual, couples, family, and group psychology Ability to work as an effective team member; function independently; exercise sound judgment and initiative. Ability to effectively communicate treatment information, test results, diagnoses, and other relevant patient information in a manner easily accessible and understood by patients Ability to evaluate the progress of therapeutic treatment and to make individual modifications as needed Knowledge of psychological test administration, scoring, and interpretation Ability to maintain emotional stability and practice self-care to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other work-related stressors Physical Requirements Bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching above or below the shoulder. Handling/grasping documents, medical and office equipment. Sitting or standing for short or extended periods. Clear speaking and adequate hearing to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in person and on the telephone. Vision sufficient to read source materials and computer screen data, with or without corrective lenses. Repetitive motions for computer equipment use. The ability to handle time constraints and emotional stress well is necessary. Reasonable accommodations will be given to qualified disabled applicants under Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,29 U.S. Code 791, Title 29, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Working Conditions Outpatient clinic setting. Monday through Friday, no weekends. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to odors and airborne particles, as well as the potential risk of airborne pathogens. Exposure to body fluids and viruses is also a potential hazard of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Mathiesen Memorial Health Clinic is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Introduction This examination is being given to fill one vacancy with Correction Health Services and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a law enforcement background, physical, and drug screening. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: * Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. * Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. * New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) TYPICAL DUTIES * Plans, assigns and directs the work of a unit of professional and/or para-professional staff in the performance of social casework; may perform clinical supervision. * Works with mentally ill, disabled or emotionally handicapped individuals in team treatment programs. * Makes or reviews decisions on difficult casework matters; participates in interdisciplinary diagnostic and dispositional conferences to determine nature of illness and recommend treatment plans. * Plans and implements treatment methods and service components; performs clinical assessments; provides clinical monitoring and quality control services. * Assists in the development of community resources for all programs; confers with other services and relevant agencies. * Assists and participates in the development and delivery of in-service training and staff development programs. * May be responsible for coordinating a client caseload requiring clinical case management and providing related services in office and/or field settings. * Coordinates and conducts audits, reviews, monitoring, and analysis to formulate recommendations for maximizing effectiveness and compliance of service delivery. * May assist management in the oversight and monitoring of contracts. * Evaluates the effectiveness of policies and procedures. * May direct research studies. * Prepares and maintains correspondence and reports. * Speaks before interested groups on specific health care programs and services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I Special Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. OR PATTERN II Special Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid license as a Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology. AND FOR BOTH PATTERNS Education: Graduation from an accredited university with a master's or doctorate degree in social work, counseling, psychology or other course of study acceptable to the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences towards licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Psychologist. Experience: Three years of progressively responsible counseling or therapy in clinical or treatment casework experience to include six months as a licensed LCSW, MFT, LPCC or Psychologist. License: Possession of a valid California driver's license if required by the nature of the assignment. KNOWLEDGE Principles of supervision and training; methods and techniques of giving casework consultation to staff members; laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of public social services agencies and the various specialized assistance programs; community public and private agency resources; social services research methods and techniques. ABILITY Plan, organize and supervise the work of subordinate clinicians and related staff; work cooperatively with fellow employees and the general public; organize and interpret data pertinent to caseload management; interpret program goals; apply casework skills and knowledge to meet goals; communicate effectively; write clear, concise reports; effectively use related computer applications; interpret laws that apply to program. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org). Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021. Health Insurance: San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance: The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance: The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at ************* under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance: The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan: This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan: Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at ************** for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees' Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation: The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation: Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays: Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave: 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive: An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave: 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase: New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing: Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program: Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities: Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: * Written Exam: The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Oral Exam: The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at ************** prior to the examination date. Veteran's Points: Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: * September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 * June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 * August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 * Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. * Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. * Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. * Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; * They are related to the Appointing Authority or * The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: *************/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: ************** Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at **************. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. (The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division). San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer: San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to *************/department/hr/eeo. Click on a link below to apply for this position:

Hospice of San Joaquin is the oldest not-for-profit hospice, with over 45 years of service. We serve all of San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties. We are committed to continuing to be the leader in ensuring the quality of the journey, from a serious illness through the end of life, and to honor our mission by honoring life, ensuring that patients and their Caregivers are the focus of everything we do. We are seeking a Dynamic, self-motivated Social Worker, MSW, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and supports our mission. This is a Full-Time position. POSITION PURPOSE/SUMMARY: Provides psychosocial support, counseling, and bereavement support to patients, families, and caregivers, and identifies and coordinates community resource needs. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY CLINICAL SERVICES: Ensure that patient/family psychosocial issues are addressed and that community resource needs are identified for each patient/family. 1. Performs and completes patient/family psychosocial assessments consistent with Hospice of San Joaquin's Policies and Procedures. 2. Contribute to the IDT in establishing the plan of care on the basis of a complete and ongoing psychosocial assessment. 3. Provides direct clinical treatment services to patients/families, as indicated by diagnostic management and plan of care. Such services include, but are not limited to, case management and/or counseling. 4. Provides clinical consultation to the IDT members and health care staff and collaborates with community referral agencies/persons, observing confidentiality regulations and policies. 5. Identifies and coordinates community referrals required to support or enhance the treatment of patients/families. 6. Documents clinical services rendered to or on behalf of the patient/family according to Hospice of San Joaquin's policies and procedures. 7. Participates in weekly IDT meetings. 8. Works with the Bereavement Coordinator or as the Bereavement Coordinator designee to provide bereavement and/or anticipatory grief counseling/therapy to patients/families. 9. Facilitates Caregiver and Bereavement Support Groups for patients/families and the community. TEACHING AND SUPERVISION: Facilitates understanding of Hospice and issues of grief/loss for patients/families, staff, and volunteers. 1. Educates patients, families, and other professionals about Hospice philosophy and services as defined by Hospice of San Joaquin's Policies. 2. Educates IDT members regarding psychological, social, and spiritual issues of terminal illness, loss, and grief. 3. Orients and assists in monitoring and supervising Social Work students and new employees. 4. Participates in the training of patient care volunteers and appropriate community groups/agencies regarding the psychosocial and spiritual components of Hospice care. 5. Attends and participates in the in-service training provided by Hospice of San Joaquin quarterly. Periodically conducts in-service training for staff and volunteers, and/or helps the staff in arranging in-service education relating to Social Work. IDT COLLABORATION AND COMMUNICATION: Ensure continuity of care to patients/families by effectively collaborating and communicating with IDT members and the patient/family/caregivers. 1. Attends IDT weekly meetings and actively participates in discussions related to patient family care, including psychosocial, spiritual, grief, and bereavement. 2. Recognizes the knowledge, skills, and input of each discipline represented on the team and advocates for the most appropriate team member(s) intervention(s) with the patient/family/caregivers. 3. Communicates with the primary physician, IDT members, and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and optimal use of resources for the patient/family. 4. Identifies the need for consulting with other team members and volunteers regarding patient/family issues and follows through. 5. Functions as a patient/family advocate. 6. Interacts with IDT and other health care professionals to promote and enhance positive relationships. 7. Identifies and communicates specific Hospice learning needs to the Patient Care Coordinator and contributes to plans to meet these needs. 8. Contributes to annual volunteer evaluation for individuals with whom he/she has interacted. Qualifications PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: 1. Health Screening 2. TB Screening 3. Hepatitis B Series offered 4. Background Check 5. Reference Check 6. Immunizations 7. Drug Screening JOB QUALIFICATIONS 1. Must have a Master of Social Work Degree from a graduate school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. 2. Knowledge of group process and ability to facilitate an IDT approach to clinical and administrative duties. 3. Skilled in both written and verbal communication. 4. Knowledge of community resources. 5. Knowledge of child and elder abuse reporting requirements and other significant legislation and laws relating to Hospice practice. 6. Knowledge and understanding of the individual, child, and family development, human behavior and communication, the influence of culture and values of Social Work practice, psychotherapy, case management, and the relationship between Social Work practice and medicine. 7. Computer literacy in word processing on the IBM compatibles is preferred. 8. CPR Training 9. Spanish Bilingual a plus. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 1. Vehicle - Ability and willingness to drive own vehicle, have a valid California driver's license, and have automobile insurance, which meets State standards. All employee volunteers, consultants, and consultant volunteers who drive need to provide Hospice of San Joaquin evidence of insurance. This is necessary to be covered on the agency's non-owned auto policy. 2. Mobility - Frequent operation of a keyboard and sitting for long periods of time; occasional standing for long periods of time, walking, pushing/pulling, bending/squatting, driving, climbing ladders or stairs, and crawling. 3. Frequency of Lifting - Occasional lifting of 5 to 35 lbs. 4. Visual Requirements - Constant use of overall vision; the frequent need for color perception, hand/eye coordination, reading/close-up work, and field of vision. 5. Hearing/Talking - Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing the telephone, talking in person and on the telephone; occasional hearing of faint sounds. 6. Emotional/Physiological Factors - Frequent public contact, decision-making, concentration, and working alone; occasional exposure to emergency situations (including death), heights, and hazardous materials. 7. Ability to participate in the evaluation(s) of own performance by identifying strengths and weaknesses and by developing a plan to improve areas of weakness. 8. Environmental Conditions - Occasional exposure to noise, dirt, dust, smoke, fumes, poor ventilation, cold, and heat. We offer a great benefits package to our staff, such as: Competitive hospice industry compensation Benefits package with multiple plan offerings and generous employer contribution 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match AFLAC insurance plans Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Fitness Center membership discount Employee Assistance Programs (ESP) Supportive work culture which encourages work-life balance Paid Time Off (PTO) Monthly mileage reimbursement Employee Referral Program If you are interested in being part of a dynamic team and helping us continue to be the leader in ensuring the quality of the journey, from a serious illness through end of life, and to honor our mission by honoring life by ensuring patients and their Caregivers are the focus of everything we do, we encourage you to apply. To learn more about Hospice of San Joaquin, please visit our website at ***************************

Introduction NOW OFFERING $12,000 HIRING BONUSES! BONUSES PAID INCREMENTALLY OVER THREE YEARS THIS IS A CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION: The examination consists of an on-going review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and experience. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment and selection process may be used to fill future vacancies which may arise within the next year. This examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended. This examination may be reopened as necessary, and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. Applications will only be accepted on-line. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Vacancies at Santa Rita Jail are required to participate in pre-planned use of force incidents with Alameda County Sheriff's Office sworn staff, to include the facilitation of crisis intervention, de-escalation and therapeutic needs of a client. Qualified bilingual persons who speak English and are also fluent in: Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Laotian, Korean, Mien, Tagalog, Amharic, Farsi, Dari, Tigrigna, Russian, Romanian or Sign Languages are especially encouraged to apply. There is an additional biweekly compensation for persons in positions designated bilingual. Qualified candidates may be tested to demonstrate language proficiency. DESCRIPTION THE COUNTY Alameda County, located on the east side of San Francisco Bay, is California's seventh-largest county. The County employs 9,700 full-time employees and operates on an annual budget of $3.4 billion. Oakland, the County seat, is California's eighth-largest city. One and a half million people call Alameda County home and live in a variety of incorporated cities, unincorporated communities, and rural areas. As a major urban county, Alameda provides a full range of services to its citizens. The County is a blend of culturally and ethnically diverse communities, and its mixture of cosmopolitan and suburban areas provides the perfect environment for families and their active lifestyles. The County offers extensive cultural resources, countless recreational opportunities, and an array of fine public and private colleges and universities. ALAMEDA COUNTY HEALTH Alameda County Health is the local government agency that promotes and protects the health and well-being of all who live, work, learn, and play in Alameda County. We coordinate services and cultivate partnerships with community organizations and providers to help ensure access, organize, and deliver health care and services to people with Medi-Cal and without insurance, support resilient communities, and improve health for all. We focus on health equity by developing programs and systemic solutions that reduce disparities for the people and communities we serve. Alameda County Health's departments and programs focus on services and support that provide care for the whole person. The Behavioral Health Department provides mental health and substance use services for people with Medi-Cal and without insurance and supports people along their path to wellness, recovery, and resilience. The Environmental Health Department works to keep our air, water, and food safe; it regulates, protects, and promotes the health of everyone in Alameda County by enforcing environmental health codes to reduce exposure to toxins and diseases. The Public Health Department focuses on community and population-level health, preventing and addressing root causes of health inequity across a range of communicable and chronic diseases. Alameda County Health also provides services through Housing and Homelessness Services, Emergency Medical Services Agency, HealthPAC, and Healthy Schools and Communities. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT As part of Alameda County Health, the Behavioral Health Department supports people with Medi-Cal and without insurance living with serious mental illness and substance use conditions along their path toward wellness, recovery, and resiliency. We provide services through a network of contracted mental health and substance use providers and administer the State's resources and training for behavioral health providers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals. We advocate for our patients and families and create space for personal engagement in their care. We are outpatient specialists for mental health services for older adults and youth, substance use providers and treatment program specialists, advocates for quality improvement and patients' rights, and psychiatric and integrated health care providers. For more information about the Behavioral Health Department, please visit *************** THE POSITION This classification describes the journey level of the Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician classification flexibly-staffed series. Incumbents of this classification under general direction, provide mental health clinical services and forensically focused case management services to clients in a jail setting. Conducts mental health evaluations and assessments, including risk of harm to self and others; documents an individual's history and tendency for violence; provides crisis intervention and crisis stabilization, engages in consultation and implementation of pre-planned use of force with Sheriff's Deputies; conducts mental status examinations and formulate Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)-V related diagnoses; provides consultation to other programs and agencies on treatment needs and behavioral plans for forensic clients; provides discharge planning and perform other duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES This position is the journey-level classification within the Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician flexibly staffed class series. This classification is located in the Healthcare Services Agency, within the Adult Forensic Behavioral Health Program, in the County jail. Incumbents in this series report to a Forensic Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor or Forensic Behavioral Health Clinical Manager. Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician II is distinguished from the lower-level classification of Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician I in that latter performs entry-level clinician duties while the former is performing journey-level clinician duties in this series. Incumbents in this class are licensed clinicians and perform duties involving considerable latitude and independence of judgment under minimal supervision. Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician II may provide direction and assistance to Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician I and graduate interns. This class is distinguished from the next higher class of Forensic Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor in that the latter class has supervisory responsibilities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Experience: The equivalent of six (6) months of full-time satisfactory experience in the Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician I or Behavioral Health Clinician I classification in the Alameda County classified service. OR II Education: Possession of a master's degree from an accredited school in social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, counseling, nursing, or related field. AND Experience: The equivalent of six (6) months of full-time post license experience as a behavioral health/mental health clinician providing clinical and/or case management services. License/Certification: All incumbents at the Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician II level must possess a valid clinical license from the applicable licensing authority: California Board of Behavioral Sciences, California Board of Psychology, or California Board of Registered Nursing. Some positions in this class require a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Applicants must possess such license prior to appointment to such positions. Special Requirements: In compliance with the Administrative Simplification provision of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), employees in this classification are required to possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job. In compliance with Medicare regulations, eligible licensed clinicians in this classification are required to complete the "Medicare Enrollment Process for Physicians and Non-Physician Practitioners" through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, prior to their first day on the job. Active enrollment in Medicare is a condition of employment. Failure to attain or maintain active enrollment will result in termination. A thorough background investigation will be conducted of all prospective Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician II's to ensure they are suitable to work in a jail setting and must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance conducted by the Alameda County Sheriff's Office. Incumbents may be assigned to work day, evening, night, and rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays. NOTE:\tThe Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE:\tThe level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the 'Examples of Duties' section of this specification. Knowledge of: Current theories, principles, and best practices for services to forensic clients with serious behavioral health care symptoms and diagnosis. Familiarity of best practices for a forensic population, such as criminogenic. Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology. Cultural and social factors affecting behavior patterns. Wellness, recovery, and resiliency-oriented strategies and supports. Dual recovery/co-occurring disorder treatment, screening, and assessment tools. Community needs, resources, and organizations related to behavioral health care. Clinical standards of practice and licensure requirements. Principles and practices of direct client service delivery in a jail setting. Principles of social needs, problems, attitudes, and behavioral patterns specific to criminal justice populations. Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations. Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment. Computer applications related to the work. Ability to: Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, community organizations, state hospitals, and criminal justice partners. Organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines. Interpret, explain, and apply regulations, policies, and procedures. Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Analyze, evaluate, and make sound decisions. Prepare clear, accurate, and effective reports, correspondence, and other written materials. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Work with a diverse population. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: 1) A review of applicants' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of the minimum qualifications. 2) Those candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and experience. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, ****************** Selection Plan THIS IS A CONTINUOUS, ACCELERATED EXAMINATION: The examination consists of an on-going review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaires to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will be placed on the eligible list based on an evaluation of education, training, and experience. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment and selection process may be used to fill future vacancies which may arise within the next year for this and other County Departments; this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended. This examination may be reopened as necessary, and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, @acgov.org, Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email boxes Noreply@jobaps.com and noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org are routed to unmonitored mailboxes. If you have questions, please go to our website at ****************** You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Nicole Lewis-Bolton, Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda ************** • ***************************** ***************** Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda 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 report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.

Job Description Apply Here: ****************************************************************************** The Clinician provides comprehensive mental health services to clients, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of emotional and behavioral issues. This role involves delivering individual and group therapy, developing and implementing personalized treatment plans, and working collaboratively with agency partners. Additionally, the Clinician collaborates with clients to develop effective strategies for enhancing their lives and relationships, fostering overall mental well-being. Qualifications: 1. Clinician Trainee - Graduation from an accredited undergraduate program with major in social work, psychology, behavior analysis, or other related degree required. 2. Clinician Trainee - Master of Arts or Master of Science degree in progress from an accredited graduate program with major in Social Work, Counseling, or other related degree required. These degrees must be license eligible (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC). 3. Clinician I - Master of Arts or Master of Science degree from an accredited graduate program with major in Social Work, Counseling, or other related degree required. These degrees must be license eligible (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC). 4. BBS registration, licenses, credentials or like certifications must remain active and valid with their governing entity, if applicable. 5. One year of experience working with children preferred. 6. Knowledge of community resourced preferred. 7. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Excel, Word. 8. Bilingual preferred. 9. A valid California driver's license is required of staff who have regular driving duties and the driving record must meet the requirements of their position and be approved by the agency's insurance company. Essential Job Functions: 1. Certifications must remain active and valid with their governing entity, if applicable. 2. Ability to communicate ideas in oral and written form. 3. Protect and honor individual integrity through confidentiality. 4. Ability to work in a harmonious manner with subordinates, supervisors, and others 5. Ability to instruct in group and individual settings. 6. Physical, mental and emotional health adequate to perform duties. 7. Adhere to all applicable legal and ethical standards. 8. Ability to work effectively with cultural/ethnic diversity. 9. Operate a vehicle for work-related activities, including visiting clients, attending meetings, and other necessary appointments or engagements Responsibilities: 1. Provide direct clinical services to clients. 2. Utilize program specific screening tools, providing admission assessment and treatment planning for clients. 3. Keep comprehensive clinical records that meet standards of the agency, The Joint Commission and contract. 4. Collaborate with the referring agency or other community agencies working with the client to coordinate treatment. 5. Collect outcome data and consumer satisfaction data as required by the agency and contractor. 6. Must implement program goals and objectives to meet and maintain contractual requirements and productivity. 7. Effectively navigate and utilize all required electronic health records (EHR). 8. Schedule and participate in community outreach, education, and presentations. 9. Utilize LOCUS and Child Adolescent Needs and Strengths tool for treatment planning. 10. Participate in scheduled peer review. 11. Responsible for preventing and controlling infection. 12. Responsible for maintaining a culture of quality and safety. 13. Effectively use de-escalation skills and techniques for crisis prevention. 14. Properly administer the C-SSRS to help prevent suicide. 15. Interaction is appropriate and sensitive to client's culture. Interaction is appropriate with client's developmental level. Summary: We are a nonprofit organization with a mission to strengthen families and communities by transforming lives! We are currently recruiting for (2) Clinician Trainee/ Clinician for our North Modesto, Family Resource Center, who are ready to make a difference in the lives of others. Why Sierra Vista? Our supportive, caring environment extends not only to our clients and families, but to our valued staff as well. Employees from a number of disciplines work together in a collaborative, stimulating environment that is a model for quality care. Sierra Vista Child & Family Services offers: Health Insurance Coverage - SVCFS offers a comprehensive health benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision coverage, and an employer paid life insurance policy. 2 weeks of vacation, 11 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days upon accrual. Employee Assistance Plan with Unlimited access to professional consultants for money management, family counseling, legal advice and many other areas. Optional 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching. Clinical Supervision for state licensure. Opportunities for growth and professional development. Non-profit Student Loan Forgiveness. Salary Increases each year. Supportive/collaborative work environment. Discounts are available to employees for gym memberships, with cell phone plan providers and other discounted perks.

Job Title: Social Worker (Children) Working Hours: Hybrid Rate: £265 per day Liquid Personnel is currently recruiting a Qualified Social Worker to join Stockton on Tees in their Duty & Assessment Team Responsibilities: As a Social Worker within the Assessment Team, you will work to prevent safeguarding concerns, investigate significant harm, and use legislation to protect service users. You will assess and meet the needs of individuals, families, and carers through therapeutic work, care planning, and management. Managing a caseload, you will make complex decisions, plan, evaluate, and review casework. You will handle complex situations with multi-agency input and significant risk factors. Ensuring appropriate care, you will innovate with resources and supervise service users. You will provide expert witness in court, work with various agencies, and influence case outcomes. You will mentor less experienced Social Workers, manage your workload, and stay updated with best practices. You will participate in training, identify learning needs, and uphold Social Work ethical principles. Maintaining accurate records, you will produce high-quality assessments and support council policies on equality and anti-oppressive practice. As a Social Worker within the Assessment Team, you are required to: Hold a Social Work England registration Be eligible to work in the UK Hold a full UK license Social Work Qualification, degree or equivalent At least 2 years' experience as a social worker within children's services How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your application through the Liquid Personnel website or get in touch with us for more information. Why Liquid Personnel? We offer a ‘Faster Pay' service to get you paid more quickly, along with twice weekly payroll and an internal ‘hours' team. Enjoy our free DBS and compliance service, and gain access to a specialist consultant and exclusive roles not available from other agencies. Benefit from free access to Liquid's exclusive social work training and CPD portal, and work with your own dedicated consultant who has extensive social work knowledge. We provide access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK. Plus, take advantage of our “Refer a Friend” bonus, earning £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place, and our “Find your own job” bonus, earning £250 for bringing your own position to us. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List. BH-179532 GH-23311

Mathiesen Memorial Health Clinic is a non-profit Tribal Federally Qualified Health Center owned by the Chicken Ranch Rancheria band of the Me-Wuk Indians. We are nestled in the picturesque Sierra Nevada foothills and just 60 minutes from Yosemite National Park. MMHC is a rapidly growing medical team specializing in primary care, dermatology, gastroenterology and hepatology, behavioral health, addiction treatment, acupuncture, and dentistry. Your meaningful work will make a difference! Position Summary The Clinical Psychologist is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with mental, emotional, behavioral, educational, and developmental disorders. Under the supervision of the CEO and Clinic Administrator, the Clinical Psychologist adheres to Mathiesen Memorial Health Clinic's mission and values and follows all policies and procedures to ensure excellent patient care. Essential Duties Makes assessments and interpretations based on biopsychosocial evaluations, semi-structured interviews, therapy sessions, and psychometric tests. Formulates and creates personalized interventions, treatments, and patient management plans. Provides psychotherapy for individuals (children, adolescents, adults), couples, families, and groups. Diagnoses and treats various mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Conducts case management and other administrative tasks as needed. Provides referral services to outside agencies, clinics, and treatment facilities. Administers psychological tests and determines results. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to promote an integrated and team-based approach to patient care. Maintains confidentiality of patients treatment and records per the Board of Behavioral Science law and ethical code, California state law and ethics, and HIPAA. Participates in clinical training seminars to maintain adherence to policies and procedures. Maintains appropriate documentation of clinical and therapeutic services, including all necessary billing information, within the electronic health record and completes it promptly. Maintains and updates professional knowledge and proficiency through continuing education, staff meetings, workshops, and serving on committees. Education and Skills Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or equivalent. Current CA state license 2+ years experience in counseling psychology, primary care, or other agency preferred Current CPR Knowledge of psychological theory and practice Excellent written and verbal communication skills Interest in how people think and process information Ability to empathize with a wide range of people Listening skills Capacity for handling stressful and possible volatile situations Ability to form connections with a diverse population In-depth knowledge and experience in individual, couples, family, and group psychology Ability to work as an effective team member; function independently; exercise sound judgment and initiative. Ability to effectively communicate treatment information, test results, diagnoses, and other relevant patient information in a manner easily accessible and understood by patients Ability to evaluate the progress of therapeutic treatment and to make individual modifications as needed Knowledge of psychological test administration, scoring, and interpretation Ability to maintain emotional stability and practice self-care to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other work-related stressors Physical Requirements Bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching above or below the shoulder. Handling/grasping documents, medical and office equipment. Sitting or standing for short or extended periods. Clear speaking and adequate hearing to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in person and on the telephone. Vision sufficient to read source materials and computer screen data, with or without corrective lenses. Repetitive motions for computer equipment use. The ability to handle time constraints and emotional stress wellis necessary. Reasonable accommodations will be given to qualified disabled applicants under Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,29 U.S. Code 791, Title 29, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Working Conditions Outpatient clinic setting. Monday through Friday, no weekends. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to odors and airborne particles, as well as the potential risk of airborne pathogens. Exposure to body fluids and viruses is also a potential hazard of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Mathiesen Memorial Health Clinic is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Introduction This examination is being given to fill multiple full-time and part-time vacancies in the Behavioral Health Services department and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Pre-Employment Physical and Drug Screen: Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination and a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible candidate has passed the drug screen and physical. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical. Mental Health Clinician II 1025 by Employment Services Team NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES * Interviews clients and relatives to collect and compile extensive case histories for use by medical staff in diagnosis and determination of treatment and for use by social service personnel in related casework. * Completes biopsychosocial assessments and develops treatment plans. * Participates in diagnostic and technical staff conferences with other disciplines for treatment planning; interprets recommendations to clients and families. * Implements intensive treatment counseling with individuals, families and/or groups; may participate in collaborative treatment with professional members of other disciplines or other agencies. * Makes pre-release evaluations; evaluates suitability of environment to which client will be released; makes appropriate recommendations. * Acts as liaison among the client, department, family, and community agencies; interprets client's needs and problems; assists clients in adjustment to new situations. * Participates in training programs, including the teaching of diagnosis and treatment methods, conducted for public and private community and social agencies. * May provide clinical supervision to unlicensed staff. * May provide consultation to other disciplines regarding case histories, client's progress, plans for client rehabilitation and related casework activities. * Maintains records; prepares reports; writes correspondence. * Conducts audits, reviews, and makes recommendations to maximize effectiveness and compliance of service delivery. * Participates in in-service training programs; may attend seminars or participate in coursework in order to develop and/or maintain professional skills. * May be responsible for coordinating a client caseload requiring clinical case management and providing related services in office and/or field settings. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I Special Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. OR PATTERN II Special Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid California license as a Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology. AND FOR BOTH PATTERNS Education: Graduation from an accredited university with a master's or doctorate degree in social work, counseling, psychology or other course of study acceptable to the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences towards licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Psychologist. License: Possession of a valid California driver's license if required by the nature of the assignment. KNOWLEDGE Principles, practices and techniques of social casework; social and psychological aspects of mental illnesses and disabilities and current modern methods of treatment; social work placement methods and practices; values and standards of other health care professionals. ABILITY Establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with clients, families, physicians, social agencies, and others; prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive social casework records; analyze data and make appropriate conclusions; recognize and differentiate psychological and social problems within the individual; select interventions appropriate to the client's problem; summarize and describe client's problems to other health professional; effectively use related computer applications. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org). Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021. Health Insurance: San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance: The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance: The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at ************* under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance: The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan: This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan: Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at ************** for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees' Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation: The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation: Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays: Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave: 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive: An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave: 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase: New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing: Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program: Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities: Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: * Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. * Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. * New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: * Written Exam: The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Oral Exam: The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at ************** prior to the examination date. Veteran's Points: Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: * September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 * June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 * August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 * Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. * Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. * Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. * Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; * They are related to the Appointing Authority or * The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: *************/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: ************** Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at **************. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. (The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division). San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer: San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to *************/department/hr/eeo. Click on a link below to apply for this position:

Job Title: Social Worker - Adult Learning Disabilities Team Rate: £198 per day Liquid Personnel is currently recruiting for a Social Worker to join an Adults LD team based in Stockton on Tees. What will your responsibilities be? In this role, you will support adults with learning disabilities, including young people transitioning into Adult Social Care. You will conduct Care Act (2014) assessments, develop person-centred support plans, and review care packages. Applying the Mental Capacity Act (2005), you will conduct capacity assessments and Court of Protection work. You will collaborate with health colleagues to support those detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) and assess eligibility for Continuing Health Care (CHC) funding. Additionally, you will identify and address safeguarding concerns, including abuse, neglect, and self-neglect. Ideal candidates will have experience in Learning Disability teams, Care Act assessments, Mental Capacity Act work, and strong written and verbal skills. Benefits of the role: Great rate of pay £198 per day Remote/hybrid working available Great reputation and links with health partners Supportive team with great training in place Qualifications and Experiences: To be successful in this role you must have Social Work England registration, be eligible to work in the UK, hold a qualification in Social Work at degree level, and have post-qualified experience. How to apply? If this is a job for you, feel free to click apply below or if you want to learn more about it, please contact Richard Meechan on 0131 392 0423. Why Liquid Personnel? New ‘Faster Pay' service getting you paid more quickly Twice weekly payroll Free DBS and compliance service Access to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agencies Free access to Liquid's exclusive social work training and CPD portal Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK “Refer a Friend” bonus - get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place* “Find your own job” bonus - get £250 for bringing your own position to us * Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List . BH - 188475 GH - 28870

Introduction This examination is being given to fill 9 vacancies in the Behavioral Health Services department and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background: Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen. MHC III by Employment Services Team NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES * Plans, assigns and directs the work of a unit of professional and/or para-professional staff in the performance of social casework; may perform clinical supervision. * Works with mentally ill, disabled or emotionally handicapped individuals in team treatment programs. * Makes or reviews decisions on difficult casework matters; participates in interdisciplinary diagnostic and dispositional conferences to determine nature of illness and recommend treatment plans. * Plans and implements treatment methods and service components; performs clinical assessments; provides clinical monitoring and quality control services. * Assists in the development of community resources for all programs; confers with other services and relevant agencies. * Assists and participates in the development and delivery of in-service training and staff development programs. * May be responsible for coordinating a client caseload requiring clinical case management and providing related services in office and/or field settings. * Coordinates and conducts audits, reviews, monitoring, and analysis to formulate recommendations for maximizing effectiveness and compliance of service delivery. * May assist management in the oversight and monitoring of contracts. * Evaluates the effectiveness of policies and procedures. * May direct research studies. * Prepares and maintains correspondence and reports. * Speaks before interested groups on specific health care programs and services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I Special Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. OR PATTERN II Special Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid license as a Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology. AND FOR BOTH PATTERNS Education: Graduation from an accredited university with a master's or doctorate degree in social work, counseling, psychology or other course of study acceptable to the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences towards licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Psychologist. Experience: Three years of progressively responsible counseling or therapy in clinical or treatment casework experience to include six months as a licensed LCSW, MFT, LPCC or Psychologist. License: Possession of a valid California driver's license if required by the nature of the assignment. KNOWLEDGE Principles of supervision and training; methods and techniques of giving casework consultation to staff members; laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of public social services agencies and the various specialized assistance programs; community public and private agency resources; social services research methods and techniques. ABILITY Plan, organize and supervise the work of subordinate clinicians and related staff; work cooperatively with fellow employees and the general public; organize and interpret data pertinent to caseload management; interpret program goals; apply casework skills and knowledge to meet goals; communicate effectively; write clear, concise reports; effectively use related computer applications; interpret laws that apply to program. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org). Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021. Health Insurance: San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance: The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. Vision Insurance: The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee's expense. For more detailed information on the County's benefits program, visit our website at ************* under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance: The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan: This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan: Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association (SJCERA) at ************** for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees' Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation: The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation: Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays: Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave: 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive: An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave: 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee's spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase: New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing: Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program: Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities: Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children's school activities. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: * Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. * Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. * New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Selection Plan Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: * Written Exam: The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Oral Exam: The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate's education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate's score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. * Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate's application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at ************** prior to the examination date. Veteran's Points: Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran's points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: * September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 * June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 * August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 * Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. * Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. * Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. * Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; * They are related to the Appointing Authority or * The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. Selection Procedures The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: * Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. * Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. * New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: *************/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: ************** Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at **************. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. (The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division). San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer: San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to *************/department/hr/eeo. Click on a link below to apply for this position: